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Eliot wrote:Hello Shantanu,

Thank you for your post!

One thing you will want to consider in choosing a one-year MBA over a two-year MBA program is the lack of a summer internship. These can be immensely beneficial in forging contacts and relationships with your potential post-MBA employers. So, in terms of improving your candidacy, you will need a richer, more detailed plan for your goals; MBA programs will be concerned about post-MBA job placement stats, so the greater sense of security and certainty you can convey, the better.
Also, given that you already have experience in marketing, you will need to hammer out a richer 'why MBA' case; you mention an MBA specialization, but I did not see specific tracks/skills. Given your long-term interest in entrepreneurship, you may also consider related educational benefits. In considering other programs, you should determine where you want to end up after graduation. Most MBA applicants settle in the given region/city of their selected programs.

In regards to your profile, I would be concerned about your academic record. You may need to write an optional essay, depending on the details of your course performances (e.g. "C" or less in quantitative courses). It looks like you have high hopes for the GMAT-good luck! I high score would certainly strengthen your candidacy.

While many MBA applicants come from an engineering background, you would stand out in the admissions pool for your marketing focus. Direct client interaction is also worth emphasizing, as it will offset the stereotype that engineers lack interpersonal skills and client management experience. What I would like to see in your work experience is a sense of your quantified impact-this will give the adcom a basis for comparison. Founding and running a coaching institute should also help you stand out and the long-term reconnection to it creates a nice thread through your application. The adcom, however, may wonder how you would keep this running during your year in the MBA program. Keep in mind that they will also be looking for your more casual interests and other ways you have been involved in the community.

If you would like to discuss your candidacy or school options further, please contact us for a free consultation: https://www.clearadmit.com/services/free-consultation/

Eliot wrote:Hello Shantanu,

Thank you for your post!

One thing you will want to consider in choosing a one-year MBA over a two-year MBA program is the lack of a summer internship. These can be immensely beneficial in forging contacts and relationships with your potential post-MBA employers. So, in terms of improving your candidacy, you will need a richer, more detailed plan for your goals; MBA programs will be concerned about post-MBA job placement stats, so the greater sense of security and certainty you can convey, the better.
Also, given that you already have experience in marketing, you will need to hammer out a richer 'why MBA' case; you mention an MBA specialization, but I did not see specific tracks/skills. Given your long-term interest in entrepreneurship, you may also consider related educational benefits. In considering other programs, you should determine where you want to end up after graduation. Most MBA applicants settle in the given region/city of their selected programs.

In regards to your profile, I would be concerned about your academic record. You may need to write an optional essay, depending on the details of your course performances (e.g. "C" or less in quantitative courses). It looks like you have high hopes for the GMAT-good luck! I high score would certainly strengthen your candidacy.

While many MBA applicants come from an engineering background, you would stand out in the admissions pool for your marketing focus. Direct client interaction is also worth emphasizing, as it will offset the stereotype that engineers lack interpersonal skills and client management experience. What I would like to see in your work experience is a sense of your quantified impact-this will give the adcom a basis for comparison. Founding and running a coaching institute should also help you stand out and the long-term reconnection to it creates a nice thread through your application. The adcom, however, may wonder how you would keep this running during your year in the MBA program. Keep in mind that they will also be looking for your more casual interests and other ways you have been involved in the community.

If you would like to discuss your candidacy or school options further, please contact us for a free consultation: https://www.clearadmit.com/services/free-consultation/