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Break in Job

by v » Fri Oct 17, 2008 11:38 am
Sir,

I need your help on the impact of (job break) in MBA admission process.

a summary of my career as follow....

I joined a process industry (Largest player in the sector) in 2001 as a trainee, worked hard there & with in the span of 6.5 yrs, got two promotion (excluding confirmation) & became head of the operation, which contribute to 1/4 of the profit coming from that site.

After heading the position for about 1 yrs, I made my first change in the job as well as change in career, from process industry to IT- Services.

After coming to IT services job I came to know about the GMAT. And started the preparation through the Strategies & guidelines at this site.

Presently aiming 700+ in GMAT for the world's top 20 B-School, But due to the type of jobs (70%-90% traveling & extensive site work) I spent 90% of time only at site which involve 12-16 hrs active working.

Now I am at 620-650 Level, Planning to devote full time on my preparation to achieve 700+, for that If I drop the job for a short period (say 3 months), write my GMAT & again look for another job.

Please advice me on the planning & on the impact of time gap on my profile as MBA candidate. (Only 6+ months in the recent job).

Thanks in advance,

Regards,

Vikas
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by Lisa Anderson » Mon Oct 20, 2008 3:45 pm
Dear Vikas,

Quitting your job for the sole purpose of preparing for the GMAT will not be viewed favorably by admissions committees. Most successful candidates are working while they apply to business school, including consultants. Additionally, there will be concern if you are unable to work and prepare for the GMAT simultaneously as the ad comms will question your ability to handle multiple courses simultaneously. I would suggest you figure out how to continue your job while preparing for the GMAT, even if that might mean delaying your application until next year.

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