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by sacman123 » Sun Jun 21, 2015 10:44 am
Hi,
I am afraid this is yet another of the umpteen profile evaluation requests you guys receive. Anyway, thought I would give it a try.

Indian Male
GMAT- 740 (q-51, V- 38)
Low GPA though (7/10 - from Indian Institute of Technology)

Work ex- 3 years till date.
Co-founded a start-up right after graduation, worked in marketing and operations for close to 2.5 yrs. Exited the venture due to issues with scalability, lack of funding and flawed business model. Was a moderately successful exit. Nevertheless, a great learning experience.

Working for the last 6 months with one of the hottest and most well-funded tech startups in India. Responsibilities include regional business development, business expansion in cities all over India and competition analysis and strategy.

Looking for the MBA to gain experience in the global business setting, in sales, BD and marketing roles in startups or MNCs. Specifically, looking for Brand/product management roles, corporate strategy, or in management consulting.

Considering my post-MBA goals, how difficult would they be to achieve?

I know you guys don't like answering this, but can I know my chances in US top 12 schools?
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by MargaretStrother » Mon Jun 22, 2015 9:47 am
Hi Sacman123,
Thanks for your interest! Top business schools look at a lot of factors in an applicant aside from the numbers, so while your numbers seem to indicate a mixed bag (great GMAT, iffy GPA), I'd want to focus more on your professional experience and focus. Rather than a general post-MBA goal like consulting and a scatter-shot approach to a lot of schools, I'd recommend that you take some time to drill down on your post-MBA goals and narrow your school choices to schools that will help you achieve those goals. Know why you're applying: take a trip to the US if possible, visit the schools during the fall semester, get to know students and admissions people, and trim your short-list to no more than four schools in a given round. Add some safer schools for balance, and develop a systematic, well-rooted strategy.

Applying to top MBA programs is a long and time-consuming process, so consider this board your first step. Give the process the time and concentration it needs, make a realistic assessment of safe vs stretch schools, and then, when you're ready, you can start constructing your applications.

Hope this helps,
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