Hi all -
Thanks for the help - I could use it! Specifically, estimated chances at the target schools below and pointers on application strategy. I am applying this fall. I believe I have done my due diligence independently researching, but I was wondering if anyone had any tailored advice for my profile.
Targeting: Booth, Kellogg, Tuck, HBS (full-time MBA) - - possibly Ross, Sloan, Wharton, Stanford
Reason for MBA: To return to strategy/operations consulting with an expanded skillset; currently my functional expertise is narrow relative to other management consultants (as of now, I am aiming for BCG, Bain, McKinsey, Deloitte S&O or PwC Strategy& after MBA graduation). Also, I don't have a business degree!
Background:- White, American male
- 3.7/4.0 BS engineering from Illinois/Michigan/Texas
- 720 GMAT (8 IR, 5.5 AWA) first attempt, self study part-time ~2 months, but currently not planning to retake
- 36 months mgmt consulting experience at AT Kearney/LEK/ZS
- Sponsored by firm to return post-MBA, but it is unlikely that I will
- Quick promotion, large % raises (top ~10% performer at firm)
- Lived outside North America for 2 years in high school
- Strong leadership experience in college, some post college
- ~6 years tutoring experience in high school and college (no consistent community service since graduation, however)
- Currently involved in a competitive sports league (much more competitive than your standard intermurals), and I am planning to continue said sport for my MBA program's team
FYI - I've read two books on MBA strategies recommended by the GMAT club (
Your MBA Gameplan by Omari Bouknight and
How to get into the Top MBA Programs by Richard Montauk)
Thanks!
Greg