BREAKING: Target Test Prep releases Brand New 2026 On Demand GMAT prep course

Redeem

Target Test Prep · GMAT

Choose how you want to prepare

Learn live with an expert or move at your own pace. Every option includes the complete TTP study system.

★★★★★5.0559 reviews
GMATLiveTeach 7 seats left
Chris Peckover
NEXT LIVE COHORT

Oct 13 to Jan 7, 2027

with Chris Peckover

Schedule
Tue, Thu · 8:00 to 10:00 PM ET
Included
40 live hours + 6 months of GMAT OnDemand
  • Live instruction and real-time questions
  • Class recordings and assigned practice
View class & enroll
Limited cohort · enrollment openTarget Test Prep
EALiveTeach 5 seats left
Logan Thompson
EXECUTIVE ASSESSMENT

Sep 6 to Dec 6, 2026

with Logan Thompson

Schedule
Sun · 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM ET
Included
Live EA class + 6 months of EA OnDemand
  • Expert-led weekly online sessions
  • EA Masterclass access between classes
View EA class & enroll
Limited cohort · enrollment openTarget Test Prep
GMATOnDemand Start anytime
SELF-PACED MASTERCLASS

Target Test Prep GMAT OnDemand

Complete access from day one. Study on your schedule.

130-point score guarantee
$0to start then $127/mo
  • Personalized study plan and analytics
  • Thousands of lessons and practice questions

Compare the format, schedule, and included access before enrolling. Prices and seat counts shown reflect the supplied offer details.

Do I have a shot?

Launched April 26, 2006
Expert replies
by kc340361 » Thu Jul 09, 2009 11:46 am
Hi Stacy, Thanks for the advice. Below are my stats and info.

GMAT: 690, little bit better on verbal

Undergrad GPA: 3.9--2nd or 3rd tier school

Double Major: Finance and Economics

Awards: Graduated summa cum laude, recipient of Fulbright Scholarship to country in Asia

Work experience: 1 year studying foreign language in Asia before beginning three year analyst program in NYC. I just finished my analyst program. I've tried to maintain my language skills but it has been a bit difficult, probably fallen from high-advanced level of Mandarin to mid-intermediate level.

Target schools: Sloan, Tepper, Wharton, Stern, Columbia


Concerns: I have strong writing skills, excellent recommendations, but I have little to no non-profit exposure because my NYC finance job as an analyst absorbed a significant portion of my time.

Based upon the above, your thoughts on admission?
Join the discussion
Source: — Ask Stacy Blackman |

by Lisa Anderson » Fri Jul 10, 2009 6:33 pm
Dear kc340361,

Based on the limited information provided, I think you have the foundation for a competitive application to your target schools. However, you are targeting five of the most competitive/selective business schools. As such, your essays, recommendations, and interviews are critical to the ultimate decision. Be sure to convey your successful leadership and teamwork experiences in your essays as well as a solid rationale for getting your MBA in relation to your past experiences and future career goals. It is understandable that you did not have much time to participate in any activities outside of the office as an analyst, but there will be others with similar professional experience who have. Perhaps you could get involved in something now or have been involved with other activities than nonprofits? While I don't think a lack of extracurriculars will result in an automatic rejection, you should be aware that you might be asked about that in your interviews.

Best of luck,
Lisa
Lisa Anderson
Consultant
Stacy Blackman Consulting

Learn more about me
Join the discussion