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Profile Evaluation Please

by presarc » Tue Mar 08, 2011 7:16 am
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile evaluation. I'm trying to get a read on what my chances are at getting into my one and only school/program I'm interested in: University of Michigan - Ross School of Business (Weekend MBA Program).

Age: 24

Race: Caucasian (USA)

GMAT - Currently studying for the GMAT, took the first GMAT Prep test with no preparation (for reference) and got a 570. Expecting to get in the 680-720 range after 6 months of studying.

Undergrad GPA - 3.60 - Cum Laude in Human Resource Management from Oakland University (Regional school in Southeast Michigan)

Internship experience: Hired as an intern in college as an HR Assistant, promoted to HR Generalist during last semester of senior year (120 employee company)

Full time experience: Worked ~5 years in corporate retail with progressive responsibility increases (up to Assistant Manager). Post-graduate (currently employed here) experience is 1+ year at Fortune 10 tech company working in Supply Chain.

Accomplishments/Leadership: History of results/promotions. Currently in leadership training program and on path toward leadership with current employer, realistically looking at a leadership role in 2012.

Extracurricular and random information: Owned a website business (tiny, just me), avid musician and music artist, have lived in 5 states, created tech-related training/tutorials for co-workers and public, currently in the process of publishing a novel.

I'm wondering what my chances are at getting into this Michigan-Ross Weekend program in the next 1-2 years. What can I do to bolster my resume? Let's assume I get a 700 on the GMAT. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated -- thanks!
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by Tani » Tue Mar 08, 2011 2:41 pm
From what I see on their websites, acceptance rates for this program are very high. While you work experience is slightly less than their average, if you can show real progress and job-acquired skills that should not be a problem. Your GPA is great. If you can really get into the 700 area with a GMAT you should be in excellent shape. Your GMAT will be of particular importance because your GPA is from a school that is less well known, although being in-state undoubtedly helps. COnsider the strongest prep course that you can afford.

Keep in mind, your essays will have to be sparkling and show clear evidence both of your abilities and your commitment to the school. If those and your references all fall in line your chances are very good.

Good luck,
Tani Wolff

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by presarc » Tue Mar 08, 2011 4:27 pm
Thanks so much for the quick reply! That is promising to hear!