640 on both attempts and high GPA - Where can I apply?

[hifunda]

Hi all,

I got another 640 today without much improvement. Though I'm disappointed with the result after so many months time devoted to the test, I'd like to know which schools in USA and Asia would be willing to accept this score? I am looking for a program which has a strong brand in Marketing. I wanted to apply to Kelley, Kenan Flagler, Kellogg, Ross and NUS. But now it looks doubtful.

Profile: 24, Female, Indian.
Occupation: Marketing role in Family Business.
Will have 4 years of experience next year at the time of applying.

However, I do feel I can greatly strengthen my profile if I apply next year. But, with the current score, what are some of the programs that may be good to target?

[MBAprep2]

Hifunda,

First of all I would do some research on schools that have an acceptance standard around your score. Then I would research the school and see if it is something that can help you achieve your goal. I went ahead and did some research for you and found a website that could pose as useful. It shows average GMBA rankings in top schools listed within each region or country. So you can get an idea of which schools may be willing to accept students with those scores. Happy hunting and hope this helps.

https://www.topmba.com/mba-rankings/glob ... th-america

[Jon@Admissionado]

Aha! Family businesses can be very interesting!

Can you tell us a wee bit about the business itself, it's size and turnover, how many employees it has? Also, are you in line to inherit the leadership of the business yourself?

[hifunda]

Aha! Family businesses can be very interesting!

Can you tell us a wee bit about the business itself, it's size and turnover, how many employees it has? Also, are you in line to inherit the leadership of the business yourself?

Hi Jon,

Thanks for replying. Well, the business itself is very small, we are just a team of 3 people: 2 partners and I am the employee (Manager level). It is a Real Estate services firm started by my mother 7 years back, and I joined after getting interested in a whole lot of opportunities to expand the company's sales and market share.

My goal is not the usual, get an MBA and return to take over the business, however it may happen after several years. My main objective instead, is to break into a Corporate career in Marketing, gain general management skills and get experience working on Marketing consulting roles helping small businesses with their marketing strategies.

I have decided to wait out until next year to apply, while I increase my GMAT score, strengthen my candidacy in other aspects like leadership and community roles, etc.

Are the schools I selected a good fit for my profile? Except Kellogg, I don't know of any other school that will really value this family business/entrepreneurial background.. Any thoughts on this?