Profile Evaluation Request for Fall 2022 application

Question

Hi Admission Experts,

I am about to appear for my GMAT but wanted to get your thoughts on my profile in-order to understand what would be a suitable GMAT score to start the application process. Mentioned below are my details -

Demographic: 24, Indian, Female
GMAT Score: Yet to appear

Education:
Class X: 95% (2012)
Class XII: 93% (2014)
Graduation: Computer Science & Engineering-KIIT Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, CGPA of 8.8/10 (2014-18)

Work-Ex:
Currently working as Associate Consultant (Business Consulting) at ZS Associates (2018 - Present: 3 years, Will have 4 years of experience before joining Business school)
Interned as Decision Scientist at MuSigma Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd (For 4 months in 2018)

Extracurricular:
Teaching basic English & Maths to underprivileged students at Ashraya Initiative
Represented KIIT University in South Korea, at Indo-Korean Cultural & Economic Exchange Program as an Indian Delegate (2015)
Trained in Odissi Classical dance form, Coordinator of Cultural Committee, Student Activity Center, KIIT (2015-2018)
Involved in Model United Nation conferences

Languages- English(Fluent),Hindi(Native),Odia (Native), Spanish(Level 1)

Role after MBA- Consulting/ Marketing
Aiming for the following colleges -
INSEAD
ISB
Columbia
Kellogg
LSB
Duke Fuqua

Questions
1. How much should be my minimum GMAT score to begin with my application? What round should I start applying in R1/R2 in case my GMAT score is <700?
2. Is there a chance of getting any scholarship for my profile?
3. Please suggest colleges for Dream, Target and Achievable.

Admissionado · Answer

stutim96 : 1. How much should be my minimum GMAT score to begin with my application? What round should I start applying in R1/R2 in case my GMAT score is <700? A: Typically, we suggest aiming for a 730+ for someone with your profile. At the very least, you should try to get really nothing less than a 700 for these schools. The round does not matter unless you need more time to take/re-take the GMAT to get a suitable score. It all depends on how you plan the next 4-6 months. 2. Is there a chance of getting any scholarship for my profile? A: Yes, there is definitely a chance. You do need that GMAT score to be solid. It's very hard to say off the bat if you will definitely get one and how much. If scholarship money is very important, you should add in a few lower-ranked schools to your list. 3. Please suggest colleges for Dream, Target and Achievable. A: You have a very solid list to get you started. I strongly suggest reaching out for a free consultation if you would like to discuss your background and a more definitive school list and are are also interested in our services. https://admissionado.com/free-consultation/

Prasad2799 · Answer

Profile Evaluation for MBA 2022 Intake-
Nationality: Indian Male
Age: 22( While Applying)
GMAT: 760(Q50, V44, IR 7, AWA 6)
Duolingo: 145
Undergrad: 9.7 CGPA in Bachelor of Commerce - Major: Finance and Economics.
University: Lovely Professional University, Punjab (100% Scholarship).
12th Grade: 92% CBSE
Work Experience: 2.5 yrs as Finance Associate in Largest Infrastructure Company of India- Promoted Twice in the period currently leading a team and managing finance of Two National Projects in India under the direct control of PM Office.
3 MOnths as a Process analyst intern in Telecom Company.
EC's - Led 60+ students team and hosted many events in Undergrad, District level Hockey Player won prizes in Undergrad, Been a part of Charitable organization for the past 5 years.
Certifications: CFA Level 1, CPMP, 6 Sigma and Online MOOCs over Analytics and Data Science.
My concern is the reputation of my undergrad university.
Post-MBA goals - Product Management in FMCG Sector.
Hope for the Comments.
Also, Please let me know if pursuing MBA in India (ISB) or in Abroad is correct for my profile and Which should I aim for in the USA.

