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Runawaybon wrote:Hi All,

I just gave my GMAT exam and would like to have my profile evaluated in order to get a fair idea of my chances for an admit in ISB:


Age: 23 yr

GMAT Score: 700 [Quant:50 , Verbal:34, I.R.:4 ]

Educational Qualifications:

Graduation: B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, India in 2022 with 91.6% aggregate.
CLASS XII: Secured 93.6% in Science; Board: CBSE; Year: 2018
CLASS X: Secured 95%; Board: CBSE; Year:2016

Work Experience:
Working as a Software Engineer at UKG (short for Ultimate Kronos Group) for almost a year and 2 months now.

Extra Curricular:

1) Participated in debates, exhibitions & competitions throughout school & college life
2) Won an INR 5000 Science Scholarship for a national level exhibition; Prize Money of INR 1200 at District Level; Reached State Level of the same.
3) Was part of the school music band as a Drummer.
4) Part of the school Football Team as well.

Would appreciate some honest consults and reviews about my profile and love to get some insight on my chances of getting into ISB.

👋 Hey Runawaybon,

I came across your profile evaluation query on the forum and thought I'd reach out to offer some assistance from my own experience.

So here is what I would suggest:

Strengths:
➡️ Strong Academic Foundation: Scoring 91.6% in B.Tech is an achievement that speaks volumes about your ability to handle complex technical subjects. This strong foundation can help you adapt to the rigorous academic environment of any advanced management program.

➡️ Promising Early Career Track: Your role as a Software Engineer at a reputable company suggests a strong start to your professional journey. Your technical skills are an asset that many business programs look for in potential candidates.

➡️ Holistic Personal Development: Your participation in debates, exhibitions, and sports activities indicates a well-rounded personality. This level of engagement outside of academics and work is a sign of excellent time management skills and a zest for life.

➡️ Ready for Competitive Exams: A GMAT score of 700 is competitive for many good business schools. It highlights your ability to perform under pressure and achieve good results, key attributes for anyone considering an advanced degree. But remember that GMAT is just 1/4th of your application and the rest depends on your work ex, achievements, EC’s, volunteer work, certifications or projects.


Suggestions:
➡️ Consider expanding your skill set by participating in relevant workshops or online courses that align with your career aspirations.


School Recommendations:
➡️ Given your current profile, the Indian School of Business (ISB) seems like a good match. The school's focus on technical expertise and leadership skills align well with your experience and achievements. You have both the academic and professional background that ISB appreciates, making you a strong contender for their program.

➡️ But remember that ISB only accepts students with 2 years of experience. Don’t worry, as you can go for an Early Entry Option.

If you need more help, we'd be happy to set up a FREE call and give more pointers on how to improve your profile and the right schools you should target.

You can setup a call via this link:

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Sainz_Sri wrote:Please evaluate my profile for ISB:

Age: 26 yr

GMAT Score: 650

Educational Qualifications:

Professional:
CFA (Level 3) Completed
Chartered Accountant

Graduation Completed B Com with 8.16 CGPA.
H.S.C secured 94% from State Board
10thsecured 84% from ICSE

Work Experience:
Working as an Assurance Manager in one of the Big4 Accounting firm (5 years work experience, 1 year as manager)

👋 Hey Sainz_Sri,

I came across your profile evaluation query on the forum and thought I'd reach out to offer some assistance from my own experience.

So here is what I would suggest:

Strengths:
➡️ Highly Relevant Professional Qualifications: Both the CFA (Level 3) and Chartered Accountant qualifications signal domain expertise. These are considered challenging credentials to earn and indicate a strong grounding in finance and accounting—two skills highly valued in business management roles. The CFA could make you a strong candidate for finance-related roles post-MBA.

➡️ Strong Work Experience: Your 5-year stint at one of the Big4 accounting firms adds significant weight to your profile. Your progression to a managerial role in just 4 years can be an excellent example of leadership and quick professional growth.


Area for improvement:
➡️ GMAT Score: Your 650 GMAT score could be slightly below the average of ISB.


Suggestions:
➡️ GMAT Retake: Given your strong credentials otherwise, a retake aiming for 690+ could significantly boost your chances.

