Hi there,
I have a question regarding applications - I've seen a number of posts on here from applicants who have concerns with a low undergrad GPA, or a low GMAT score, and how that'll affect their applications. But I haven't seen much of the flip side - that is, someone with a relatively strong GMAT, strong GPA, strong undergrad extracurriculars, but fairly mediocre-to-average work experience.
Let's say, for example, an applicant with 4 years of work experience (split 2 yrs each at 2 different jobs), but no actual progression because the transition from the first job to the second job was a lateral move. Thus, no managerial/leadership responsibilities due to lack of progression into more senior roles. Also, the type of work was fairly junior level duties at both jobs. Obviously this will affect the letters of recommendation as well, since not a whole lot can be said about the applicant's work or leadership role.
How does one mitigate such concerns regarding work experience? And concerns regarding mediocre recommendations?
I have a question regarding applications - I've seen a number of posts on here from applicants who have concerns with a low undergrad GPA, or a low GMAT score, and how that'll affect their applications. But I haven't seen much of the flip side - that is, someone with a relatively strong GMAT, strong GPA, strong undergrad extracurriculars, but fairly mediocre-to-average work experience.
Let's say, for example, an applicant with 4 years of work experience (split 2 yrs each at 2 different jobs), but no actual progression because the transition from the first job to the second job was a lateral move. Thus, no managerial/leadership responsibilities due to lack of progression into more senior roles. Also, the type of work was fairly junior level duties at both jobs. Obviously this will affect the letters of recommendation as well, since not a whole lot can be said about the applicant's work or leadership role.
How does one mitigate such concerns regarding work experience? And concerns regarding mediocre recommendations?
