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Profile Evaluation: Wharton, MIT

by aj77993 » Thu Dec 17, 2015 3:09 pm
Hi,

I am interested in applying to business school next year (so class of 2017) and would like an evaluation. Here's my profile:

Indian, Male, 25

Education: BA, Mathematics (concentration in Computer Science) and Economics, GPA 3.12

GMAT: 760

Experience (3.5 years as of this post):
1 year at The Hartford in a Technology Leadership Development Program (left early because it was not my speed - I was not passionate about the work)
2 years: Data Scientist at a tech startup focused on advertising technology
current: Director of Operations at same firm (promotion) - company has grown from 7 to 37 people in my time here

Extra-curriculars (I think this is a definite weakness):
Bloomberg Beta VC Program - accepted as a "founding father" as one of the top candidates most likely to start their own company
Recruitment Captain for Interfraternity Council in college (low commitment)
Philanthropy Chair for fraternity in college (low commitment)

Any insight on my chances to Wharton, MIT and other top schools would be great!
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by 99Colleges: MBA Admission » Fri Dec 25, 2015 4:13 am
Hi aj77993,

You've a realistic shot at top schools including Wharton and MIT. Even though somewhat less on GPA, your academic profile (with 760 in GMAT) is right up there. And your professional background - not so common among B-school applicants, no doubt, lends diversity to any B-school's class, something that is important to most schools.

Since you still have time on your side, there is no harm in making your profile more interesting by taking up one serious extracurricular activity. Second, MBA programs look for instances of leadership (need not flow from a formal role), career progression (you seem to be fine here), and other managerial qualities (such as collaboration and communication skills). This is far more important than extracurricular activities; and, if you see yourself under-par here, you can consciously work on these areas in the time you have.
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