Hi, I would be thankful to you if you can evaluate my profile and let me know. My target is to get into any of the Ivy league MBA programs in US or UK.
Post Grad: MBA (SP Jain Dubai/singapore - 2011) - 3.52/4 (Gold Medal)
GMAT: 710
Pre MBA:
5.5 years of IT experience in Capgemini and convergys. Role: Business Analyst/Project Management
Post MBA:1.5 Years in an IT Startup based in Dubai. Role: Business Development for MENA region
Currently working as a General Manager for a new two wheeler dealership with a vision to become a model dealership in India. - Built a team of business analysts from IITs/IIMs to help build a process oriented organization unlike any seen in dealership industry
-Turned around the service vertical from loss making to profits within 6 months
Total work experience 7.5 years. Currently looking to pursue second MBA (starting from 2014) from Ivy league universities. Please let me know if I stand a chance.
Pritam, you recently got done with an MBA, you are on a fast track growth, and into general management - something which other MBA candidates seek. You are recruiting highly qualified people under you. Seems like you career is on the right path.
Where is the need for another MBA??
The adcoms are going to ask you the same thing.
When people do a second MBA, they would typically have worked for 3- 10 years, utilized the benefits they derived from the first MBA, and gone back to b-school to retool themselves.
I don't see that scenario applying to you.
A better strategy would be to continue your high track growth for another few years and then join an executive education program (IIMs) or a Fellowship program (Sloan MIT/ LBS or Nanyang) which are meant for people on the CXO route.
So if you want to know whether you stand a chance at an Ivy league, I would think minimal. Some of them (like Tuck, Columbia and Duke in the US) also have a no-2nd MBA policy.
@mba-help , Can you please guide me which all Indian B-schools take GMAT score despite ISB? I'm looking for admission for the 2014 batch and haven't given the GMAT yet. Also, when do most admission applications close out by? I understand ISB has its second round of admissions by November 15.
Hi, I would be thankful to you if you can evaluate my profile and let me know. My target is to get into any of the Ivy league MBA programs in US or UK.
Class X: 86%
Class XII: 94.3 %
Undergrad: BE (BITS Pilani - 2004) - 7.59/10
Post Grad: MBA (SP Jain Dubai/Singapore - 2011) - 3.52/4 (Gold Medal)
GMAT: 710
Pre MBA:
5.5 years of IT experience in Capgemini and convergys. Role: Business Analyst/Project Management
Highlights:
- Received several awards from top management during my tenure
- One out of the turn promotion
- Client facing role in US for about an year
Post MBA:
1.5 Years in an IT Start-up based in Dubai. Role: Business Development for MENA region
Highlights:
- Cracked two accounts one in Dubai and one in UNICEF Ethiopia
- Extensive account management experience
- Widely traveled in Gulf region
- Streamlined delivery process and developed SOPs for Delivery excellence for the offshore delivery center
Currently working as a General Manager for a new two wheeler dealership with a vision to become a model dealership in India.
Highlights:
- Responsible for the entire business (Turnover of 80 crores and a staff of 150 people)
- Established the vision of the organized and set the organization in that direction
- Built a team of business analysts from IITs/IIMs to help build a process oriented organization unlike any seen in dealership industry
-Turned around the service vertical from loss making to profits within 6 months
-Top Management Role
Total work experience 7.5 years. Currently looking to pursue second MBA (starting from 2014) from Ivy league universities. Please let me know if I stand a chance.
Hi Pritam,
There are few colleges who do not allow 2nd MBA. So it would be prudent to write and ask MBA admission office about your eligibility. Having said this, you have a decent profile with good GMAT, GPA from a reputed institute and ECs. You should stand a good chance in b-schools.
Let me know in case you require any assistance in school selection or profile evaluation.
