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Though this guy doesnt really go into your question, he posts some pretty decent stuff about his experiences in consulting - including how to get in via a non-MBA path...

http://managementconsultanting.blocked.au/

by humblebee

Tue Sep 03, 2013 11:44 pm
Forum: Research MBA Programs
Topic: Strategy Vs Management Consulting
Replies: 5
Views: 23450

I would caution the poster to be very cautious of the two damning data points he has received. Your best bet is to do more research by reaching out to current students at both schools with a background similar to yours - Schulich could be the equivalent to the MBS in Canada...if it is, you have to t...

by humblebee

Mon Jun 13, 2011 5:02 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Schulich vs Melbourne business school
Replies: 11
Views: 16094

Thinking strategically about your profile - it's that final piece of the puzzle the other questions dont seem to ask/answer For example, if in all the other essays all you've talked about are your leadership abilities or communication skills, and there's something else you haven't managed to speak a...

by humblebee

Mon Jun 13, 2011 4:54 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: What does Harvard expects?
Replies: 4
Views: 2200

So the question in adcom minds is why can't you use the content from your first MBA to get you into the next role? Your greatest challenge if you choose to apply is to convince whoever is reviewing your application 1.) Why you need another MBA 2.) Why the first one is insufficient 3.) Why now Anecdo...

by humblebee

Sat May 21, 2011 12:37 pm
Forum: Research MBA Programs
Topic: 2nd US MBA in IVY league school - Is it possible
Replies: 6
Views: 3905

You're pursuing the wrong degree if you're thinking of a MBA.

You should be seeking to do a Masters of Public Policy e.g. MPA-ID at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government

by humblebee

Sat May 21, 2011 12:26 pm
Forum: Research MBA Programs
Topic: Wanted: Program w/ strong international development focus
Replies: 3
Views: 1519

I have leadership 'extracurriculars' within my company - but that's all on company time and doesn't really count - right? Should I put my efforts in something along the lines of (more categories rather than doing that specific thing) starting a small business, volunteering at a humane society, gett...

by humblebee

Thu Jan 20, 2011 7:45 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Profile Evaluation Please
Replies: 5
Views: 1390

Given the schools you're applying to aren't the ones typically talked about by everyone else here, you'd be hard pressed getting an answer from anyone. My advice would be to call up these schools and have a chat with a admissions committee member. If you get the feeling that you aren't suitable, the...

by humblebee

Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:51 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: profile evaluation request
Replies: 3
Views: 1365

Based exclusively on the data you provided, you seem fine for the part-time programs at these schools. Your GMAT is outstanding and your degrees are in engineering which explains the slightly lower GPA. Just apply. Don't really know what you're after in terms of a profile evaluation given how little...

by humblebee

Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:45 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Profile evaluation
Replies: 2
Views: 1102

Your background is actually pretty solid for a top10 (btw isn't Tuck a top10 school??) - GPA: OK. Slightly under the '3.5' threshold. - GMAT: Achieved the magicla mark - Career Progression: Excellent - Industry: Health care / bio tech /pharma which is a 'hot industry' especially for HBS - Age: Right...

by humblebee

Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:43 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: profile evaluation please
Replies: 3
Views: 1361

Education: BSE in Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan GPA: 3.35 - I foolishly let my grades slip late junior and senior year This is an engineering degree so a lower than 3.5 GPA is expected. Plus you killed the GMAT so there will be no question about your ability to...

by humblebee

Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:33 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Profile Evaluation Please
Replies: 5
Views: 1390

I heard from an admissions consultant that taking classes can help with your application. In my case, I don't have a lot of hands-on analytical experience from college or through my career. I also took the GMAT and did quite poorly on the math. So as a precaution, I was going to take an introductor...

by humblebee

Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:26 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Taking a Class as a Precaution?
Replies: 3
Views: 1266

Hi humblebee, I think we are defining "leadership" a bit different. F.e. I wrote an excel macro which saves up to 2 hrs of monthly worktime for my department without being asked or that thos would even be requested. I launch meetings to get things clear when we are working on a project wh...

by humblebee

Wed Jan 19, 2011 4:35 am
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: profile evaluation request
Replies: 10
Views: 2012

I would appreciate your feedback in making decision whether to apply for R2 at UCLA Anderson/ USC Marshall. or retake GMAT and apply in R3. Sorry to hear about your GMAT. it can be a hit and miss test sometimes. I'm pretty sure you missed the R2 deadlines for entry this year. A higher GMAT score de...

by humblebee

Tue Jan 18, 2011 10:42 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: low GMAT : apply R2 or retake GMAT and apply R3
Replies: 4
Views: 2103

Thanks for your judgement humblebee, we pretty much share the same thoughts. About the leadership point, I am always asking myself how can a 25/26 year old have extensive leadership experience? Of course, after 2 years in audit as a senior auditor, I was responsible for working in juniors and when ...

by humblebee

Tue Jan 18, 2011 10:36 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: profile evaluation request
Replies: 10
Views: 2012

If you read between the lines, I'm basically saying if you don't have that background or cannot obtain it, then yes you obviously have to think about other BSchools to get your MBA

by humblebee

Tue Jan 18, 2011 7:44 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: How to get into Harvard Business school???
Replies: 4
Views: 4762