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osamakhan: Junior | Next Rank: 30 Posts; Posts: 28; Joined: Tue Jun 10, 2008 8:51 pm

by osamakhan » Sun Jun 29, 2008 3:28 pm

Hi,

Here is my profile:

1. MS Computer Engineering - Univ. of Houston : 3.02 GPA
2 5 Years Working Experience as Statistical Data Analyst which includes my current job exp. of 3 Years as Sr. Marketing Data Analyst at National Geographic TV Channel and Magazine.
3. I am aiming for a GMAT Score of around 650+ (Aug. 1st- test date)
4. Looking for a Part time MBA programs at : Georgetown Univ. / Virginia Tech. / Univ. of Maryland

What is your assessment.

Thanks,
Osama Khan

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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 » Mon Jun 30, 2008 9:07 am

Dear Osama,

Your GPA and work experience appear to be on target for those part-time programs. I would expect you need to score at least a 650, possibly higher, to be a competitive applicant. Of course, you will need to put together a strong overall package (essays, resume, interview, etc). I would also encourage you to visit the campuses and befriend the folks in the admissions office.

Good luck,
Lisa

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osamakhan: Junior | Next Rank: 30 Posts; Posts: 28; Joined: Tue Jun 10, 2008 8:51 pm

by osamakhan » Mon Jun 30, 2008 12:02 pm

Lisa,

Thanks for your input. If i got a good gmat 700+, i would go for Georgetown. I would be able to get strong recommendations from VP of my Dept. and Manager so it would all comes down. Usually two recommendations are enough but is it better to get 2nd recommendation letter from you professor? or two LOR from your employer would be sufficient?

Thanks again.

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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 » Tue Jul 01, 2008 7:31 am

Dear Osama,

Schools prefer recommendations from the professional environment, so two from your current employer will be great.

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Lisa

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