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22 Jan 2014, 12:42
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Hi Jon,
I need your advise regarding the schools I should opt for,
GMAT- 680 (V36 Q47)
GPA- somewhere between 3-3.5.. dont exactly know how to calculate it.
Extra Curricular- Decent... certificates at college and school levels only
Community Service- worked with oxfam 6 months, a 2 month project on child literacy with Indian govt for 2 months
WE- 5 yrs +, in Business development. Currently working as a Manager. I have been promoted thrice during this time. Currently lead a team of 8 members.
Single handedly established 2 new branches for the company
Always exceeded targets.
Got some of the biggest contracts for the company
I mean I am confident of a good LORs from my bosses
.
Age- 27,
Indian, Male.
Future goals- I am a little confused but either Mkt or consulting. To be frank I am really confused about what to take up in future. I like what I am doing but what more of strategic role which demands creativity as well.
Now I have two concerns
First- I have a 3 year under grad and I am not sure about my GPA. I scored 54.5% from Delhi University. Although I have a master degree with much better grades but it was a distance learning program.
Second- My company is not a very big company. What kind of effect with that have on my application.
Also please recommend what schools should I apply to. I am not so keen on US, would prefer Europe, Canada or May be HK/Singpore. Basically anywhere but US
.
PLEASE HELP
I need your advise regarding the schools I should opt for,
GMAT- 680 (V36 Q47)
GPA- somewhere between 3-3.5.. dont exactly know how to calculate it.
Extra Curricular- Decent... certificates at college and school levels only
Community Service- worked with oxfam 6 months, a 2 month project on child literacy with Indian govt for 2 months
WE- 5 yrs +, in Business development. Currently working as a Manager. I have been promoted thrice during this time. Currently lead a team of 8 members.
Single handedly established 2 new branches for the company
Always exceeded targets.
Got some of the biggest contracts for the company
I mean I am confident of a good LORs from my bosses
.Age- 27,
Indian, Male.
Future goals- I am a little confused but either Mkt or consulting. To be frank I am really confused about what to take up in future. I like what I am doing but what more of strategic role which demands creativity as well.
Now I have two concerns
First- I have a 3 year under grad and I am not sure about my GPA. I scored 54.5% from Delhi University. Although I have a master degree with much better grades but it was a distance learning program.
Second- My company is not a very big company. What kind of effect with that have on my application.
Also please recommend what schools should I apply to. I am not so keen on US, would prefer Europe, Canada or May be HK/Singpore. Basically anywhere but US
.PLEASE HELP
24 Jan 2014, 04:17
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Hello there good sir,
soooo let's have a look at your profile:
The GOOD STUFF:
- Good work experience with quick promotions
- Management experience
- Opening new branches
The TOUGH STUFF:
- Poor GPA
- Indian Candidate
- So-so GMAT
- small no-name company
Overall, your biggest issue is your GPA, and your biggest strength is your work experience. One thing that could really help you out (if its possible) is 30+ more points on the GMAT, because as right now since your biggest weakness is an academic one, a high GMAT might help you offset that. So if you think that's possible, consider it. As for what schools - look into Tier 2 European schools - the Top schools like INSEAD, IMD, Said, LBS will be out of range, but most of the others should be possible (some tougher than others). First of all, I'd advise you to think about WHERE you want to live and work, since although European programs are VERY diverse and VERY international, sill, usually like about 30-50% of every class stays in the country where the school is. Same for Asian schools (and Canadian ones for that matter).
Hope this helps! And if you have further questions, don't hesitate!
soooo let's have a look at your profile:
The GOOD STUFF:
- Good work experience with quick promotions
- Management experience
- Opening new branches
The TOUGH STUFF:
- Poor GPA
- Indian Candidate
- So-so GMAT
- small no-name company
Overall, your biggest issue is your GPA, and your biggest strength is your work experience. One thing that could really help you out (if its possible) is 30+ more points on the GMAT, because as right now since your biggest weakness is an academic one, a high GMAT might help you offset that. So if you think that's possible, consider it. As for what schools - look into Tier 2 European schools - the Top schools like INSEAD, IMD, Said, LBS will be out of range, but most of the others should be possible (some tougher than others). First of all, I'd advise you to think about WHERE you want to live and work, since although European programs are VERY diverse and VERY international, sill, usually like about 30-50% of every class stays in the country where the school is. Same for Asian schools (and Canadian ones for that matter).
Hope this helps! And if you have further questions, don't hesitate!
26 Jan 2014, 02:01
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Hi Jon,
Thank you very much for the prompt reply. It has really helped me get a clear picture of where I stand at the moment. But there are few more questions that I would like to ask.
GPA- I knw my GPA seems poor to but in my course it is really hard to score above 60% and I was definitely among top ten students in my class. Also I have consistently scored well in subject like Economics, Management accounts and statistics and its the language subject which brought down my percentage (Cause they are very theoretical with the literature n all). Will this matter
I have also just finished my Master by distance learning where I scored 67% can I use that to show my academic abilities.
Colleges- Would you think the below colleges are realistic targets. I still am doing my research on which country. I will be applying next year so I have time to research,
Canada- York, queens, Desautel, or (are schools like Calgary or HEC any good)
Asia- HKUST, NUS
Australia- AGSM
EU- HEC,IE, IESE
One last thing - As I wrote in my previous message, I am little confused about what career to pick in the future. The field that I am really interested in pursue is sustainable development or energy management, but I am a little sceptical about its prospect. Although I have applied to some universities for masters in Europe like Aalto and NHH Norway but a little unsure about the reputation of the universities and the fact that will a masters at this age will make sense.
I know I sound really confused thats because I really am. I am at a stage of my career where I am not happy with what I am doin but not so sure what I woud like do. But my research is on and hopefully with advices from experts like you I will reach a conclusion, soon.
Thanks a lot again Jon, I really appreciate your support, its really helpful, and apologies if I am bothering you too much.
Anuj
PS- I am also working on my GMAT lets hope I will make a significant improvement.
Thank you very much for the prompt reply. It has really helped me get a clear picture of where I stand at the moment. But there are few more questions that I would like to ask.
GPA- I knw my GPA seems poor to but in my course it is really hard to score above 60% and I was definitely among top ten students in my class. Also I have consistently scored well in subject like Economics, Management accounts and statistics and its the language subject which brought down my percentage (Cause they are very theoretical with the literature n all). Will this matter
I have also just finished my Master by distance learning where I scored 67% can I use that to show my academic abilities.
Colleges- Would you think the below colleges are realistic targets. I still am doing my research on which country. I will be applying next year so I have time to research,
Canada- York, queens, Desautel, or (are schools like Calgary or HEC any good)
Asia- HKUST, NUS
Australia- AGSM
EU- HEC,IE, IESE
One last thing - As I wrote in my previous message, I am little confused about what career to pick in the future. The field that I am really interested in pursue is sustainable development or energy management, but I am a little sceptical about its prospect. Although I have applied to some universities for masters in Europe like Aalto and NHH Norway but a little unsure about the reputation of the universities and the fact that will a masters at this age will make sense.
I know I sound really confused thats because I really am. I am at a stage of my career where I am not happy with what I am doin but not so sure what I woud like do
. But my research is on and hopefully with advices from experts like you I will reach a conclusion, soon.Thanks a lot again Jon, I really appreciate your support, its really helpful, and apologies if I am bothering you too much.
Anuj
PS- I am also working on my GMAT lets hope I will make a significant improvement.
