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Hi All, I am from India and I just attempted GMAT for the 1st time and got 640(Q47, V31). I have 10 years of experience in automobile sector out of which 7 years I spent in International Business ( was based out of Africa for 6 years). My educational qualifications are as follows- X( ICSE) -93.17%, XII (ISC)- 91.7%, B.Tech. - 8.76 ( Mech Engg. , NIT). Can anyone please suggest me good college options with this profile & score in India and Abroad.
It's in various roles covering whole of West Africa with certain amount of leadership role & contribution to public transportation.

Which resources are good if I want to retake the exam within 2 months.

Is EA acceptable for regular MBA. I don't want to do Executive MBA.

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jeffreyadcom · Answer

Your work experience is good. Is it one role or you handled increasing responsibilities and assumed leadership positions?
GMAT is a significant dampener. 7XX score is a must for Indian applicants to stick out of the pool in M15 schools.
Schools that accept ~640 wouldn't boost your post MBA career prospects.

So work on GMAT harder and get to 720+ score. Then we'll figure which schools will be appropriate.

HardikSahni2502 · Answer

Thanks.It's in various roles covering whole of West Africa with certain amount of leadership role & contribution to public transportation.

Which resources are good if I want to retake the exam within 2 months.

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ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hi HardikSahni2502 , Considering you have only attempted the test once, we would strongly recommend that you work on retaking the test and improving your score. Further, European schools are what you should be targetting since your years of experience are on the higher side for other geographies such as USA and Canada. The choice of schools will also depend on your career goals. However, for now, you should be focusing on the GMAT! Here is a link that might help with your preparation: https://www.expertsglobal.com/gmat-preparation-online/ All the best!

TheIvyLeagueEdge · Answer

HardikSahni2502,
Your WorkEx on the higher side, lowers your chances at admissions; the low GMAT, lowers it further, more so for Indian, Male, Engineers. 
While the high exposure will work in your favour,

You may be able to score better on an EA, without putting in that much of prep. An outstanding EA may help you to some of the top schools as well.

HardikSahni2502 · Answer

Is EA acceptable for regular MBA. I don't want to do Executive MBA.

TheIvyLeagueEdge · Answer

jeffreyadcom · Answer

Aim for 720 + in GMAT. Work on verbal more. 
Look at Princeton review book for a foundation and then practise as many tests as you can from various sources.

CrackAdmission · Answer

Hello  HardikSahni2502 ,

While your GMAT is on the lower end of the spectrum as far as the premium Business schools of India, you still can have a realistic shot at some of the programs by articulating your deep subject matter expertise in the automobile sector, international work experience, and strong undergrad pedigree.

As an ISB alum and admissions consultant, I will encourage you to definitely apply to ISB PGP and Full time 01-year Executive MBA programs of IIM B & L. Note: A and C will mostly filter you out in their initial screening due to the low GMAT.

Do note that you will have to really outshine your application (Essays/SOP/LOR/Application form) and convey how you will add value to the cohort to grab the attention of the admission committee.

Reach out to me if you seek professional guidance on the way forward.

Wishing you the very best!

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