Hello. I'm hoping to get some advice on my decision to pursue an MBA. I am currently researching schools and working through the application process. My profile:
27/Male/Chinese-Canadian, Born Raised in Toronto
GMAT, 690 (Q: 42 (59%), V : 42 (95%) AWA 6.0 (91%)
GPA: (waiting for my transcripts; from memory 70%-75%) Honours Arts, Philosophy
Work Experience Since Undergrad
9 Months, Copywriter @ Internet Marketing Firm
3 Years, English Teacher in Japan
3 Months-Present, Admin Specialist @ Manufacturing Branch of a Large Corporation
Languages
English
Cantonese (conversational)
Japanese (conversational)
Extra Curricular
Member of a Canada wide charitable organization, conduct volunteer work for the Toronto Chapter
Actor in short-films submitted for competition
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N5 94%, N4 83%)
Schools of Interest, Canada
UofT Rotmans
York Shulich
Ryerson Rogers
McGill Desautels
Concordia Molson
UBC Sauder
Everywhere Else (are these realistic?)
HKUST
CEIBS
NUS
I'm aware that I am not a typical MBA applicant. In so far as programs might seek diversity in their classes, I believe this may be one of my strengths.
However in comparing my profile to other MBA applicants I have serious concerns, specifically my (irrelevant?) work experience and my low quant GMAT score. I have an "A" grade in one undergraduate calculus course, but that may be the only other data I have to present my quantitative skills to admissions councils.
Business and general economics fascinate me. I am hoping to develop a career in consulting by leveraging my people skills and international experience. I have not considered any American programs as my intention is to live/work in Canada or Asia - is this a mistake?
Any comments or insights regarding my profile would be greatly appreciated. Happy to answer any questions as well.
Thank you for reading,
JChemlock
27/Male/Chinese-Canadian, Born Raised in Toronto
GMAT, 690 (Q: 42 (59%), V : 42 (95%) AWA 6.0 (91%)
GPA: (waiting for my transcripts; from memory 70%-75%) Honours Arts, Philosophy
Work Experience Since Undergrad
9 Months, Copywriter @ Internet Marketing Firm
3 Years, English Teacher in Japan
3 Months-Present, Admin Specialist @ Manufacturing Branch of a Large Corporation
Languages
English
Cantonese (conversational)
Japanese (conversational)
Extra Curricular
Member of a Canada wide charitable organization, conduct volunteer work for the Toronto Chapter
Actor in short-films submitted for competition
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N5 94%, N4 83%)
Schools of Interest, Canada
UofT Rotmans
York Shulich
Ryerson Rogers
McGill Desautels
Concordia Molson
UBC Sauder
Everywhere Else (are these realistic?)
HKUST
CEIBS
NUS
I'm aware that I am not a typical MBA applicant. In so far as programs might seek diversity in their classes, I believe this may be one of my strengths.
However in comparing my profile to other MBA applicants I have serious concerns, specifically my (irrelevant?) work experience and my low quant GMAT score. I have an "A" grade in one undergraduate calculus course, but that may be the only other data I have to present my quantitative skills to admissions councils.
Business and general economics fascinate me. I am hoping to develop a career in consulting by leveraging my people skills and international experience. I have not considered any American programs as my intention is to live/work in Canada or Asia - is this a mistake?
Any comments or insights regarding my profile would be greatly appreciated. Happy to answer any questions as well.
Thank you for reading,
JChemlock
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