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Hi Stacy/Amy,

Would you please be able to provide some insight on my admissions chances?

I had a 2.8 undergrad GPA in Computer Science from a State school, currently I am taking courses in Management/Finance from Harvard Extension School with a current GPA of 3.6 to build an alternate Transcript.

I have been consistently scoring between 715- 750 on GMAT practice exams

I have 3 years of relative work experience as an Business consultant in a Fortune 500 Company, and presently I lead a team of 6 Business Analysts.

I've been part of a few volunteer groups focusing on India, I lead a community Program where we teach kids and help them Succede academically and socially in my community.

I also involved in with a start up for the Last 2 years and manage an Investment Club where I run a model portfolio to teach young kids the importance of managing money Financial Independece and at the same time we use some of the strategies from this portfolio to manage our funds as well.

Will have great recommendations.

I plan to apply next year for Fall 2009, Since I already have consulting experience, after my MBA I plan to take the next step and join as an Associate in a top Management and Strategy Consulting Firm or join Investment banks as an Associate.

Although I am of Indian Origin and hold a CS degree all my Work Experience is in Business Development area.

What are my ballpark chances at schools such as Chicago GSB / TUCK/ MIT SLOAN / YALE and would you recommend any other schools.


TUCK being my first choice.

Thanks,

Hi pavan79,

From what you have said in your profile, and assuming you do well on the GMAT, I think your chances are strong.

Specifically, I am impressed by your management experience, I think your work background fits well, and I particularly like your proactive volunteer work. The undergrad academics are an issue, but addressing them with an alternate transcript and performing well on the GMAT are precisely the right ways to handle that weakness.

Good luck!

Amy

Thanks Amy,

If I wanted to use your services for Tuck and I plan to apply in R2 next year for 2009, when is it ideal to start working together?

Pavan

Hi Pavan,

We start working with clients at any stage, anywhere between a month to a year prior.

I'd suggest contacting the company through the Stacy Blackman website (https://www.stacyblackman.com) and someone will call you to discuss your situation.

Good luck!

Amy