Requesting profile evaluation

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Requesting profile evaluation

by p237.iitb » Sun May 29, 2011 5:29 am
Hi,
I would request your help in evaluating my profile and identifying the schools that I could target. My profile is as follows:

Undergrad: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay
CPI: 7.27/10
GMAT: 720
Extra Currics: Was extensively into dramatics in IIT, held positions in the hostel council, passed out as the General Secretary of my hostel, won various awards and recognitions for my cultural and organisational work over 4 years in IIT.
International Exposure: Did my internship (2.5 months duration) in Sweden. Interacted with teams in Singapore, Japan and Indonesia for business development for international donor agency projects.
Work Ex: Would be more than 4 years for the class of September, 2012. All this while I have been involved into advisory services for various industries in climate change and sustainability services especially carbon credits, corporate sustainability reporting, carbon footprinting, business development towards International Donor Agency projects etc.
Post MBA Goals: I want to get into general management and business strategy. I believe world now needs business leaders who can incorporate sustainability into their core business strategy and make business sense for a sustainable future.
I have shortlisted a few schools and would love to have your comments on the same and any further additions that you may suggest. The schools are - ISB, Kellogg, Booth, Yale, INSEAD, NUS.

Thanks a lot !!
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by Stacey Oyler » Tue May 31, 2011 2:25 pm
Hi,

Thanks for your post. You have a solid profile given the information you've shared. Your academics, work experience and post MBA goals are all on par with what the programs on your list are looking for. The key for your success will be in differentiating yourself in the applicant pool. Often the best way to do this is to highlight activities and interests that take place outside of the office. While you mention a fair amount of extracurricular activities during undergrad, you don't mention any in the present. Finding activities to get involved with outside of the office will not only help you stand out in the applicant pool, but it could also add to your leadership and teamwork abilities.

In regard to the schools on your list, you may wish to consider adding a couple of other solid US programs such as Darden and Duke. This schools are great for general management skills and they may be just what you need to round out your list.

Regards,

Stacey
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