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Hi There Juggling between work and studies is tough so you need to define a significant time for your GMAT preparation. Sometimes taking few days off work for preparing for the GMAT can help a person tremendously. If you have time this may not be a bad idea. Take practise GMAT tests to see how you a...
- by Kavita_Singh
Tue Jun 28, 2011 2:33 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: MBA Option
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1273
Hi, I plan on applying to various MBA programs this year. I am yet to take the GMAT and I plan on taking the GMAT in early September. I have 2 years of work experience and an undergraduate GPA of about 3.65. However, I am currently in engineering graduate school at UCLA. I am a little worried about...
- by Kavita_Singh
Tue Jun 28, 2011 2:28 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: Chances of MBA admissions with low grad gpa.
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3243
Hello Since you are aiming for top schools then a score above 700 is desirable. However GMAT alone won’t determine your chances of admission; activities beyond the academics will help you in determining your candidature and your work experience plays a vital role as well. Generally most of the app...
- by Kavita_Singh
Tue Jun 28, 2011 2:12 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Profile evaluation request - THANKS!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1199
Hi all, Just came back from the test center, quite disappointed to be frank. I scored 610 (Q41, V34) in first attempt to reach a score 680+ (within the range of my target schools: Haas, Wharton, Duke, LBS and Kellogg). Although I have a rather diverse background, good career experience and progress...
- by Kavita_Singh
Mon Jun 27, 2011 1:06 am- Forum: GMAT Strategy
- Topic: Retake Strategy GMAT 610--> 680+
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2512
Since you are aiming for top schools then a score above 700 is desirable. However GMAT alone won’t determine your chances of admission; beyond the academics and your work experience will also help you in determining your candidature. Generally most of the applicants have a good 4-5 years of work e...
- by Kavita_Singh
Fri Jun 24, 2011 2:41 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: Chance?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2033
Hello, This might seem like a silly question to some people, but what would you guys recommend doing 4-5 days before the test? I know you cannot learn anything significant or make a major difference in the last few days, but that also does not mean you do nothing and space out :-). So just wonderin...
- by Kavita_Singh
Wed Jun 22, 2011 5:06 am- Forum: GMAT Strategy
- Topic: Last few days before GMAT..
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4894
HI All, I gave my GMAT in May this year and scored 720. The problem is that the "Undergraduate GPA" that i reported was based on the conversion table on MBA.com. Now i have 70% in my college degree(Highest was around 80%), which was converted to ~2.2. Now i have reported 2.2 and the same ...
- by Kavita_Singh
Wed Jun 22, 2011 5:04 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: Undergraduate GPA in GPA Scorecard
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2801
Hi there, straight question: does it make any sense for me to spend $3,000+ in admission consulting given my situation: * Terrible GMAT (610) * Only willing to invest in a MBA from a top-12 program * Otherwise, strong profile (solid GPA, international banking experience, great community leadership,...
- by Kavita_Singh
Wed Jun 22, 2011 4:31 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Doubtful Regarding Admission Consulting
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1551
Hello , i just got a 660 49 Q(86%), 31 V(58%) score on GMAT. I have 3.4 gpa in undergraduate. 5 years of IT experience, I am also a writer of some repute, ie.a I have two publications. I also have a MS in Computer Engg. from Univ of Maryland Baltimore County where I have 3.2 gpa? Should I include t...
- by Kavita_Singh
Wed Jun 22, 2011 4:23 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Please advice 660 on gmat :Evaluate my profile
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1616
My test is two weeks from yesterday (June 24th). I've been preparing now for about three months and will continue preparing diligently over the next two weeks. My question is this... my goal score is 700+ as I plan to apply to Tuck, Kellogg, and most likely Columbia (undergrad GPA 3.93). My practic...
- by Kavita_Singh
Thu Jun 16, 2011 5:32 am- Forum: GMAT Strategy
- Topic: Test in 2-weeks advise please
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1643
HI All, I gave my GMAT in May this year and scored 720. The problem is that the "Undergraduate GPA" that i reported was based on the conversion table on MBA.com. Now i have 70% in my college degree(Highest was around 80%), which was converted to ~2.2. Now i have reported 2.2 and the same ...
- by Kavita_Singh
Thu Jun 16, 2011 4:04 am- Forum: The Application Process
- Topic: Undergraduate GPA in GPA Scorecard
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2801
Hello Vivekananadan Since you are aiming for top schools then a score above 700 is most desirable. Also the GMAT alone won’t determine your chances of admission; your work experience plays a vital role. You need to ensure that academically you are in a good position. However it important to rememb...
- by Kavita_Singh
Thu Jun 16, 2011 3:57 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: MBA aspirant for profile evaluation...
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1473
Hi There There are various ways you can use to practise for your GMAT. It could be combination of online classes, coaching institutes, practise books and even smart phone applications. Having this combination will be giving you access to different styles and it won’t be monotonous for you. How muc...
- by Kavita_Singh
Fri Jun 10, 2011 4:51 am- Forum: GMAT Strategy
- Topic: Stuck at 620; Considered giving up
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1307
Hello, I would really appreciate if I can get an eval / feedback of my profile and chances for admission into INSEAD MBA program R2/Jan 2012 (Singapore campus preferred). Indian / M / 30 1. GMAT 640 (Q43, V35) 2. Academics: - Bachelors Degree in Comp Science (India) 74% - Masters Degree in Comp Sci...
- by Kavita_Singh
Fri Jun 10, 2011 3:52 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Profile Evaluation Request - INSEAD R2/Jan 2012
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1915
Dear p237.iitb First of let us congratulate on your GMAT score. With this score you can easily aim for your desired institutes abroad. So we would advice you to work on your application ASAP. Ideally most of the Indian applicants are from engineering background and have a good 4-5 years of work expe...
- by Kavita_Singh
Thu Jun 09, 2011 1:19 am- Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
- Topic: Ask FutureWorks Consulting
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2636