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Hi Lisa, I have a BA in Bus Econ from UCSB and a 3.6 GPA (graduated with honors). I graduated in 2008 and want to apply at then end of this year for the class of 2013. I am going to take the GMAT this year. I have been an Executive Recruiter for the past 3 years and have performed very well, especi...

by Lisa Anderson

Thu Jan 12, 2012 12:35 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: What GPA/GMAT is needed to get into a top 5 school?
Replies: 251
Views: 227376

Hi Lisa, Thanks a lot for your reply. Can you please let me know where I can find the notes on school selection that you mentioned. I am aiming for Kelley - IU. Is this a decent shot for me? Regards, Diane I think Kelley is a good option for you...and a fabulous school. The school selection sticky ...

by Lisa Anderson

Thu Jan 12, 2012 12:27 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: What GPA/GMAT is needed to get into a top 5 school?
Replies: 251
Views: 227376

Great news on the GMAT...congratulations on your new score! Thanks for the update and best of luck with your applications!
Lisa

by Lisa Anderson

Thu Jan 12, 2012 12:25 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Please evaluate this poet's profile
Replies: 3
Views: 1566

Dear nortic, I think you have a competitive profile for any of the schools noted in your post. The question is if you feel these programs provide what you need in terms of curricula and resources to achieve your career goals. If you believe they do, then there is no reason not to submit strong appli...

by Lisa Anderson

Thu Jan 12, 2012 12:24 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Art History Major that needs some advice.
Replies: 1
Views: 1070

Dear rooneyucr, Which program is the right one for you depends on what your career goals are. It is possible the MiM program is the right choice, but you will need to research those potential programs to see if there is a match for your career goals and expectations regarding your graduate school ex...

by Lisa Anderson

Thu Jan 12, 2012 12:20 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Less Work Experience - Masters or MBA?
Replies: 2
Views: 1331

Dear Viren, You have the building blocks for a competitive application, but it will take a strong overall package to give you the best chance for success. Your target schools are all highly selective, so it is imperative you find a way to stand out from similar applicants. Thus you must have strong ...

by Lisa Anderson

Thu Jan 12, 2012 12:14 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Profile Evaluation Request
Replies: 1
Views: 957

Dear Shweta, It is hard to say if your profile is competitive as it is incomplete. You certainly have some positives in that you have a 3.55 GPA and are gaining quality work experience at PI. Whether or not you should apply to business school later this year depends on you--do you feel you are ready...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:47 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Profile Review Please
Replies: 1
Views: 905

Dear jcstanton55, I think you have a shot at any of the schools you applied to, assuming you had a great set of essays and recommendations. Your 680 is competitive for any school and you have some great experience, both your day and night jobs. An interview invitation from Tuck is a positive sign th...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:41 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: delete
Replies: 1
Views: 941

Dear priyank.rawat,

Your revised school list is more appropriate for your profile with a nice mix of reach and reasonable programs. Be sure to submit the strongest package possible, making a compelling case for your admission to give you the best chance for success.

Best of luck,
Lisa


Dear Derek, There is no preferred industry or functional experience at any school. What matters is the quality of the experience you have and how you have progressed in your career. If you feel your current role is not providing growth opportunities and will not prepare you for your future career pa...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:33 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Work Experience Evaluation Please
Replies: 1
Views: 896

I was the topper in my final year in my batch comprising of 150 students. But my score is in terms of percentage and my college evaluates the GPA in terms of (Marks obtained by the student) x (Grading Point ex. 10, 5 or 4 point scale) ----------------------------------------------------------------...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: What GPA/GMAT is needed to get into a top 5 school?
Replies: 251
Views: 227376

This thread is really good. Lisa, thanks for all your inputs. I am in a similar position with a very poor GPA and a high GMAT. I have a 2.86 GPA from a top 10 engineering school in the US. I failed classes during my undergrad (junior year and senior year) and I took 5 years to complete my degree. I...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:22 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: What GPA/GMAT is needed to get into a top 5 school?
Replies: 251
Views: 227376

Dear joebus,

I wish I could help, but my expertise is in MBA programs. I am not familiar with academic programs for acting or the performing arts.

Good luck,
Lisa

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:18 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Best courses for Film acting/ performing arts
Replies: 1
Views: 921

10 months is pretty close to a year, so I am not overly concerned with the time. It is really more of a question on how much the new job aligns with your post-MBA goals. If you feel it will move you in that direction and give you necessary skills for your future career path, then it is certainly wor...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:16 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: New Job 10 months before applying
Replies: 3
Views: 1183

Dear missgg, It is hard to comment on your chances as an admissions decision is made on more than GMAT, GPA and years of experience. With your GPA, scoring well on the GMAT is important to show you have the academic aptitude for the curriculum. There is not preferred industry experience at NYU; the ...

by Lisa Anderson

Mon Jan 09, 2012 10:12 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Nervous about Stern Part Time MBA Admission
Replies: 1
Views: 1630