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
Start free 5-day trial
Read 559 reviewsTarget Test Prep

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

Letters of Rec Question

Launched April 26, 2006
Expert replies
Post new topic Post Reply
Previous Topic Next Topic
Junior | Next Rank: 30 Posts
Posts: 17
Joined: Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:03 pm
Thanked: 1 times
GMAT Score:750!
by gammacad » Tue Jun 02, 2009 2:42 pm
Stacey,

I am a current Ivy League grad student in Medical Physics. I recently started a software company, and we are in negotiations with a few major vendors for a medium-to-big (~$2M) acquisition.

Given that I don't really have a current employer, is it OK to have one of my partners (an equal) at my software company write a letter of rec? I will have a former supervisor write one as well.

Could you also give a quick profile eval for Wharton's HCM program, Stanford GSB, and Berkeley's healthcare management program?

Thanks!

- GPA 3.01, Physics, no-name PA state school (worked to pay for school)
- GMAT 750 (Q45, V48, AWA 6.0)
- Former high school physics teacher, worked for a startup, started another software company, facing potential acquisition. Current Ivy League medical physics grad student.
- Local Park & Rec board member, local animal shelter volunteer, pro-bono web design work for charities, leadership positions while teaching
- Provisional patent on software idea
- Interpersonal and presentation skills much better than the average physicist, perhaps due to teaching experience. I write and record music in my free time.
Practice Tests 720, 720, 680 750, 770, 750

Real GMAT 1 - 730 (Q46, V45, AWA 6.0)
Real GMAT 2 - 750 (Q45, V48, AWA 6.0)
Top
Join the discussion
Log in to postLogin with Googleuse password
QUOTE IN REPLY
Source: — Ask Stacy Blackman |

GMAT/MBA Expert

User avatar
MBA Admissions Consultant
Posts: 3845
Joined: Wed Feb 06, 2008 8:57 pmFollowed by: 148 members
Location: Houston, TX
Thanked: 442 times

by Lisa Anderson » Wed Jun 03, 2009 9:45 am
Dear gammacad,

Yes, one of your partners is a great idea for a recommender. Also having a recommendation from a past supervisor is helpful.

Overall, you have a competitive profile for any school. Congratulations on your GMAT, by the way! Since decisions are made on more than a GMAT score, your essays, recommendations, and interviews are critical to the ultimate decision. I think you have some interesting professional experience that should distinguish you from other applicants. 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. Finally, you might want to add 1-2 safety schools to your list--it is always good to have a backup plan.

Best of luck,
Lisa
Lisa Anderson
Consultant
Stacy Blackman Consulting

Learn more about me
Top
Join the discussion
Log in to postLogin with Googleuse password
QUOTE IN REPLY
Junior | Next Rank: 30 Posts
Posts: 17
Joined: Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:03 pm
Thanked: 1 times
GMAT Score:750!

by gammacad » Wed Jun 03, 2009 11:11 am
Thank you, Lisa! That is great motivation to continue reflecting on "what matters most to me."
Practice Tests 720, 720, 680 750, 770, 750

Real GMAT 1 - 730 (Q46, V45, AWA 6.0)
Real GMAT 2 - 750 (Q45, V48, AWA 6.0)
Top
Join the discussion
Log in to postLogin with Googleuse password
QUOTE IN REPLY
Post new topic Post Reply
• Page 1 of 1