@mba-help , Can you please guide me which all Indian B-schools take GMAT score despite ISB? I'm looking for admission for the 2014 batch and haven't given the GMAT yet. Also, when do most admission applications close out by? I understand ISB has its second round of admissions by November 15.
what is your work experience? Some b-schools like the IIMs / XLRI/ SP Jain accept GMAT scores, but you need 5-7 years work experience to qualify
I am rakesh. I have a gmat score of 700(q-50,v-34). I am 3 years experienced as of now in mobile and social game industry. i have done by graduation from Bits-pilani. i have average extra curricular activities and decent acads .
10th -87.4 cbse
12th -91.1
engg - 7.21 (bits)
Please suggest me viable schools for me to apply.
Hi Rakesh,
You have an avg. profile with decent GMAT score. With the given information, you may target b-schools like: Duke, Darden, Cornell, McCombs, Kenan-Flagler, USC-Marshall, Emory, Indiana-Kelley, McDonough, CEIBS-Shanghai, NUS & Nanyang. Application essays and interview plays a pivotal role in b-school admission, so I would suggest you to take the assistance of professionals. Let me know in case you require any assistance in school selection or profile evaluation. You may PM your details to have a discussion in length.
Associated with an IT firm for 33 months working for an asset management client.
Involvement in datawarehousing domain, providing ETL development for mapping data to be shown to investors through reports/website.
Involved in mentoring new joiness, providing trainings
Spot awards and few appreciations for innovation and critical project completions.
I had left the organisation as i was being moved to a new position in an entirely different domain (retail) and i was interested in finance area, particularly asset management.
Currently doing a live project and will look for relevant internship post that.
Interested in doing a MBA in Finance.
How is my profile for applying to good B schools abroad (for finance)?
Which B-schools should i target and what is the average GMAT score there ?
Hi Sundeep,
Your work experience is on lower side. I don't see much potential in applying this yr. Would suggest you to wait another year and strengthen your profile by heading a team, professional achievements and other aptitudes. As these elements are essential in writing application essays, so I would suggest you to build your profile and then apply. You must aim for 700+ GMAT score to be able to apply in good b-schools.
i am planning to pursue MBA in USA. can you please let me clarify some apprehensions regarding USA MBA?
1) Is it easy for foreign nationals to get a job post MBA? 2
depends on which industry/role you are targeting. Natives are given preference for certain roles, you could say, more in marketing and HR kind of functions, where one needs an understanding of local demographics. Getting into consulting for instance is relatively easier.
2) Will companies which recruit in OPT period generally sponsor for our H1-B visa?
Again depends on the company that recruits you. Some of them are more open to sponsoring H1Visas, while some are not. But since the OPT would last another 9 months after you graduate, you should not have a problem getting a visa, if the company is willing to give you one in the first place.
3) what has been the trend for indians pursuing MBA in tier one colleges like kelley? Please help me to make an informed decision. -regards Rakesh
Lots of applicants get through Kelley and other higher ranked schools. Present your application well - this is where most rejected applicants tend to go wrong.
what is your work experience? Some b-schools like the IIMs / XLRI/ SP Jain accept GMAT scores, but you need 5-7 years work experience to qualify
As of today, I've some 25 months of work experience. I understand most IIMs have a criteria of 27 years of age and/ or 5-7 years of experience, none of which I possess at the moment. Is ISB the only option?
Hi MBA Consultant,It would be very helpful if you evaluate my profile and give some advice for MBA.My profile- Work-ex (Wipro Tech) -30 months/ Graduation B.E. - 72%
This year I am preparing for CAT and other Indian b-school programs although I want to write GMAT, I I need to keep option for abroad too.
I am confused when should I write GMAT as application deadline for most of the public universities is OCT-R1 and Jan-R2.
If I focus on CAT this year and give GMAT next year I need to apply with 4 years of work-ex.I want to attend to switch career path from IT to General management.Please suggest me some US State universities, and when should I write GMAT ?What potential difference do you see if I join next MBA batch with 3.5 YOE or 4.5 YOE ?
Hi Atul,
I am unable to find professional achievements, leadership style and short/long term goals in your profile. However, if you are unable to showcase these attributes in application essays, then it would be difficult to apply in b-school(s) and face the adcoms during interview.
