Dear Ms Anderson,

Thank you for taking your time out to reply on a Sunday. I really appreciate that.

I'll definitely work on the areas that you have suggested.

Regards
SS

Hi Sansai,

MBA Selection Committees in general take a holistic approach when assessing applications. They will consider work experience, GMAT, personal statements, academics, referee reports. As long as you meet minimum requirements, then all these items will contribute to the assessment. Your GMAT is likely to be high enough for consideration - but it does depend on the strength of the rest of your application. You would only consider retaking the GMAT if you wanted to strengthen your application (to ensure admission) or if you wanted to be considered for a scholarship (where above average results are required)

Your academic background in Biology would not be a disadvantage. Most MBA look for diversity when recruiting students. The learning in an MBA classroom is very interactive and experiential, and student learns a lot from peer interaction. For this to be successful, the cohort must comprise a good mix of students from different academic, industry and cultural backgrounds.

The list of schools is a personal choice based on your future goals. I suggest you do thorough research on the student experience, curriculum options, placement results, and choose schools that match your preferences.

Regards,

Anna Parkin
Melbourne Business School

Dear Ms Parkin

Thank you for providing me with invaluable insight to approach the process. It really does make a lot of sense now.

Thanks
SS