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What I should do to make my profile unique and stronger? 03 Feb 2024, 11:02
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Hello everyone, I am a second year student at IIM Rohtak and I’m pursuing undergraduate there.
It is among the top 12 b-school in India.

I am planning to take GMAT Focus this year in june. My CV doesn’t consit of anything fancy except for
- Two interships (one being social/rural internship and other being academic research internship which I did under faculty)
- Online courses in excel and business analytics.

My CGPA is around 7 ( which is not that high, but I am working on it.)

Now the real question is what should I do to make it unique?

I asked consultants and they advised me to volunteer or publish a research paper and all sort of things.


I am really confused right now :(
Can anyone please help me?? Thank you in advance

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What I should do to make my profile unique and stronger? 04 Feb 2024, 09:41
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Hello @Kerra,

I hope you are doing well. 

To enhance your profile and make it stand out, consider taking on leadership roles within student organizations or clubs at IIM Rohtak, showcasing your ability to lead and manage teams effectively. Explore entrepreneurial ventures or join a startup to highlight your creativity and initiative.

Gain cross-functional exposure through projects or internships in various business functions, demonstrating versatility. Seek international experiences like study abroad programs or global internships to showcase adaptability and a global perspective. Actively network with professionals in your desired industry and participate in industry events to build connections. Acquire certifications or attend workshops to specialize in high-demand skills. Engage in innovative projects that demonstrate problem-solving and creativity, and participate in business competitions to enhance analytical and strategic thinking.

Develop strong communication skills through public speaking events or joining a public speaking club. Seek mentorship from faculty, professionals, or alumni for valuable guidance and insights. Choose activities that align with your interests and career goals, emphasizing quality experiences that showcase your passion, leadership, and positive impact.

Good luck with your endeavors!

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 KerraHello everyone, I am a second year student at IIM Rohtak and I’m pursuing undergraduate there.
It is among the top 12 b-school in India.

I am planning to take GMAT Focus this year in june. My CV doesn’t consit of anything fancy except for
- Two interships (one being social/rural internship and other being academic research internship which I did under faculty)
- Online courses in excel and business analytics.

My CGPA is around 7 ( which is not that high, but I am working on it.)

Now the real question is what should I do to make it unique?

I asked consultants and they advised me to volunteer or publish a research paper and all sort of things.


I am really confused right now :(
Can anyone please help me?? Thank you in advance

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What I should do to make my profile unique and stronger? 04 Feb 2024, 10:23
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Kerra

When it comes to ExtraCurriculars, aim to do a few things well and deep, rather than being involved in too many activities at a surface-level.

The key is to stay authentic to yourself: depending on your values and interests, pick activities that interest you, and try to show consistency and impact.

To give you some examples, I've worked with mentees with some interesting ECs e.g. one was involved in a quarterly beach clean-up drive in Mumbai, one donated food (from his food-delivery start-up) to the needy during festivals, one did women empowerment drives and short-films on the topic, one volunteered regularly at a child-safety NGO, etc.

In all these cases, these activities aligned with their values, and they had tangible impact (e.g. tonnes of waste cleared, views for the short-films and awareness created, # of children saved, etc.). These ECs, when weaved into the overall MBA narrative, would then help present a balanced profile.

For more ways to improve your profile as an MBA applicant, you could check out this write-up

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Hello everyone, I am a second year student at IIM Rohtak and I’m pursuing undergraduate there.
It is among the top 12 b-school in India.

I am planning to take GMAT Focus this year in june. My CV doesn’t consit of anything fancy except for
- Two interships (one being social/rural internship and other being academic research internship which I did under faculty)
- Online courses in excel and business analytics.

My CGPA is around 7 ( which is not that high, but I am working on it.)

Now the real question is what should I do to make it unique?

I asked consultants and they advised me to volunteer or publish a research paper and all sort of things.


I am really confused right now :(
Can anyone please help me?? Thank you in advance

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Hello everyone, I am a second year student at IIM Rohtak and I’m pursuing undergraduate there.
It is among the top 12 b-school in India.

I am planning to take GMAT Focus this year in june. My CV doesn’t consit of anything fancy except for
- Two interships (one being social/rural internship and other being academic research internship which I did under faculty)
- Online courses in excel and business analytics.

My CGPA is around 7 ( which is not that high, but I am working on it.)

Now the real question is what should I do to make it unique?

I asked consultants and they advised me to volunteer or publish a research paper and all sort of things.


:(
Can anyone please help me?? Thank you in advance

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Kerra,

The Adcoms at the universities are looking for students with good overall backgrounds as they want to ensure a mixed cohort increasing the university standards each year.

In your case, your school is a plus. However, you need to work on your academics and GMAT FE.
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You don't need to do tons of things to build your profile, you can focus on 2-3 activities meeting your areas of interest and dive deeper into it. Your learnings and experiences through these activities can help you build the right skillsets which can prove essential while you explain yourself in your applications. 

Since, you are thinking about starting early and focusing on building your profile, we recommend you attend our webinar on 17th February at 11 AM IST where our panel of experts are going to talk about 'profile enrichment' and much more. You can register for the event here. 

In addition, if you wish to connect with our consultants directly, you can schedule your free call here

You can also speak directly with our team via call at +91 7780769732 

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