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01 Mar 2010, 00:14
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Hi,
I am Santhosh.
Aged:25
W/E:5 years [at time of joining]
GMAT:Yet to take [expect 700-760]
Extracurricular:organised trekking,group tours,conducted events in college.
Now to main part,CGPA:8.1/10 .First class with Distinction from Madras Institute of technology,Anna University.
The school and university are highly rated in India but come below the IITs[Indian Institute of Technology].but it comes within top 10 in country considering there are 6-7 IITS.
I am trying to apply to Elite schools like haas,ross,darden,carnegie melon,cornell,tuck etc.
Do you think it will hamper since i havent got 9/10 or i didnt come from IIT.
I am Santhosh.
Aged:25
W/E:5 years [at time of joining]
GMAT:Yet to take [expect 700-760]
Extracurricular:organised trekking,group tours,conducted events in college.
Now to main part,CGPA:8.1/10 .First class with Distinction from Madras Institute of technology,Anna University.
The school and university are highly rated in India but come below the IITs[Indian Institute of Technology].but it comes within top 10 in country considering there are 6-7 IITS.
I am trying to apply to Elite schools like haas,ross,darden,carnegie melon,cornell,tuck etc.
Do you think it will hamper since i havent got 9/10 or i didnt come from IIT.
01 Mar 2010, 08:32
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Hi Santhosh,
An MBA application is evaluated through multiple perspectives - academic history, professional experience and extracurricular activities.
In your case, you are within the range in terms of number of years of professional experience, although I would have to know more about your field to analyze your profile in greater detail.
You seem to have some extracurricular activities too, but in college. If you showed more recent ones where you can demonstrate impact, it would help to distinguish your profile better, especially since you belong to a subgroup that is common at MBA programs, i.e. an engineer from India.
Moving on to your main question on academic history, I don't believe that not graduating from IIT will hamper your chances. Your GPA is sufficient as well, considering that it is one of multiple components being assessed for your admission. If there are any doubts about your academic potential, a high GMAT will help mitigate them. From my experience with helping with MBA admissions, I don't think you need to worry on the academic front.
MBA programs look for a well-rounded candidate, which includes strong professional experience, varied activities, a good academic history, as well as the ability to communicate all of that in the application and the interview. Compared to Indian programs, there is a lot more emphasis on soft skills and community involvement. Focus on developing strong essays, obtaining relevant letters of recommendation, having a polished resume, and ensuring you can perform well in the interview. At My MBA Admit, we don't just help our clients with preparing a strong application package, but tutor them in interview practice, business communication and career counseling as well.
To learn more about how we can help, check out our Volume Discounts and Application packages or drop us a line at [email protected].
An MBA application is evaluated through multiple perspectives - academic history, professional experience and extracurricular activities.
In your case, you are within the range in terms of number of years of professional experience, although I would have to know more about your field to analyze your profile in greater detail.
You seem to have some extracurricular activities too, but in college. If you showed more recent ones where you can demonstrate impact, it would help to distinguish your profile better, especially since you belong to a subgroup that is common at MBA programs, i.e. an engineer from India.
Moving on to your main question on academic history, I don't believe that not graduating from IIT will hamper your chances. Your GPA is sufficient as well, considering that it is one of multiple components being assessed for your admission. If there are any doubts about your academic potential, a high GMAT will help mitigate them. From my experience with helping with MBA admissions, I don't think you need to worry on the academic front.
MBA programs look for a well-rounded candidate, which includes strong professional experience, varied activities, a good academic history, as well as the ability to communicate all of that in the application and the interview. Compared to Indian programs, there is a lot more emphasis on soft skills and community involvement. Focus on developing strong essays, obtaining relevant letters of recommendation, having a polished resume, and ensuring you can perform well in the interview. At My MBA Admit, we don't just help our clients with preparing a strong application package, but tutor them in interview practice, business communication and career counseling as well.
To learn more about how we can help, check out our Volume Discounts and Application packages or drop us a line at [email protected].
01 Mar 2010, 09:27
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Thanks a lot.thanks. answers my question.Forgot to mention I work for a Multinational fortune 500 company ,infact brand leader[say within top 5 software companies],cant mention name. I have got 4 applause awards from my superiors and a promotion from associate Engineer to Engineer in 3 years. I have organised events at office.However i have no international exposure as i work for a product development company where they dont send people abroad.
As you say i will be competing against large number of similar applicants and that too from india alone.will that affect my chances.
what kind of extra curriculars do you suggest that would improve my chances?i am think of working in missionary school for couple of weeks .should i mention that in resume as well.
As you say i will be competing against large number of similar applicants and that too from india alone.will that affect my chances.
what kind of extra curriculars do you suggest that would improve my chances?i am think of working in missionary school for couple of weeks .should i mention that in resume as well.
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