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26 Sep 2017, 13:17
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My two target schools are Emory and Georgia Tech, both evening programs. Emory states a GMAT 80% Range of 560-720 while GT is 530-680.
What should my target score be for entry? I have always been very challenged by math, so I am concerned about my abilities here and want to be realistic about my scoring abilities.
For what it's worth, my undergraduate cum GPA was a 3.5 with a degree in operations management/supply chain from a large state school. I've been out of school for ~5 years. I have been employed by two F500 companies since graduation in positions of increasing responsibility. I could also be considered a LGBT diversity candidate if that's a thing?
What else should I be considering?
Thank you.
What should my target score be for entry? I have always been very challenged by math, so I am concerned about my abilities here and want to be realistic about my scoring abilities.
For what it's worth, my undergraduate cum GPA was a 3.5 with a degree in operations management/supply chain from a large state school. I've been out of school for ~5 years. I have been employed by two F500 companies since graduation in positions of increasing responsibility. I could also be considered a LGBT diversity candidate if that's a thing?
What else should I be considering?
Thank you.
26 Sep 2017, 15:40
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Hi mcx,
Thank you for your note! For the programs you've named, high 600s would be a good target. That would put you toward the top end of the middle 80% for Emory and at the top end of the middle 80% for Georgia Tech. Above that level would be great, and a little below that level isn't bad either. (The further down you go puts an increasing onus on the rest of your application and story.)
Your GPA is above-average for both programs, which helps. If you struggle on the quant side of the GMAT, then it would help if your undergraduate transcript includes strong performance in quant courses. If that's also a little shaky, then you might consider how else you can highlight or attest to your quant abilities via the various levers of your application (via resume bullets or your recommenders, for example). I'm not sure what you do professionally, but if it includes quant and analytical work, then that should be highlighted.
Beyond academics, you should consider your short- and long-term career goals (very specifically), why you want an MBA, why now, how an MBA fits into and enables your career to go from what you've done in the past to what you want to do in the future, what knowledge-skills-experience you might already have versus what knowledge-skills-experience you need in order to achieve your goals, what courses-clubs-extracurriculars are relevant (and will you pursue) at each program (be specific), and what about each community-culture-career opportunities attract you to that program (be specific). When you consider your own story, really unpack what's taken you to this point, what unique experiences or perspective you could bring to each program, and how you hope to grow via the program and into the future. Many things to deconstruct and coherently articulate!
If you're in the area, definitely go to info sessions, participate in visits, and talk to current students or recent alumni. This helps you learn more about the programs, gather more specific information, and will ultimately enhance your applications. Be well researched!
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or sign up for a Free Consultation (below) to continue the conversation!
Kind Regards,
Greg
Thank you for your note! For the programs you've named, high 600s would be a good target. That would put you toward the top end of the middle 80% for Emory and at the top end of the middle 80% for Georgia Tech. Above that level would be great, and a little below that level isn't bad either. (The further down you go puts an increasing onus on the rest of your application and story.)
Your GPA is above-average for both programs, which helps. If you struggle on the quant side of the GMAT, then it would help if your undergraduate transcript includes strong performance in quant courses. If that's also a little shaky, then you might consider how else you can highlight or attest to your quant abilities via the various levers of your application (via resume bullets or your recommenders, for example). I'm not sure what you do professionally, but if it includes quant and analytical work, then that should be highlighted.
Beyond academics, you should consider your short- and long-term career goals (very specifically), why you want an MBA, why now, how an MBA fits into and enables your career to go from what you've done in the past to what you want to do in the future, what knowledge-skills-experience you might already have versus what knowledge-skills-experience you need in order to achieve your goals, what courses-clubs-extracurriculars are relevant (and will you pursue) at each program (be specific), and what about each community-culture-career opportunities attract you to that program (be specific). When you consider your own story, really unpack what's taken you to this point, what unique experiences or perspective you could bring to each program, and how you hope to grow via the program and into the future. Many things to deconstruct and coherently articulate!
If you're in the area, definitely go to info sessions, participate in visits, and talk to current students or recent alumni. This helps you learn more about the programs, gather more specific information, and will ultimately enhance your applications. Be well researched!
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or sign up for a Free Consultation (below) to continue the conversation!
Kind Regards,
Greg
