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Profile Evaluation Please

by dvrsrikar » Sun Dec 06, 2009 6:11 am
Dear Stacy/Lisa,

Greetings!!
This is Srikar from India...I would like to know how competitive my profile is?

GMAT: 750 (Q:50 V:49) AWA 4.0
Nationality: Indian
Work experience: 7 years (fall 2011)
Undergrad: Bachelor of Sciences-Mathematics Major (3yr course)
GPA: 2.9 (Scale 1.0 - 4.0) (I am aware that it is really low!!) ;(
Industry: Education Sector
Job Function: Sales, Marketing and BD

My marketing experience so far has been extensive and diverse ��" from business development to strategic planning, which included expanding business to new locations as well.
Building brand value is my expertise. Throughout my career, I have designed and implemented strategies, plans and actions that have consistently delivered strong and sustainable revenue and profit growth. Notable achievements include:
"¢ Business Development Management. Identified and capitalized on emerging opportunities to outperform competition and win market share. Led cross-functional teams of product development, marketing and sales professionals.
o RESULT: Opened three new channels of business, and spearheaded the market launch of more than 14 new products.
o RESULT: Positioned a small industry player into the #1 market leader.
"¢ Client Relationship Management. Developed key account relationships with major organizations throughout the U.A.E. Implemented improved quality, productivity and service standards throughout the organization to address the constantly changing demands of the marketplace.
o RESULT: Consistently improved sales volume within existing accounts and acquired new business despite intense competition.

During my international assignments (For 2 Years in Middle East), I have invested considerable time in analyzing market trends and consumer dynamics, developing creative and innovative strategies that would differentiate my companys' products in the marketplace.


Reason for MBA: Career Advancement-hitting the ceiling, know how about Business functionality-holistic perspective, plan to shift to strategy consulting, associate myself with niche firms like "the parthenon group" (consulting)

Extracurricular:
- Chess, Badminton and Table Tennis Player
- Walking
- Extensive Traveling
- Avid Quizzer


Social Work:
Teach deaf and dumb children every saturday at Helen Keller's Institute.

Target schools:
1. HBS
2. Wharton
3. Columbia
4. INSEAD
5. LBS
What are the chances of my getting admitted for the class of 2013.

Thank You in reg to your time to review my profile.
DVRS
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by Lisa Anderson » Sun Dec 06, 2009 5:57 pm
Dear DVRS,

First, congratulations on your GMAT score! You are the envy of many readers on this forum. It will help to mitigate your GPA quite a bit, and in addition to your successful track record in your profession, help to make the admissions committee feel comfortable you can succeed in the classroom. I do have a couple of concerns to note though. First, you need to clarify that your degree meets the degree requirement for your target schools. There is a possibility it will not be seen as equivalent to a US 4-year degree and thus you would not be eligible to apply to business school. Second, your five target schools are five of the most selective schools in the world. I think you should consider adding at least 2 more reasonable/safety options to your list. It is possible you might be admitted to one (or more) of the five, but it is always good to have a back up plan.

Good luck,
Lisa
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