[Neo2000]

Originally Posted by aayush_lakshmi

Thanks for the reply..appreciate your feedback..I have thought that the leadership potential can be demonstrated further if I could elaborate on my being a school captain. From 'daily chores' to annual events, I have done it all. Also, I am looking at my dad's biz ( Manufacturing Iron and Steel ) and have loads to talk about there as well as I have been put in situations when I had to deal with the union people..Please tellme what you feel..

There is a huge difference between being a school captain and being a leader of industry. You are limiting yourself if you think that being a school captain will showcase your leadership potential. lots of ppl are school captains but few actually lead people at the work-place. The responsibility of leading people, of delivering a project and making money for your company is far different than the non-pressure situation of leading students at functions and events.

I do not know what you will talk about w.r.t your dad's biz so i cannot really say on that.

I'm sorry but you are either under-estimating Harvard or there is something in your story that'll make everybody go "Wow!" that you haven't told us

[aayush_lakshmi]

Originally Posted by Neo2000

There is a huge difference between being a school captain and being a leader of industry. You are limiting yourself if you think that being a school captain will showcase your leadership potential. lots of ppl are school captains but few actually lead people at the work-place. The responsibility of leading people, of delivering a project and making money for your company is far different than the non-pressure situation of leading students at functions and events.

I do not know what you will talk about w.r.t your dad's biz so i cannot really say on that.

I'm sorry but you are either under-estimating Harvard or there is something in your story that'll make everybody go "Wow!" that you haven't told us

agreed...Honestly, my profile is quite average ( possibly not even average :sad...can u please tell me whether they accept experience in family business...I am asking you this because whatever experience Ive had is while I was in college...but now I am planning to take it up seriously and assume greater responsibilities after college...2-3 years down the like will I be in a position to leverage on it if I make a positive difference to it ( which I am fairly confident of doing )...

i would be grateful if somebody could tellme if i am eligible to apply for HBS 2+2 programme..I am in final year of college and would be graduating in May 2009

[leo25]

have got feedback

[paritoshagarwal]

Hi all,

I have a BBA from Symbiosis, Pune - 82% (university top 2%)
Working for D.E. Shaw & Co. India.
Extra-curriculars: won several debates, dance, painting, national management fests

fund raising for university corporate cricket tournament.

For as much as I can see and analyze, the one thing that distinguishes me in terms of leadership is the fact that I have been a youth leader(elected) for the hyderabad chapter of Agrasen Samiti (a 50000 strong community organization) since I was 18 and have been spearheading community development initiatives in education, health and other areas.

Will this, coupled with a few years (2-3) of work ex make for a good profile?

[NOTHING1954]

Take a look at the following profiles,from PG, of people who have been admitted to Harvard in the last two, three years:

1. Metallurgical engineer from PEC Chandigarh, top 25%, GMAT: 750, Work experience: 3 years- worked as a Jr. Manager at JSW Steel- 1 year Technical assistant to CEO, 1 year in the Corp Strategy group and 1 year as Production Manger in a small mill; Intraprenuer- founder of High Tech Agrotech company while in Corp Strategy group ;
Strong extracurriculars: Indian Youth Ambassador to Common-wealth (2003-05); Founder - Punjab Engg. College Management Association; Head+ Convenor of Student council (2004-05), President - Rotaract club of Chandigarh (2004-05), Chief co-ordinator of NSS and Microfinance Scheme Chandigarh; Chairperson of Society of Manufacturing Engineer;

2. B.Tech-Computer Science (great college), GPA: 9+/10, GMAT 760,
Xth: 96 (AISSE top 0.1%), XII: 94 (school rank 1), CFA (USA) Level 3 candidate;
Work ex till date 3 1/2 years: 1.5 years, TMT consultant, Delhi+ London, a highly reputed firm globally; 1.5 years, Senior Research associate, Delhi - a reputed private equity player;
Strong ECs: Held two senior positions with great NGOs...been working for these since last 6 years; Others...sports, debate, drama etc....definitely not good...but not that bad either; Very strong recommendations

3. Mariner-Trained in TS Chanakya (IIT-JEE intake), GMAT score: 700; Academics: Below Avg. ; Extracurriculars: Good ;
WE: 6 years ;
Serial entrepreneur - worked in Shipping for 2 years; started his own enterprise (ITeS) and then Left shipping to help grow his own business. Started another company (diversified into the Personal Security sector) Executed tie-ups with MNC's and Indian blue chips for both companies and one of them failed. Extracurriculars: was very proactive socially. Headed local chapter of a National NGO; Local chapter of an association of ITeS companies.

4. Dual Degree (BTech.+M.Tech) from IIT, Kharagpur (2002-2007)
Majors:Industrial Engg. & Mgmt.
VP, Technology Students' Gymkhana (highest student post in IIT)
Exp: Associate Ops.Manager, P&G India (2007-200

Currently working as the head of the Business Development and Brand Strategy division of a startup by IIT and IIM graduates- Green Hat Ventures.

Well these profiles might give you some idea of what Harvard might be looking for in the candidates, it admits.

