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Here’s a bit about me: 24 M, ORM
Went to a decent school, top 10-15 public university, did CS and Finance there so 2 degrees and got a 3.4
There I built a startup my freshman year, obviously not successful but then I did a lot for university’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and led investments at university’s venture fund.
Interned at a big startup that raised 100 Mil and worked with CPO on a suite of products that made the company a lot of money, interned at well known app where I built a really successful feature that everyone who uses that app loves, and interned at a VC under the managing partner and led operations for a few strategic initiatives.
Got into an APM program (not FAANG, think Uber, LinkedIn tier) where I work on the AI team.
Really high visibility role, lots of impact, lots of strategic work directly contributing towards growing the business and landing huge enterprises. Can say I directly contributed towards revenue growth which has been awesome. Get face time with company leadership as well which has been a great learning experience as well.
On the side, in a couple AI fellowship and small programs just to be more involved in the ecosystem.
Got a 685 on the GMAT FE (88Q, 84V, 80DI)
Applying this fall and will have 3 years working experience when matriculating. I aiming for HBS MS/MBA, GSB, and Sloan LGO. My goal is to go to a program where I can create a venture and am in the ecosystem that can do this. I was the one who built out a lot for my alma mater, I am looking for a program established in the startup ecosystem where I can have the proper resources to have a better chance to succeed than I did before.
Went to a decent school, top 10-15 public university, did CS and Finance there so 2 degrees and got a 3.4
There I built a startup my freshman year, obviously not successful but then I did a lot for university’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and led investments at university’s venture fund.
Interned at a big startup that raised 100 Mil and worked with CPO on a suite of products that made the company a lot of money, interned at well known app where I built a really successful feature that everyone who uses that app loves, and interned at a VC under the managing partner and led operations for a few strategic initiatives.
Got into an APM program (not FAANG, think Uber, LinkedIn tier) where I work on the AI team.
Really high visibility role, lots of impact, lots of strategic work directly contributing towards growing the business and landing huge enterprises. Can say I directly contributed towards revenue growth which has been awesome. Get face time with company leadership as well which has been a great learning experience as well.
On the side, in a couple AI fellowship and small programs just to be more involved in the ecosystem.
Got a 685 on the GMAT FE (88Q, 84V, 80DI)
Applying this fall and will have 3 years working experience when matriculating. I aiming for HBS MS/MBA, GSB, and Sloan LGO. My goal is to go to a program where I can create a venture and am in the ecosystem that can do this. I was the one who built out a lot for my alma mater, I am looking for a program established in the startup ecosystem where I can have the proper resources to have a better chance to succeed than I did before.
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Just did it, thank you!
Your profile is strong with startup experience, a 685 GMAT, and impactful AI work! For HBS MS/MBA, GSB, and Sloan LGO, GSB stands out for your venture goals—its startup ecosystem is unmatched with the Venture Studio and 40% of grads founding companies. HBS has the Rock Center, but it’s broader-focused. Sloan LGO leans engineering-heavy, less startup-centric. Your 3.4 GPA is a slight concern—highlight leadership in essays. Network with GSB alums to strengthen your app. Aim for GSB to maximize your entrepreneurial shot!
shishimaru
Joined: 19 Aug 2024
Last visit: 22 Feb 2026
Posts: 159
Location: India
Concentration: Strategy, Technology
GPA: 2.2
WE:Sales (Finance)
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Congrats on a solid profile! Your startup and AI experience shine, and a 685 GMAT is competitive. GSB is your best bet for creating a venture—Silicon Valley’s ecosystem, plus programs like Startup Garage, make it a founder’s dream. HBS MS/MBA has i-Lab, but it’s less startup-focused than GSB. Sloan LGO is techy but more ops-oriented, not ideal for ventures. Connect with GSB founders to boost your app. Go for GSB!
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Impressive journey! With your startup and AI impact, plus a 685 GMAT, you’re in a good spot.
GSB aligns best with your venture goal—its startup ecosystem, including the Entrepreneurial Summer Program, is top-tier. HBS MS/MBA has resources like i-Lab, but it’s broader. Sloan LGO focuses on manufacturing, not ideal for founding. Choose GSB for the best shot at success!
GSB aligns best with your venture goal—its startup ecosystem, including the Entrepreneurial Summer Program, is top-tier. HBS MS/MBA has resources like i-Lab, but it’s broader. Sloan LGO focuses on manufacturing, not ideal for founding. Choose GSB for the best shot at success!
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