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Hi Experts

Let me start with a bouquet of thanks to all of you for being a guiding light for candidates like me. I would be greatful if you can let me know your views on my profile.

Profile Information:
Age: 31 (I know a tad high:) )
Nationality: Indian
GMAT: 730 (Q50/V40/AWA 5.5)
Education: Bachelor of Technology in 2003
Institute: Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University - A premier Grade Institute in India, part of IIT clan.
Work Experience:

• A total of 8 Years of experience into IT solutions with some of the best brand names (Computer Sciences corporation, Infosys)
  3 Years as a project leader
  1 Year (Total) of International experience in 3 countries: US, UK, Germany

Constraints:

• 1 Year MBA only
  Scholarship/Financial assistance if possible

Target Schools:

• ISB Hyderabad
  London Business School
  Insead
  University of Oxford: Saïd
  HEC Paris

Your views are much appreciated. Thanks in advance

No one for my rescue . Please advice

Hello,

Your credentials are solid, but unfortunately not unique. As I am sure you are aware, there are many thousands of seasoned, talented technical people out of South Asia applying to top business schools every year - many more than those schools can accept. Your need for scholarship money and your desire for a one-year program will also limit your opportunities.

You look to be capable of handling the work and benefiting from the programs you cite. You will need to build a strong, persuasive story and include outstanding references to break through the clutter. If you are determined to go next year, you may want to expand your list to include a few "safety schools".

Good luck,

Thanks a ton for your advice. I'll definitely keep that in mind.

Tani Wolff - Kaplan wrote:Hello,

Your credentials are solid, but unfortunately not unique. As I am sure you are aware, there are many thousands of seasoned, talented technical people out of South Asia applying to top business schools every year - many more than those schools can accept. Your need for scholarship money and your desire for a one-year program will also limit your opportunities.

You look to be capable of handling the work and benefiting from the programs you cite. You will need to build a strong, persuasive story and include outstanding references to break through the clutter. If you are determined to go next year, you may want to expand your list to include a few "safety schools".

Good luck,