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MH123 wrote:Hi goISB

I'm a Chartered Accountant with 7 yrs exp incl of 3 yr full time internship. i have above average academic credentials and strong EC. I am working in a mid-sized CA firm. I'm in a strong leadership position - leading teams of 4-8 and managing professional assignments for the firm. However, my firm isnt a "brand" or a famous organisation. Need your view on the 'absence of a brand' employer upon my chances of getting into ISB. How can i mitigate this handicap?

thanks in anticipation
regards
M

sammy_910 wrote:Hi,

I am an MBA class 2015 aspirant in ISB,INSEAD,NUS among others.
My profile is as follows :

Xth - 92%
XII - 89%
Btech in Electronics and Engineering(CET bbsr) - CGPA - 8.9

I would have 6 years 2 months experience in IT Consulting for Retail and Manufacturing clients.I am aiming for a high GMAT score (around 720+).
I have a year of international work experience and have led teams in delivery projects.

Extra Curriculars :
1.Active Blogger
2.One of the founders of a group "Only Humans" which caters to needs to children and women
3.Part of Green committee which raises awareness on sustainable living
4.Have many articles and poems published in magazines
5.Trained classical singer

I am highly interested in Retail/FMCG strategy and marketing in emerging economies.

What would be my chances of an ISB call?Any feedback would be great.

Thanks,
Sampurna

sammy_910 wrote:Hi,

I am an MBA class 2015 aspirant in ISB,INSEAD,NUS among others.
My profile is as follows :

Xth - 92%
XII - 89%
Btech in Electronics and Engineering(CET bbsr) - CGPA - 8.9

I would have 6 years 2 months experience in IT Consulting for Retail and Manufacturing clients.I am aiming for a high GMAT score (around 720+).
I have a year of international work experience and have led teams in delivery projects.

Extra Curriculars :
1.Active Blogger
2.One of the founders of a group "Only Humans" which caters to needs to children and women
3.Part of Green committee which raises awareness on sustainable living
4.Have many articles and poems published in magazines
5.Trained classical singer

I am highly interested in Retail/FMCG strategy and marketing in emerging economies.

What would be my chances of an ISB call?Any feedback would be great.

Thanks,
Sampurna

ygdrasil24 wrote:Hello,
Can you evaluate my profile.

Academics :
Xth - 81.6
XIIth - 79.4
Mechanical Engineer - 73% (Top 5)

Professional Exp:
Infosys - 2.8 years
Family Managed Business - 3.2+

Academics Accomplishments:
1. Certficate & Medal during engineering for amongst branch toppers.
2. A number of certificates in Olympiads (merit only)
3. 60 Days certificate course in CAD

GMAT - Targeting 700+ ( not appeared yet)

Professional Accomplishments:
1. Rewarded for quality in deliverables from client(US)
2. A number of appreciations from my clientele ( ongoing stint)

Extra Curricular:
1. Gold Medal for staying first in District Level Competition in Science Model( XIth)- School Level
2. Second Prize in Paper Presenation on Six Sigma Quality Standards (by registered engineering forum)- College Level
3. First Prize in Group Singing - College
4. Was a key role player in college music band (plays guitar)
5. Second prize in extempore competition held during college Golden Years Celebration
6. Boys Cultural Captain during College
7. Won Second prize in Badminton Doubles during College Sports fest.
8. Represented College in Cricket Team in Inter College Fest at IIT, BHU.
9. Overall active participation in cultural,literary and student management activities.
10. Was member of Infosys Music Band (plays guitar)
11. Was amongst top 3 finalist in cooking competition held in Infosys
12. Was member of ToastMasters International Club in Infosys.

Others:
Photography, Music, Cooking,

Social:
Was member of Akanksha (Helping needy children) group in Infosys, took part in number of such activities.
- a follower and contributor of worldvision soceity.

Many Thanks in advance,
Abhinav

ygdrasil24 wrote:Hello,
Can you evaluate my profile.