Admissionado · Answer

Prasad2799 : Thank you for reaching out! I am a little confused about your profile. When did you graduate form your undergraduate university? You are applying at age 22 but have 2.5 years of experience. Something does not add up. Is your work experience full-time or part-time experience? I ask because that has a big influence on how your profile is perceived by various admissions committees. Otherwise, you have some great statistics! The reputation of your undergraduate university should not matter a huge amount with the scores you have obtained. Even if it's not your strength, it does not seem like it will be a major weakness. The keys to your profile are your GMAT, interesting work experience and ECs. As for schools in the US, what type of program interests you? How brand focused are you? Do you care about a particular location, size, focus area, etc.? That's a very hard question to answer without that additional information. If you are going to apply soon, you should reach out for a consultation so we can get to know one another better and you can understand our services and how they might help you in this process. https://admissionado.com/free-consultation/ Good luck!

hemanthreddynaini · Answer

Nationality - Indian
Age- 23
GMAT - not taken yet 
ENGINEERING-6.4/9 - VBIT, JNTUH, Hyderabad ( Graduated in 2019)
12th-89.3%
10th-8.8/10

Work experience :

1.Co-Founder and Director of an AR/VR Startup in Real estate & Architecture founded in 2017 during graduation (Registered in 2019).
2.Our Startup idea was originated at the ISB -TEP program. We have developed our product using Design Thinking, and This is the first time I have come across product management.
3.One of the Top 16 teams across the World Invited to the Global Demo Day(2018) by Angel Hack.
4.Presented at Angel Hack’s Global Demo Day(2018) in San Francisco.
5.Top 30 startup teams in India by AICTE.
6.We are at present incubated at T-Hub ( Hyderabad).
7. 3d Model and a VFX artist by hobby and have done multiple projects as a freelancer.

Projects worked on
1. Virtual tour for Devi seafood(Seafood exports company)
2. Virtual Tours created for T-Hub Phase 1 and Phase 2 (In progress)
3. Augmented Reality walkthrough for CRPF

Teaching :
1. Technology Facilitator at ISB - TEP
2. Training Engineering Students in Entrepreneurship and Product Development for the past two years.

Extracurriculars

1. Vice-chairperson for Robotics Club VBIT.
2. Conducted Workshops and Summer Training sessions on Animation, Video Editing, Home Automation and IoT.
3.Organiser of Cultural Fest VIBHA at college.
4. Involved in helping Aditya Mehta Foundation(helping Para Athletes) raise funds for their new facility by creating a 3d model and animated walkthrough for that facility.

Post MBA Goals:
Short term goal is to become a product manager in an AR/VR division of a Tech Company.
During my early days at ISB, I came across product management, which caught my interest and made me continue as a product manager in my startup and pushed me to mentor multiple students teams in Ideation and during the Product design of their projects.
Long Term Goals: To head the Product Management vertical of a company.
Target B schools : 
ISB
Duke Fuqua

Questions : 
1 . What are my chances for ISB ? (I'm worried about my low GPA in undergrad)
2. How much should be my minimum GMAT score?
3. Please suggest some other schools that my profile may be a fit?

Admissionado · Answer

hemanthreddynaini :

Questions:

1 . What are my chances for ISB ? (I'm worried about my low GPA in undergrad)

Has your work experience been characterized mostly or solely by this startup? Do you have any other experience your are going to showcase? If so, it's a bit shaky unless you can legitimize this experience in the eyes of the AdCom. It won't be the same as people with full-time experience, but that's okay. You are competing as a startup/entrepreneur. It's important that this is made to seem genuinely impressive.

2. How much should be my minimum GMAT score?

700 is the unofficial minimum score to be considered, while 730 is the competitive minimum score for candidates with your profile. Is that achievable?

3. Please suggest some other schools that my profile may be a fit?

In all honesty, you are a bit younger for many of the US business schools. They typically want students with 3-5 years of experience. Also, without a GMAT score it's really hard to evaluate. You need to aim get that 730+ to give yourself a shot at the top schools. Besides Duke Fuqua, are there any other schools that interest you? Why 
does Duke interest you in the first place? Would you consider waiting another year or two before applying? For someone with your profile, that could really enhance your chances.

-Admissionado

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