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Demographics (nationality, gender): Born in Turkey but am American citizen now (moved here in elementary); first generation college student; male
Education (undergraduate institution, GPA, major - high school/entrance exams not needed): Top 100 state school on full ride due to first generation scholar program. Engineering major. 3.1 GPA
Other coursework or post-undergraduate education: N/A
GMAT or GRE (include section breakdown): 730 (Q46 V44)
Work experience (highlight amount of work experience, industries, roles, promotions, special accomplishments, international exposure): Currently at six years work experience. Started career in a leadership development program for operations at a global conglomerate (Danaher/GE/UTC) which culminated in a management position at a manufacturing facility. I led a team of 8 people (blue collar) for a new business segment ($2M annual rev. in oil & gas deep sea drilling equipment manufacturing) and immediately had improvements to business operationally (better lead time, reduced customer complaints, etc.). Asked for nomination to internal audit group usually reserved for finance backgrounds and after a one month "internship" was awarded full time role. Worked globally in audit position for 1.5 yrs including in Germany (renewable energy) and also spent time in technology sales/marketing where I was on a 3-person team which won CEO award. Recruited by non-MBB management consulting firm focusing solely on PE operations where I have had one promotion after 1.5 yrs. My job is focused on diligence advisory and operational performance improvement. I have had multiple projects in Mexico for this role and general industries include industrial manufacturing, consumer goods manufacturing, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.
Extracurricular activities (highlight notable undergraduate and post-undergraduate ones): I was a mentor coach for first generation college students in NYC coming from difficult backgrounds like myself (older brother in jail from 9th grade thru college). I coached two students - one is now studying at Baruch and the other has increased his GPA from below 2.0 to above 3.0 in one year at a community college. I was asked to join the Board of the organization but had to move. I keep in touch with the leadership and the students I coached regularly.
Post-MBA goals: I want to shift my career to leadership in a technology company, preferably in corporate strategy, product management, or corporate development (love the mental work of acquisitions/mergers). Unfortunately I do not see my current job as lending me that opportunity due to lack of exposure to technology clients.
Target schools: Stretch is GSB but I understand my odds are nearly zero due to GPA (a man can dream eh?
). MIT & Booth are my targets but am also looking at Haas and UW Foster
Other information relevant to your profile: N/A
Any specific questions you would like answered by our team: I am trying to combat the low GPA with a high GMAT but am now sure how much higher I can go. Is a 750 going to move the needle for admissions into MIT/Booth? Should I focus more on refining my story instead? Have I done enough in my career to off-set the GPA?
Many thanks.
Education (undergraduate institution, GPA, major - high school/entrance exams not needed): Top 100 state school on full ride due to first generation scholar program. Engineering major. 3.1 GPA
Other coursework or post-undergraduate education: N/A
GMAT or GRE (include section breakdown): 730 (Q46 V44)
Work experience (highlight amount of work experience, industries, roles, promotions, special accomplishments, international exposure): Currently at six years work experience. Started career in a leadership development program for operations at a global conglomerate (Danaher/GE/UTC) which culminated in a management position at a manufacturing facility. I led a team of 8 people (blue collar) for a new business segment ($2M annual rev. in oil & gas deep sea drilling equipment manufacturing) and immediately had improvements to business operationally (better lead time, reduced customer complaints, etc.). Asked for nomination to internal audit group usually reserved for finance backgrounds and after a one month "internship" was awarded full time role. Worked globally in audit position for 1.5 yrs including in Germany (renewable energy) and also spent time in technology sales/marketing where I was on a 3-person team which won CEO award. Recruited by non-MBB management consulting firm focusing solely on PE operations where I have had one promotion after 1.5 yrs. My job is focused on diligence advisory and operational performance improvement. I have had multiple projects in Mexico for this role and general industries include industrial manufacturing, consumer goods manufacturing, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.
Extracurricular activities (highlight notable undergraduate and post-undergraduate ones): I was a mentor coach for first generation college students in NYC coming from difficult backgrounds like myself (older brother in jail from 9th grade thru college). I coached two students - one is now studying at Baruch and the other has increased his GPA from below 2.0 to above 3.0 in one year at a community college. I was asked to join the Board of the organization but had to move. I keep in touch with the leadership and the students I coached regularly.
Post-MBA goals: I want to shift my career to leadership in a technology company, preferably in corporate strategy, product management, or corporate development (love the mental work of acquisitions/mergers). Unfortunately I do not see my current job as lending me that opportunity due to lack of exposure to technology clients.
Target schools: Stretch is GSB but I understand my odds are nearly zero due to GPA (a man can dream eh?
). MIT & Booth are my targets but am also looking at Haas and UW FosterOther information relevant to your profile: N/A
Any specific questions you would like answered by our team: I am trying to combat the low GPA with a high GMAT but am now sure how much higher I can go. Is a 750 going to move the needle for admissions into MIT/Booth? Should I focus more on refining my story instead? Have I done enough in my career to off-set the GPA?
Many thanks.
16 Aug 2020, 08:48
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When do you plan to enter school? If you have enough time, you should aim higher.
I think your work experience and leadership is your competitive advantage. Although you have low GPA, but GMAT 730 is so good. How about your student? Do they have good GPA and succeed in career development? I argue that a bad coach can not make his students outstanding.
I think your work experience and leadership is your competitive advantage. Although you have low GPA, but GMAT 730 is so good. How about your student? Do they have good GPA and succeed in career development? I argue that a bad coach can not make his students outstanding.
16 Aug 2020, 10:24
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uural4792
Your GMAT will compensate the low GPA. Your WE and extracarruculars are competitive. So, focus on profile building with good essays and strong recommendations. all the best.
