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by java_ka_jalwa » Wed Dec 03, 2008 1:32 am
Hello Experts,
Following are the salient features of my profile:

* Undergrad from India -> Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication.

* MS in Electrical Engineering from University of Southern California (GPA 3.52)

* Work Exp - Jun 2007 to present in San Jose, CA as a Software Development Engineer at one of the top Multinational Corporations of the world.

* GMAT score -> 740 (Q - 49 V - 42)

* Intermediate Level certificate in French from Alliance Francaise ( 2004 - 2005), would probably brush up a bit and get some online certification in French.

* Getting good recommendations from workplace is not a problem.




Schools (Not yet finalised):

US -> Haas, Anderson, Kellogg and Marshall

Canada -> Queens University

Europe -> INSEAD, IMD, IESE, ESADE

India -> ISB



I am planning to apply for Fall 2010 or Fall 2011.

I am aware that there are tonnes of other professionals with a similar profile and unfortunately I do not have much to write about on the Extra curricular front either. Hence in the next 12 - 18 months I am planning to participate in some activities outside work to strenghthen that front (better late than never).

I just wanted to know whether I am being overambitious in targetting the schools that I have listed. I would be 27 / 28 yrs old, with a work exp of 3/4 years if I join school in 2010/2011.

Thank you.
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Your Profile and Extracurriculars

by Elite MBA Consultant » Wed Dec 03, 2008 9:46 pm
Hi java_ka_jalwa,

I don’t think your school list is overly ambitious. Additionally, the average MBA student has 3-5 years of professional experience so you would fall into that category after a year or two of additional work experience. Having said that, the critical component for you will be distinguishing yourself from the *many* other candidates with similar engineering backgrounds (and there are a lot of them!). It’s also important that you strongly articulate why an MBA is necessary for you to achieve your professional goals in light of the fact that you have already pursued a Masters degree at USC.

Focusing on building that non-professional dimension over the next year or so will be very important for you. And you are right, it is never too late to improve on that dimension of your candidacy. We encourage our clients to pursue activities about which they are genuinely passionate. Simply showing up at a soup kitchen once a month is not going to be compelling to an admissions committee. They want to know that you are genuinely committed to and passionate about the things you involve yourself in and how that commitment and passion will translate in the bschool environment. Think carefully about how you want to spend your time and find a way to weave your involvement into a coherent story about yourself and your interests.

I hope this helps. Feel free to reach out to us if you have additional questions or if we can be of additional assistance.

Jill
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by java_ka_jalwa » Thu Dec 04, 2008 8:06 pm
Jill, thanks a lot for your evaluation !
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by Jay Allen » Fri Dec 12, 2008 6:58 am
I agree with Jill's advice. The only additional input I would offer is to be careful how many schools to which you apply. Every school needs to be treated with focus. Admissions Officers and tell right away if you have cut and pasted essays from a different school. They look to see that you made personal connections at their school and have done significant research into the program. Finally, they appreciate it when your recommenders write respond to their questions directly.

I've found that most hard working applicants can complete 4 applications very well and then the quality does drop off for any remaining applications.
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