Academics :
Xth - 81.6
XIIth - 79.4
Mechanical Engineer - 73% (Top 5)

Professional Exp:
Infosys - 2.8 years
Family Managed Business - 3.2+

Academics Accomplishments:
1. Certficate & Medal during engineering for amongst branch toppers.
2. A number of certificates in Olympiads (merit only)
3. 60 Days certificate course in CAD

GMAT - Targeting 700+ ( not appeared yet)

Professional Accomplishments:
1. Rewarded for quality in deliverables from client(US)
2. A number of appreciations from my clientele ( ongoing stint)

Extra Curricular:
1. Gold Medal for staying first in District Level Competition in Science Model( XIth)- School Level
2. Second Prize in Paper Presenation on Six Sigma Quality Standards (by registered engineering forum)- College Level
3. First Prize in Group Singing - College
4. Was a key role player in college music band (plays guitar)
5. Second prize in extempore competition held during college Golden Years Celebration
6. Boys Cultural Captain during College
7. Won Second prize in Badminton Doubles during College Sports fest.
8. Represented College in Cricket Team in Inter College Fest at IIT, BHU.
9. Overall active participation in cultural,literary and student management activities.
10. Was member of Infosys Music Band (plays guitar)
11. Was amongst top 3 finalist in cooking competition held in Infosys
12. Was member of ToastMasters International Club in Infosys.

Others:
Photography, Music, Cooking,

Social:
Was member of Akanksha (Helping needy children) group in Infosys, took part in number of such activities.
- a follower and contributor of worldvision soceity.

Many Thanks in advance,
Abhinav

meera_sen30 wrote:Hi,

Could you kindly evaluate my profile -

Class X - 75%
Class XI - 68%
B.sc (Economics Honours) - 57%
M.sc (Applied Economics) - 70%

Cleared CFA level 1

Targeting a GMAT score of 720 - 750

I have 5.5 years of work experience -

1) Worked for a hedge fund for 4 years with a role involved in fund accounting and hedge fund strategy migration.
2) Worked as an equity research analyst(doing qualitative & quantitative research on US equities) for 1 year.
3) Currently in an Investment Bank in a product control role.

Extra curricular activities -

1) Handicraft making
2) Trained in classical dance
3) Organized various events at college
4) Involved with various activities at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashram

Could you please suggest how I can improve my profile if needed?

Regards,
Meera

AskgoISB wrote:

ygdrasil24 wrote:Hello,
Can you evaluate my profile.

Academics :
Xth - 81.6
XIIth - 79.4
Mechanical Engineer - 73% (Top 5)

Professional Exp:
Infosys - 2.8 years
Family Managed Business - 3.2+

Academics Accomplishments:
1. Certficate & Medal during engineering for amongst branch toppers.
2. A number of certificates in Olympiads (merit only)
3. 60 Days certificate course in CAD

GMAT - Targeting 700+ ( not appeared yet)

Professional Accomplishments:
1. Rewarded for quality in deliverables from client(US)
2. A number of appreciations from my clientele ( ongoing stint)

Extra Curricular:
1. Gold Medal for staying first in District Level Competition in Science Model( XIth)- School Level
2. Second Prize in Paper Presenation on Six Sigma Quality Standards (by registered engineering forum)- College Level
3. First Prize in Group Singing - College
4. Was a key role player in college music band (plays guitar)
5. Second prize in extempore competition held during college Golden Years Celebration
6. Boys Cultural Captain during College
7. Won Second prize in Badminton Doubles during College Sports fest.
8. Represented College in Cricket Team in Inter College Fest at IIT, BHU.
9. Overall active participation in cultural,literary and student management activities.
10. Was member of Infosys Music Band (plays guitar)
11. Was amongst top 3 finalist in cooking competition held in Infosys
12. Was member of ToastMasters International Club in Infosys.

Others:
Photography, Music, Cooking,

Social:
Was member of Akanksha (Helping needy children) group in Infosys, took part in number of such activities.
- a follower and contributor of worldvision soceity.

Many Thanks in advance,
Abhinav

Hi Abhinav,

Are you currently in Infosys or your family business?
>> Family Business

What are your post MBA goals?
>> I wish to grow my business further.
goISB Team