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syr: Senior | Next Rank: 100 Posts; Posts: 38; Joined: Fri Feb 20, 2009 8:45 am; Thanked: 5 times

Need advice ..

by syr » Wed Jul 14, 2010 11:05 am

My profile - Indian/IT-7yrs/Female with a GMAT scrore of 650. And I am planning to apply for b-schools this year.

My target schools are Duke/Cornell/McCombs.

I am not gaining a lot from my current job and have considered leaving my job altogether and solely concentrating on applying for schools and pursue my other interests.

How much of a weightage being in a job carries while applying for B schools ? Also, with my current profile is it advisable to apply for Duke's Early Round ?

Thoughts/ suggestions are welcome.

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Source: Beat The GMAT — Research MBA Programs | Wed Jul 14, 2010 11:05 am

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by Bryant@VeritasPrep » Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:25 am

Good questions. You will actually stand out as a female in that industry, as the Indian IT pool is 99% male. It would actually be better if you were employed when you apply and interview. Being unemployed, while not uncommon in this environment, might raise questions about your motivation for b-school and general drive/ambition. Definitely do the Duke early admit offer if you can get your application done in time--they will give preferrential treatment to you as long as you promise to go there if offered a seat. Hope this helps.

Bryant Michaels
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