Profile evaluation for ISB and IIMs one year programmes.

Question

What should my target GMAT score be?
 Academics  
 
  10th: 8.6 CGPA  
  12th: 84%  
  Bachelor of Management Studies: 7.0 CGPA
   
  Work Experience  
 
  Currently working in catastrophe modeling at AXA XL  
  Will have 4+ years of experience by next March  
  Also freelanced on art and 3D projects during COVID, along with an internship in the same field before my current job
   
  Certifications  
 
  PMP Silver Level
   
  Extracurriculars  
 
  State-level football player

pintukr · Answer

A655+ GMAT score will significantly boost the application. All the Best.

Rashie1 · Answer

645 + gmat score

TutelageXMentor · Answer

Hi !

You should specify which are the schools you are targeting. Moreover, your academic details are not given, hence difficult to suggest.

However, you must try to cross 650 or so to remain competitive.

Thanks

ISBeacon · Answer

Which college did you graduate from?

Slightly modest grades; target 685+ on the GMAT.
--
Ashish

GradOcean · Answer

Hi,

Considering you will have close to 4 years of work experience by next March, you would be eligible for programs like ISB, IIMA PGPX, IIMK PGP-BL, IIMM MBA, IIMU MBA GSCM/DEM, SPJIMR PGPM, and XLRI PGDM GM.

I would strongly recommend spending some time refining your post-MBA goals, as greater clarity around your intended career path will significantly strengthen your applications.

In terms of test scores, you should ideally target a GMAT FE score around 675 for ISB. While the average for the one-year IIM programs is typically a bit lower, aiming for 645+ would still keep you competitive across programs.

All the Best!

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CrackAdmission · Answer

Dear  Stealthz3r ,

Please find below my evaluation of your profile:

Strengths 
 
 Catastrophe modeling at AXA XL is a niche, high-value domain. This positions you well in risk and insurance-focused programs 
 The creative freelance background (art + 3D) during COVID shows initiative and entrepreneurial thinking outside corporate structure 
 PMP at an early career stage signals structured thinking and delivery mindset  
 Areas to Work On 
 
 No evidence of leadership in the form of managing people, leading projects, or driving organizational change 
 Career story feels flat : 4 years in one role without visible growth, promotions, or expanding scope is a red flag 
 Football stays in school, nothing post-college; suggests extracurricular engagement died after graduation 
 Academics show a declining trend : 8.6 to 84% to 7.0 CGPA needs to be addressed proactively  
 Recommendation 
 
 Build a compelling "scope expansion" narrative within AXA XL; client exposure, model ownership, cross-team projects 
 Think of a compelling story from your work such as : How do insurers price premiums when COVID, wars, embargoes, silicon shortage etc. make historical catastrophe data irrelevant for future risk? 
 Pursue one leadership role outside work immediately. It can be mentorship, industry association, community initiative, forming and contributing to a niche interest specific group etc. 
 As far as GMAT is concerned, aim for 675+

I am an ISB Alum, CO15, and have been mentoring applicants crack ISB, IIMs and global MBA programs for last 8+ years. Feel free to reach out to seek guidance as and when you are ready.

Cheers and wish you all the very best !!

admitStreet · Answer

Stealthz3r - some more details can help assess better e.g. undergrad university, nature of your role(s), key projects, any progressions/ promotions?, directional career goals. While there's no magic score, aiming for a 675-685+ with a balanced sectional split would be ideal for ISB and IIM's. Regards, Arvind Founder, admitStreet | Request a free profile evaluation W: https://admitstreet.com | LinkedIn | E: arvindk@admitstreet.com

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