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What’s in it for you- Live Profile Evaluation Chat Session with Jenifer Turtschanow, CEO, ARINGO. Come with your details prepared and ARINGO will share insights! Pre-MBA Role/Industry, YOE, Exam Score, C/GPA, ECs Post-MBA Role/ Industry & School List.
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Berk2Mba
Joined: 21 Jul 2020
Last visit: 01 Jun 2021
Posts: 24
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Location: United States (MA)
Schools: Goizueta "23 (S) BU Questrom '23 (WL) McCombs '23 (D) Northeastern (WL) Consortium (D) Kelley '23 (D) Johnson'23 (II)
Schools: Goizueta "23 (S) BU Questrom '23 (WL) McCombs '23 (D) Northeastern (WL) Consortium (D) Kelley '23 (D) Johnson'23 (II)
Posts: 24
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29 Mar 2021, 11:03
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Hi all,
So as the name suggests, I'm hoping to get an MBA after graduating from Berklee (College of Music) with an abysmal CGPA of 2.6. (It was a seven years ago and I knew literally, nothing, about the corporate world- I was going to be the next John Mayer
and never heard "That's a terrible idea").
I'm not worried about my experience or story- I've always tested well on standardized tests - 92nd percentile for SAT & ACT, and I'm pulling out all the stops in order to hit my target score on the GRE after not doing so well previously. Since UG I've also founded a SAAS product for Higher-Ed used by international universities, and working as a startup ideation consultant for founders and entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups and working as a consultant for a few diversity-focused community boards/groups. I also have a few years of professional experience in lower-level business administration and HR, as well as professional experience in the TV, Film, and Music industries. I have a mostly-useless international MA - also in music. If it matters, I'm BAME/BIPOC.
However, I know that NONE of my academic experience says, "Pick me! I'm a good candidate for MBA-Level Academic work". I currently work in analyst and associate recruiting for a smaller consulting firm and understand how important experience and UG/PG GPA are.
I'm wondering what courses does the community recommend taking to supplement my previous academic career.
I'm thinking:
Macro/and or Micro economics, Data Analytics or something else quant-based. I want to go into Human Capital or HR Strategy but know that schools want to see your quant skills.
I'm already completing MBAmath's program, on my own. I want to show effort where (financially) possible.
I'm also wondering - How important is it to take those courses from your target schools. To be honest, the price of a 3-credit course is pretty cost prohibitive for me - $4,700 for a 3-credit, 6-week summer session at Cornell (reach) vs. $3k @McCombs (target), and $630 The local Community college
I'm not even sure who to ask at my target schools for this type of advice... thoughts?
Thanks in advance
So as the name suggests, I'm hoping to get an MBA after graduating from Berklee (College of Music) with an abysmal CGPA of 2.6. (It was a seven years ago and I knew literally, nothing, about the corporate world- I was going to be the next John Mayer
and never heard "That's a terrible idea").I'm not worried about my experience or story- I've always tested well on standardized tests - 92nd percentile for SAT & ACT, and I'm pulling out all the stops in order to hit my target score on the GRE after not doing so well previously. Since UG I've also founded a SAAS product for Higher-Ed used by international universities, and working as a startup ideation consultant for founders and entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups and working as a consultant for a few diversity-focused community boards/groups. I also have a few years of professional experience in lower-level business administration and HR, as well as professional experience in the TV, Film, and Music industries. I have a mostly-useless international MA - also in music. If it matters, I'm BAME/BIPOC.
However, I know that NONE of my academic experience says, "Pick me! I'm a good candidate for MBA-Level Academic work". I currently work in analyst and associate recruiting for a smaller consulting firm and understand how important experience and UG/PG GPA are.
I'm wondering what courses does the community recommend taking to supplement my previous academic career.
I'm thinking:
Macro/and or Micro economics, Data Analytics or something else quant-based. I want to go into Human Capital or HR Strategy but know that schools want to see your quant skills.
