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I agree with the responses here, and had a good laugh at Jim's "4 hours of agony" quip! If you decline the score, it will show on the school GMAT report as a declined score. That won't be held against you in any way, unless you are repeatedly taking the exam and declining the score. That w...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:43 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: HELP! GMAT Dillema
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1949
Use this calculator on this web site: http://www.wes.org/students/igpacalc.asp WES is World Education Services, and they have a comprehensive calculator that enables you to calculate your transcript to the US 4.0 scale. Prior to becoming an MBA admissions consultant, I was the Director of MBA Admiss...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:34 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: How to convert Indian Percentage score into GPA
- Replies: 4
- Views: 11351
I like the idea of using the leader of a NGO as a business leader you admire. I would speculate that this would be a slight deviation from the typical essay responses the committee will read, and thus will can help your application stand out in a positive way. It's also an excellent choice from the ...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:29 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: Business leader I admire: Question
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3973
I strongly recommend that you contact the school directly to ask this question. You may also be able to find the information in an FAQ section of the school's web site. Prior to becoming an MBA Admissions Consultant, I was the Director of MBA Admissions. I measured the work experience "as of&qu...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:24 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: when shall an applicant apply?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1303
Beware the Urban Legends of MBA Admissions!
True of False? 1. You increase your chances of admission to an MBA program if you get a famous person to write your letter of recommendation. 2. Being admitted from the waitlist means that you’re a “second-class� student. 3. If you are 29, you’re too old to get an MBA. 4. Don’t let an MBA...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Mon Jun 10, 2013 10:19 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: Beware the Urban Legends of MBA Admissions!
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1033
Weak GMAT Score? What TO Say, and What NOT To Say to AdCom!
During my 15 years as a Director of MBA Admissions , I interviewed thousands of MBA candidates, and met with countless prospective students. Often, I wished I could give advice to candidates who made a misstep in the process, but it simply was not appropriate for me to do so from my position as a de...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu Jun 06, 2013 4:41 pm- Forum: GMAT Strategy
- Topic: Weak GMAT Score? What TO Say, and What NOT To Say to AdCom!
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1176
Congratulations! You've worked hard to achieve your goal!
Thanks for sharing your excellent advice on the forum!
Wendy
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 10:55 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: Admitted to Wharton for Class of 2015
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5156
Hi Niceman - I'm curious if you've made your decision yet. I'd like to share my perspective if you haven't yet made the decision. Prior to becoming an MBA Admissions Consultant, I was the Director of MBA Admissions at Texas A&M, and the University of Texas was one of my toughest competitors. I a...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 8:03 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: Decide: Based on fees factor
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4036
Congratulations on your admission to Sloan! It's great to hear of your success, and your willingness to offer help to others!
I hope you'll return to the forums once you are a student in the program and share your student perspective with others here! That would be very valuable!
Wendy
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 7:56 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: Admitted to MIT Sloan! Happy to help!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 6803
Congratulations on your admissions offers! You have two great choices, and you'll no doubt be successful with either choice. I can't provide this level of detail you need to answer your question, but I can tell you how to very effectively get this information. Now that you are an admitted student, t...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 7:51 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: Cass vs Olin-Urgent
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3309
Hi Neha -
Congratulations on your admission to Kellogg! It's great that you are offering your help to others!
I hope you'll remain active in the forums after you are a student. I'm certain your insights will be very helpful to others!
Wendy
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 7:46 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: Admitted to Kellogg. Happy to help now
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5635
I recommend that you contact the school where you have admission and ask if you can have an extension because you are waiting to hear from another school. Then, contact UT-Houston to ask when you can expect to hear a decision. My experience with them is that they won't speed up the decision, but you...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 7:32 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: Go Ahead and Accept at Backup School as you Wait for #1?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3769
Hi Logan - Great discussion here. I'm glad to hear that you're planning for the future. I agree with Jon and Bhavik that this year is too soon to pursue applications to MBA programs. My observation of the recruiting process for MBA programs is that it is moving from an 12 month process to a 18-24 mo...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 7:25 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Profile Evaluation
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1395
Hi TRC - Fascinating discussion here. It's so enjoyable to talk about the different options available to you. Bhavik and Jon have given you great information here. I'd like to add to the dialogue. I would go with option 1, applying in September in R1 to previous schools and broadening your list to i...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Thu May 02, 2013 6:52 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Profile Positioning
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1490
Bhavik and Mary Pat have given great advice here relative to strengthening your quantitative profile in the application process. I'd like to add a few additional thoughts. Taking courses to improve your quantitative skills set may benefit you in the application process. However, it will likely provi...
- by MBAAdmissionsCoach
Wed May 01, 2013 8:57 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: MBA Math?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 17055