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jhvhj
Joined: 19 Nov 2025
Last visit: 06 Apr 2026
Posts: 4
Given Kudos: 2
Schools: NUS '26 (S)
GRE 1: Q170 V165
17 Mar 2026, 01:50
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Hey guys,
I applied this cycle and things didn’t go as planned, so thinking of reapplying next year. Would really appreciate some real, no-BS feedback.
Quick profile:
• Indian, BBA (Marketing + Mass Comm)
• CGPA: 7.33 (improved over time)
• GRE: 335 (170Q, 165V)
What I’ve done:
• 2 internships (one in Founder’s Office, one in marketing)
• AIESEC Team Leader (1 year)
• Treasurer @ Rotaract
• Led logistics + publicity roles in college events/clubs
• Some involvement in family irrigation business
Other stuff:
• Dissertation on colour psychology
• Learning French + German
• Interested in scaling my family business long-term (agritech side)
Results this cycle:
• Got into IE MiM
• Rejected from LBS, INSEAD, HEC, LSE, NUS
Current dilemma:
I’m stuck between:
1. Taking IE and moving on
2. Dropping a year, improving my profile, and reapplying R1
If I reapply, I’ll focus on:
• Doing something meaningful in my family business (not just “helping out”)
• Maybe adding a solid certification or something impactful
What I need help with:
• Where exactly do you think I’m lacking?
• Are top MiMs still realistic for me with 1 more year of effort?
• What should I actually improve (not generic advice)?
• Would you take IE in my place?
Appreciate any honest takes 🙏
I applied this cycle and things didn’t go as planned, so thinking of reapplying next year. Would really appreciate some real, no-BS feedback.
Quick profile:
• Indian, BBA (Marketing + Mass Comm)
• CGPA: 7.33 (improved over time)
• GRE: 335 (170Q, 165V)
What I’ve done:
• 2 internships (one in Founder’s Office, one in marketing)
• AIESEC Team Leader (1 year)
• Treasurer @ Rotaract
• Led logistics + publicity roles in college events/clubs
• Some involvement in family irrigation business
Other stuff:
• Dissertation on colour psychology
• Learning French + German
• Interested in scaling my family business long-term (agritech side)
Results this cycle:
• Got into IE MiM
• Rejected from LBS, INSEAD, HEC, LSE, NUS
Current dilemma:
I’m stuck between:
1. Taking IE and moving on
2. Dropping a year, improving my profile, and reapplying R1
If I reapply, I’ll focus on:
• Doing something meaningful in my family business (not just “helping out”)
• Maybe adding a solid certification or something impactful
What I need help with:
• Where exactly do you think I’m lacking?
• Are top MiMs still realistic for me with 1 more year of effort?
• What should I actually improve (not generic advice)?
• Would you take IE in my place?
Appreciate any honest takes 🙏
MBAGuide
Joined: 24 Jul 2019
Last visit: 21 Apr 2026
Posts: 2,359
Given Kudos: 28
Location: India
Concentration: Operations, Marketing
Schools: Insead Sept'18 (A$$) ISB '19 (A)
18 Mar 2026, 05:17
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Hi jhvhj
Kudos on the GRE score. Well done!
You applied to a bunch of schools, but did you really do a deep dive into what each program looks for in master’s candidates? For example, LBS looks for leadership, business acumen, and clear goals, while LSE wants to see a strong academic focus in the applications. You haven’t shared much about the goals or direction you pitched, but on the surface, it seems like your application may have fallen short in planning your pitch.
I would also suggest considering stepping outside your family business into the corporate world to prove your worth, and then reapplying for a stronger shot. Doing a MiM after only family business experience may not give you the confidence or profile strength that top B-schools look for.
If you are set on starting a program now, accepting the IE offer is an option. The effort you put in now will pay off later, if you don’t put it in now, you will end up having to do it anyway, just at a later stage.
Wondering how your profile stacks up? Get a free profile evaluation and discuss a tailored MBA plan that aligns with your goals.
Best wishes
Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alumna, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
Founder, MBAGuideConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aanchal-sahni-83b00819/ |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/| Message(WA): +91 9971200927| email- [email protected]
Kudos on the GRE score. Well done!
You applied to a bunch of schools, but did you really do a deep dive into what each program looks for in master’s candidates? For example, LBS looks for leadership, business acumen, and clear goals, while LSE wants to see a strong academic focus in the applications. You haven’t shared much about the goals or direction you pitched, but on the surface, it seems like your application may have fallen short in planning your pitch.
I would also suggest considering stepping outside your family business into the corporate world to prove your worth, and then reapplying for a stronger shot. Doing a MiM after only family business experience may not give you the confidence or profile strength that top B-schools look for.
If you are set on starting a program now, accepting the IE offer is an option. The effort you put in now will pay off later, if you don’t put it in now, you will end up having to do it anyway, just at a later stage.
Wondering how your profile stacks up? Get a free profile evaluation and discuss a tailored MBA plan that aligns with your goals.
Best wishes
Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alumna, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
Founder, MBAGuideConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aanchal-sahni-83b00819/ |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/| Message(WA): +91 9971200927| email- [email protected]
jhvhj
jhvhj
Joined: 19 Nov 2025
Last visit: 06 Apr 2026
Posts: 4
Given Kudos: 2
Schools: NUS '26 (S)
GRE 1: Q170 V165
18 Mar 2026, 06:03
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I would also like to ask for your advice on my situation. Would reapplying in the next cycle be a better option, or would it be more advisable to proceed with my current offer from IE Business School?
I would greatly appreciate your perspective and guidance.
I would greatly appreciate your perspective and guidance.