I'm already completing MBAmath's program, on my own. I want to show effort where (financially) possible.
I'm also wondering - How important is it to take those courses from your target schools. To be honest, the price of a 3-credit course is pretty cost prohibitive for me - $4,700 for a 3-credit, 6-week summer session at Cornell (reach) vs. $3k @McCombs (target), and $630 The local Community college
I'm not even sure who to ask at my target schools for this type of advice... thoughts?
Thanks in advance
30 Mar 2021, 07:49
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Berk2Mba:
In short, there is not a whole lot you can do to change your undergraduate GPA. As frustrating as that may be, the cake is already baked.
So, you must, must nail the GRE. If you are planning to apply this fall, you should built a robust study plan and make sure you execute including taking the exam at least a couple of times to maximize your score. A strong GRE won't erase a low GPA but it can definitely help mitigate it.
All of these other, outside courses are nice but will have a marginal impact at best. They are not considered a substitute for undergraduate work. They more serve to express interest than they do academic achievement. I would rather see you put the time and money into GRE preparation.
You are right. At the end of the day, you will not be applying as the quant or technical candidate - and that's entirely fine. MBA programs are open to candidates from a variety of skills and experiences. That being said, they still have statistics and scores for their incoming classes they want to maintain. A 2.6 GPA is going to bring down those averages, so you have to really prove how your different experience in music is worth 'dipping down' for them.
Even with a good GRE score, you may need to consider alternatives. You can either dip further down into lower ranked schools or consider other programs (Masters in Management, Masters in HR, etc.) that will help you get to your post-degree goal without having nearly as high of a threshold.
If you'd like to talk more and believe you need some application strategy help, feel free to reach out to us at Admissionado for a free consultation.
https://admissionado.com/free-consultation/
Good luck!
Admissionado
In short, there is not a whole lot you can do to change your undergraduate GPA. As frustrating as that may be, the cake is already baked.
So, you must, must nail the GRE. If you are planning to apply this fall, you should built a robust study plan and make sure you execute including taking the exam at least a couple of times to maximize your score. A strong GRE won't erase a low GPA but it can definitely help mitigate it.
All of these other, outside courses are nice but will have a marginal impact at best. They are not considered a substitute for undergraduate work. They more serve to express interest than they do academic achievement. I would rather see you put the time and money into GRE preparation.
You are right. At the end of the day, you will not be applying as the quant or technical candidate - and that's entirely fine. MBA programs are open to candidates from a variety of skills and experiences. That being said, they still have statistics and scores for their incoming classes they want to maintain. A 2.6 GPA is going to bring down those averages, so you have to really prove how your different experience in music is worth 'dipping down' for them.
Even with a good GRE score, you may need to consider alternatives. You can either dip further down into lower ranked schools or consider other programs (Masters in Management, Masters in HR, etc.) that will help you get to your post-degree goal without having nearly as high of a threshold.
If you'd like to talk more and believe you need some application strategy help, feel free to reach out to us at Admissionado for a free consultation.
https://admissionado.com/free-consultation/
Good luck!
Admissionado
Berk2Mba
Joined: 21 Jul 2020
Last visit: 01 Jun 2021
Posts: 24
Own Kudos:
Given Kudos: 12
Location: United States (MA)
Schools: Goizueta "23 (S) BU Questrom '23 (WL) McCombs '23 (D) Northeastern (WL) Consortium (D) Kelley '23 (D) Johnson'23 (II)
Schools: Goizueta "23 (S) BU Questrom '23 (WL) McCombs '23 (D) Northeastern (WL) Consortium (D) Kelley '23 (D) Johnson'23 (II)
Posts: 24
Kudos:
5
30 Mar 2021, 08:56
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Admissionado
Really appreciate your feedback. It's nice to hear that the classes aren't a requirement. And yes, I'm investing into a manhatten prep course after taking it last year for measure. I understand the weight.
Thanks again!
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