Having said this, if you are able to demonstrate these skills, then you must write GMAT (aim for 700+) by mid-July and target ISB Cycle-1 and other b-schools in US. Starting early is the key point.
Feel free to ask any other concerns you might have. You may PM your details as well for discussion in length.
I have started gmat prep this very month only, can anybody tell me how to manage time in daily prep,,also tell me about scholarships in good colleges and how to get them...i have low budget and any institute or agents required for follow up with colleges.
Hi Pallavi,
GMAT requires comprehensive preparation. I would suggest you to devote 3-4 hrs. daily and write mock test in alternate days. This way you would be able to gauge wherever you are lacking and then work on those pointers. Regarding scholarship, I would suggest you to do some research on schools you want to apply in, download brochures and read them thoroughly to understand the program, curriculum & scholarships offered. Please do not rely on any agents or mediators.
I want to do MBA from foreign…as I don’t have much of high qualifications in my resume,can u plz help in sorting out the country and the college… I have heard that Canada and Singapore is really good in terms of fees and post study working visa…is it so?? What can I do about the scholarships??
It would be very helpful if you guy can evaluate my profile and guide me accordingly.
10th- 84 %
12th - 66 %
Btech - 68 %
I am working in TCS and its been 30 months now,
I have a active participation in extra curricular activities and sports trough out my school and college.Can you please tell me if I can get a MBA school in asia that can accept that acads. I will be giving GMAT next year.
I want to do MBA from foreign....as I don't have much of high qualifications in my resume,,,,can u plz help in sorting out the country and the college..... I have heard that Canada and Singapore is really good in terms of fees and post study working visa..is it so?? What can I do about the scholarships??
The visa laws are more relaxed in both Canada and Singapore. I don't understand what you mean when you say you don't have high qualifications in your resume. Maybe you can explain yourself better
It would be very helpful if you guy can evaluate my profile and guide me accordingly.
10th- 84 %
12th - 66 %
Btech - 68 %
I am working in TCS and its been 30 months now,
I have a active participation in extra curricular activities and sports trough out my school and college.Can you please tell me if I can get a MBA school in asia that can accept that acads. I will be giving GMAT next year.
Thanks
Hi James,
An avg. acads and GPA can certainly be offset by submitting stron application essays and showcasing headship qualities, professional achievements and ability to work wth others during the final interview. As you have an avg. profile therefore I would suggest you to aim for 700+ GMAT score to make a stron candidature. You may visit school website and view class profile to check your eligibility. Few good Asian b-schools are, Nanyang, NUS, AIM-Manila, SMU-Singapore, CEIBS-Shanghai and CUHK. Let me now in case of further queries.
I want to do MBA from foreign....as I don't have much of high qualifications in my resume,,,,can u plz help in sorting out the country and the college..... I have heard that Canada and Singapore is really good in terms of fees and post study working visa..is it so?? What can I do about the scholarships??
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Hi Ravi,
Kindly brief me about your profile like: acads, GPA, work experience, short/long term goals, awards/achievements and GMAT scores to assist you in school selection and profile evaluation.
I wish to do an MBA from India. I tried considering options of CAT over GMAT and decided to take the GMAT in a short span of time. I did come across a lot of colleges that accept GMAT scores and 5 years of experience that included IIMs. Can you please help me with top colleges other than ISB that accept GMAT scores with a work experience of 3 years?
(I can elaborate more on work ex in the application as it is good and relevant to my future career)
I really want to go to colleges like Duke, Tuck , Ross etc. i.e within top 15-30 colleges.
Can Someone tell me that that with this profile can I make it to these colleges? I know they are kind of long shot for me, but one of the seniors (Sowmya) tells here , in her MBA series, that any score above 700, and a good application and interview is all that is needed to make it to top 15 colleges (she made it to Duke). And I am not even targeting top 15 ones, just the top 20-30 ones.