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680 in GMAT, 3.5 WE with Big 4&Unique Profile Need guida Post Mon Dec 26, 2011 7:34 am
Hi,

I have given my GMAT today and got 680 (49Q,33V). However I have attained mastery level(90%) in TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication).

I am working with Big 4 as a Senior Tax Analyst for last 3.5 years. I have graduated in taxation and commerce with a GPA of 3.8 and I had aggressive career growth. I work for Las Vegas practice and majority of my clients include Casinos and Oil & Energy Industries. I worked in the environment of versatile cultural diversity. I have handful of community and extra-curricular activities which include different leadership roles. I write quotes and poems as well.

My key questions to be answered are:

1) I am willing to apply for IESE this year. Will my profile be considered unique and standout?

2) Can my weak percentile in Verbal(64%) be compensated with that of my high score in TOEIC?

Your help in this regard is deeply appreciated.

Thanks,
Sai

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Post Wed Jan 11, 2012 12:53 pm
Hi,

You will be best off taking the GMAT again and trying to score a 700 at least. Although that is only a difference of 20 points, it can make a world of difference in terms of admissions to top schools. A 680 can still keep you in shooting range, though. What you will want to do is to make sure that your rec writers attest to your strong analytical skills and your strong communication skills. Your undergrad major and career already indicate you can handle quantitative matters, as does your GMAT quant score. The bigger concern will likely be your communication abilities, and yes, to that end, your TOEIC score will help.

As for standing out, your long-term goal will be important. Candidates who come from tax backgrounds face the challenge of making sure they communicate through their MBA admissions essays that they can contribute more than just a narrow range of information in class. It is important you communicate that through your essay content, and if you can additionally make your LT goal look very attractive, that is all the better!

Good luck in the admissions process!

Best wishes,
Shelly Watts
MBA Admit.com
http://www.mbaadmit.com
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saimrudosh wrote:
Hi,

I have given my GMAT today and got 680 (49Q,33V). However I have attained mastery level(90%) in TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication).

I am working with Big 4 as a Senior Tax Analyst for last 3.5 years. I have graduated in taxation and commerce with a GPA of 3.8 and I had aggressive career growth. I work for Las Vegas practice and majority of my clients include Casinos and Oil & Energy Industries. I worked in the environment of versatile cultural diversity. I have handful of community and extra-curricular activities which include different leadership roles. I write quotes and poems as well.

My key questions to be answered are:

1) I am willing to apply for IESE this year. Will my profile be considered unique and standout?

2) Can my weak percentile in Verbal(64%) be compensated with that of my high score in TOEIC?

Your help in this regard is deeply appreciated.

Thanks,
Sai

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