Profile Evaluation - GMAT 730.

Expert replies

brain_filth: Newbie | Next Rank: 10 Posts; Posts: 6; Joined: Mon Oct 05, 2009 7:26 am; Thanked: 1 times; GMAT Score:730

by brain_filth » Thu Oct 29, 2009 11:52 am

Hi Stacy,

Thanks for the really cumbersome and helpful work you are doing on the forums. The attention to detail you are giving every profile is very impressive

I plan to apply for an MBA specializing in Finance. This is a short summary of my profile followed by a wishlist of schools. Would be grateful if you could summarize the possible negative points that would bar me from being a strongly competitive candidate. Thanks again for your time.

GMAT: 730

3 yrs work experience at 2 top-tier investment banks (Interbank Forex Middle Office)

CFA Level 2 candidate June 2010.

Undergrad GPA : 4.0 (BBA Finance Mumbai University)
(only 15 years of education. I am estimating 4.0 as i have the highest grade conferred by the university i.e. First Class with Distinction)

Extracurriculars - Headed the events committee while in college. Won competitions for guitar instrumental and vocal and debates. Have learnt 2D and 3D graphics and animation as a hobby. Formerly a Rotaract member.

Community Activities - None documented but there are a few informally done activities which I could probably mention on the essays?

Wishlist:
NYU Stern
ISB
Columbia
Stanford

Should I be considering any other schools which might be strongly suited to my profile?

Thanks,
Vik

Source: Beat The GMAT — Ask Stacy Blackman | Thu Oct 29, 2009 11:52 am

GMAT/MBA Expert

Lisa Anderson: 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 » Fri Oct 30, 2009 10:51 am

Dear Vik,

I think you have a competitive profile for any school; it is simply a matter of making yourself stand out from similar applicants and presenting a compelling case for your admission. One thing I do want to note is regarding your degree. Many schools will not view it as equivalent to a US 4-yr degree and thus you would be ineligible to apply. Be sure to verify with any schools you are targeting that you meet the education requirements.

I don't see any huge weaknesses in your profile based on your post. However, you do appear to be light on the extracurriculars/community activities. Perhaps you have some that you did not note? or you have some other interesting personal experiences you can write about to set you apart?

Finally, I would suggest identifying 1-2 schools as backup plans as your target list is all top tier programs.

Good luck,
Lisa

Lisa Anderson
Consultant
Stacy Blackman Consulting

Learn more about me

brain_filth: Newbie | Next Rank: 10 Posts; Posts: 6; Joined: Mon Oct 05, 2009 7:26 am; Thanked: 1 times; GMAT Score:730

by brain_filth » Fri Oct 30, 2009 2:41 pm

Will keep that in mind. thanks lisa.

GMAT Course Reviews

563 reviews

1168 reviews

431 reviews

359 reviews

147 reviews

5/5

5 Star (563 Reviews)

"Target Test Prep is the closest to the official version of the GMAT exam, about 99% accuracy in terms of the quality and quantity of information. The course has excellently created singular sets of focused lessons and tests for every possible topic that one could come across in the official GMAT exam."

"The TTP course maximizes the efficiency of the time you spend studying. It will take time and effort but I could almost guarantee that if you complete the course exactly as it is laid out you will get an amazing score. They also have a very responsive team willing to help with any questions you might have."

"TTP has two things that I think no other test prep company offers: A teaching approach that reinforces understanding and an attitude that will give you the mental preparedness needed to succeed on the test. TTP gives you a deep understanding of the concept you need to know while teaching you how to think."

Write a Review