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Profile Evaluation for College Seniors

by mriiidula » Fri Sep 16, 2011 12:59 am
Hello,

I'm a college senior, and targeting the following programs:
HBS 2+2, IESE Young Talent Program, Yale Silver Scholar Program.

Personal Details: 21/Female/Residing in Malaysia, Indian Nationality.
Undergrad: University of Nottingham, Malaysia (with a year abroad in UK).
Course: BEng Electronic and Computer Engineering, 3 year course.
GPA: We don't have one, second year average is 76% which is in the top 10%.

Extracurriculars: PLENTY. Sports, Volunteering, Fundraising, Society Clubs.
Languages: English/Tamil/Hindi/German/French (the last two very basic).

Internships:
4 weeks at Deloitte (IT Consulting) in Malaysia.
12 weeks at PSI Metals GmbH (Process Consulting) in Germany.

Problems:
First and second year modules were compulsory, and there are some modules which I did not do well in. How can I explain this? Lack of interest in subject? Lack of effort?
I'm giving my GMAT exam in one month's time, however, not too confident of getting 700+.

Please let me know if I stand a decent chance at getting into the programs I've listed above. Thank you!
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by Lisa Anderson » Mon Sep 19, 2011 10:35 am
Dear mriiidula,

It is tough to say in your case based on the limited information posted. However, most successful applicants to these programs are high academic achievers with demonstrated leadership. If you feel your ultimate GMAT score and GPA will be viewed as high academic achievement, and can show evidence of successful leadership in extracurricular activities and teamwork, then you will have a chance at these programs. Being in the top 10% might be strong, but you will need to look at your academic history in totality to determine if you feel it is high achievement, factoring in all modules. Likewise, a GMAT score needs to be competitive for these programs, so close to or above the average puts you in the best position.

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