All the best.

[viks2006]

Hi
could anyone throw some light as to which university would be suitable for my kind of profile. I am aiming for a 2011 fall admit.

10th std-excellent (one of the best schools) (topper)

11th std-excellent (again one of the best) (topper)

Undergrad-engineering-Industrial Biotechnology (81%)

Post grad- PGDM- from a top 20 college in India

Started career with a top Automotive firm as a sales trainee ( would complete 4 years of experience by the admit) .Now a manager and would move to Senior manager role by then.

No international Experience (as the company is very much an Indian firm so no opportunities till now)

Awardsfrom the company to honor my performances.

Very good extra curriculars with natiuonal level awards in various events

A consultant with A private NGO in my home city for 3 years now.

would like to move into international business and thus the need for an International MBA.

Could anyone suggest the good schools for me and in particular what extra should i do to have a chance to even think about harvard business school.
Thanx in advance...
It would be great if some one could help me out here as these my first steps to gain some info on international MBAs

[paddydevil]

Originally Posted by NOTHING1954

Take a look at the following profiles,from PG, of people who have been admitted to Harvard in the last two, three years:

1. Metallurgical engineer from PEC Chandigarh, top 25%, GMAT: 750, Work experience: 3 years- worked as a Jr. Manager at JSW Steel- 1 year Technical assistant to CEO, 1 year in the Corp Strategy group and 1 year as Production Manger in a small mill; Intraprenuer- founder of High Tech Agrotech company while in Corp Strategy group ;
Strong extracurriculars: Indian Youth Ambassador to Common-wealth (2003-05); Founder - Punjab Engg. College Management Association; Head+ Convenor of Student council (2004-05), President - Rotaract club of Chandigarh (2004-05), Chief co-ordinator of NSS and Microfinance Scheme Chandigarh; Chairperson of Society of Manufacturing Engineer;

2. B.Tech-Computer Science (great college), GPA: 9+/10, GMAT 760,
Xth: 96 (AISSE top 0.1%), XII: 94 (school rank 1), CFA (USA) Level 3 candidate;
Work ex till date 3 1/2 years: 1.5 years, TMT consultant, Delhi+ London, a highly reputed firm globally; 1.5 years, Senior Research associate, Delhi - a reputed private equity player;
Strong ECs: Held two senior positions with great NGOs...been working for these since last 6 years; Others...sports, debate, drama etc....definitely not good...but not that bad either; Very strong recommendations

3. Mariner-Trained in TS Chanakya (IIT-JEE intake), GMAT score: 700; Academics: Below Avg. ; Extracurriculars: Good ;
WE: 6 years ;
Serial entrepreneur - worked in Shipping for 2 years; started his own enterprise (ITeS) and then Left shipping to help grow his own business. Started another company (diversified into the Personal Security sector) Executed tie-ups with MNC's and Indian blue chips for both companies and one of them failed. Extracurriculars: was very proactive socially. Headed local chapter of a National NGO; Local chapter of an association of ITeS companies.

4. Dual Degree (BTech.+M.Tech) from IIT, Kharagpur (2002-2007)
Majors:Industrial Engg. & Mgmt.
VP, Technology Students' Gymkhana (highest student post in IIT)
Exp: Associate Ops.Manager, P&G India (2007-200

Currently working as the head of the Business Development and Brand Strategy division of a startup by IIT and IIM graduates- Green Hat Ventures.

Well these profiles might give you some idea of what Harvard might be looking for in the candidates, it admits.

All the best.

well this has finally grown over me and i m starting to crumble like a cookie.
" I havent achieved a dime in my whole life" what a waste.
I have all the money but no achievement of these sorts.
w.e. nor did Dirubhai... !

[aimhsw]

Originally Posted by cryonerve

HBS does not require certification's from you.

In any case if you feel you are good at something- you can always talk your way through it and convince the ADCOM that you know all about it without getting a formal degree.

In case of accounts and finance- there would be no talk-throughs, you WILL need to do the required course-work and pass gracefully IF you want to get into HBS

Hi cryonerve

thank you for taking your valuable time with us.

BTW What are the required course-work, an HBS prospective aspirant must do.?

[dineshyuva]

hi
i m dinesh.its really a gr8 work by people from HBS thanks a lot for that i have done my BE (EEE) and currently i have a work exp of 1 yr with one of the most reputed software giants jointly i m holding the office of human resouces secretary in my dads concern.
Co-curricuar: Done projects at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre,Presented a couple of papers at reputed institutions like Bits,pilani also presented my idea at an International Conference
extra curriculars :President of rotary Interact club ,Executive council member of Institution of Engineers,Placement executive member of my college,Best outgoing student.
thats me in short.i have a burning desire to play a significant role in India's Development so I wish to expose myself to one of the best Institution(only HBS ).what are my chances of getting into HBS how could i improve it further
I request you to kindly give your consent and valuable guidance and views on how should I approach and what are the procedures and formalities I need to undertake .I believe that this would help me to get oriented towards my career and set the rhythm towards the same.
thanks in Advance