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Hi sandipkundug, Apologies for not replying sooner - I just had a baby so am just on leave! If you'd like, feel free to contact my colleague matt.symonds@fortunaadmissions.com - you could set up a time to speak with him and he can help narrow down your search (we offer free consultations for 30 minu...


Thanks for the details. I'm afraid with your years of experience and age, full time MBA programs are more of a long shot as you have to think about how old you will be at the start of each program. As I mentioned I might consider the sloan fellows programs which are kind of those in between a full t...


Hi Ivanzax, I totally agree with Jon - best to wait until R1 at this point. You've got a great profile - thanks for all the details. Great work experience and extra curriculars- but that GMAT just won't cut it I'm afraid for your schools of choice. You really want to try and get 75-80th percentile o...


Hi, So it sounds like you are just interested in Canadian schools? From your first message it sounded like what other schools besides canadian schools should you consider! You've got an interesting profile though with 10 years exp. it's above the average. May I ask your age? You might need to consid...


Hi, yes they would definitely question it and wonder if you just did it to benefit your application, but if it's something you want to do and are passionate about, go for it and definitely include it in your application. It won't hurt your application.

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Hi Optinum, I'm sorry to hear that. Indeed you would have to do a lot of explaining in your application, but they are all valid reasons of course. Admissions committees are certainly human too so they will understand as long as you have good reason. As nothing is guaranteed or set in stone, I would ...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Fri Jan 13, 2017 7:01 am
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Recently laid off
Replies: 1
Views: 1561

Hi @Div236, I think the schools you've chose are good options, however for LBS you'll need a higher gmat score since you will be competing in the indian applicant pool. The other schools are less competitive so your score should be fine. You've got some great work experience and career progression a...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Thu Dec 22, 2016 11:02 am
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Profile Evaluation
Replies: 2
Views: 1883

How to tackle MBA video essays

More business schools than ever have video essays as part of their admissions process. Check out our recent article in Forbes for some advice on how to tackle these video essays.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/mattsymonds ... 7463ff6c40

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by Melissa@Fortuna

Fri Sep 16, 2016 11:09 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: How to tackle MBA video essays
Replies: 0
Views: 2373

Hi there, Yes of course you have a shot! However it will really come down to what you did in your role, what responsibilities you've had, what accomplishments you've made and any leadership role you have demonstrated. Also they will want to know what your post MBA plans are and why you are intereste...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Mon Apr 25, 2016 9:59 am
Forum: Research MBA Programs
Topic: Profile Evaluation
Replies: 1
Views: 1388

Hi, Sounds like you've got a really interesting profile. Given you post mba plans, those schools seem like the good options for you. Really when it comes down to your work experience you really want to show any accomplishments and leadership experience, any promotions, salary increase, new responsib...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Mon Apr 25, 2016 9:55 am
Forum: Research MBA Programs
Topic: Profile Evaluation - MBA in US with UK undergrad
Replies: 1
Views: 1394

Yes I agree with Scott. I would look at all the schools deadlines so HEC's next one is April 1, May 1 and June 1 whereas ESSEC's final ones are March 1 and May 1. Look at your other schools' deadlines and plan your gmat test accordingly. I would apply with a strong gmat score so would give yourself ...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Tue Feb 09, 2016 9:04 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: best time to apply
Replies: 6
Views: 3111

Hi, Which schools you are applying to - are you talking about INSEAD and HEC? Others? Top schools will require a strong GMAT score so I definitely would not apply if you have a low score. What is low exactly and what percentiles in quant and verbal? April is generally late for most schools but it re...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Mon Feb 08, 2016 12:30 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: best time to apply
Replies: 6
Views: 3111

Terrific thanks. Hope we can help!
Melissa

by Melissa@Fortuna

Mon Jan 18, 2016 10:07 am
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: INSEAD Jan 2017 intake
Replies: 7
Views: 5482

That's great - sounds like you are very involved which helps create a well rounded profile. Entrepreneurial ideas are definitely important for an MBA - you can often illustrate this when they ask what your short term/long term goals are. If you ever want to chat about which schools might be a good f...

by Melissa@Fortuna

Thu Jan 14, 2016 7:49 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Missed most of the application deadlines
Replies: 7
Views: 3016

Sorry, i do see you have more than 2.5 years experience and closer to 6 so that is good!

by Melissa@Fortuna

Thu Jan 14, 2016 7:26 am
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: INSEAD Jan 2017 intake
Replies: 7
Views: 5482