➡️ Emphasize Leadership in Essays: When writing your essays, be sure to emphasize your leadership responsibilities and notable achievements in your managerial role. For example, discuss how you led a team to meet tight deadlines or implemented a new assurance protocol that saved time or reduced errors.

If you need more help, we'd be happy to set up a FREE call and give more pointers on how to improve your profile and the right schools you should target.

You can setup a call via this link:

👉 https://bit.ly/3DSH5km 👈

raunakjr97 wrote:Could someone give me a profile evaluation? I'm a 26-year-old male candidate.

Academics
10th: 90% (ICSE)
12th: 93% (ISC)
UG: 70% (BCom Hons)
GMAT: 680 (Q43, V40)

Extra curriculars
These were all during my college years. I was the member of the events team that handled an annual fest with 40+ events each year in all of my three years in college. I was active in college politics and elected as the class rep in each of the two years I stood as a candidate. I have won several accolades in writing and management events.

Work experience
I will have over six years of work ex in the sports content industry (four years in sports media, two years in sports data analytics) by end of March 2024. I have worked on and with (as direct clients) most of the top sporting leagues that you can think of (IPL, English Premier League, NBA, to name a few).

Career goals
I want to move into product and consultancy roles. In my application, I have highlighted huge similarities in the sports content industry and B2C industries (which I firmly believe to be true). In my years, I have worked on the functions of SEO, editorial planning, team management, social media, budgeting, data analysis and finally, product planning. I want to do an MBA to get a better grasp of the business side of things, which I believe would make me the complete package for the career progression plans I mentioned at the beginning.

If someone could give me an idea of b-schools that I should realistically be targeting (I will apply to all the top ones in India, of course), I would be grateful.

Additionally, I have one doubt. Of the six years of work ex I mentioned, I worked on an exclusive contract as a consultant (I could not take any other work with any other company) and not as a full-time employee. I have the necessary documents to prove the nature of the contract. Should I mention this period in my work ex or skip it?

Many thanks in advance to whoever bothers to go through this long comment and takes the time to reply.

👋 Hey raunakjr97,

I came across your profile evaluation query on the forum and thought I'd reach out to offer some assistance from my own experience.

So here is what I would suggest:

📚 Academic Strength: Your UG percentage is decent for Schools like ISB and IIM-A, but remember that you are just at par.

🎯 GMAT Score: Your 680 GMAT score is slightly low, however it is just 25% of your application, so you need to showcase quantifiable results in your work ex, EC’s, undergrad achievements, volunteer work and certificates, etc.

🎉 Extra-Curriculars: Your involvement in a large-scale annual fest displays commitment and leadership. Your election as class rep underlines your peer recognition and leadership skills. B-schools look for these characteristics as they indicate potential for community involvement during the MBA and as alumni.

💼 Work Experience: Six years in sports content, particularly with notable leagues like IPL and NBA, should make your application stand out. Your varied roles from media to data analytics make you a T-shaped professional — broad knowledge complemented by deep expertise.

🎯 Career Goals: Your articulated plans to move into product and consultancy roles, backed by your existing skills in SEO, team management, and product planning, makes a strong case for why an MBA would be a value-add for you.

📑 Consultant Work: Definitely include this and reflect your quantifiable results. It reflects a different skill set like adaptability and should be seen as a positive differentiator.

🎯 School Recommendations:
➡️ Dream Schools: ISB, and perhaps even some global programs like INSEAD, could be your stretch goals.

➡️ Competitive Schools: IIM-A, IIM-B, and IIM-C would be within a competitive reach for you. Your unique work experience would be a great asset here.

➡️ Safe Schools: XLRI, SP Jain, and NMIMS could be considered safe bets.

Your profile is rich and offers a lot to be desired by top B-schools. With targeted effort, and a compelling application, there's a strong chance you could not just get into one of your dream schools, but also thrive there. 🌟

If you need more help, we'd be happy to set up a FREE call and give more pointers on how to improve your profile and the right schools you should target.

You can setup a call via this link:

👉 https://bit.ly/3DSH5km 👈

Hi All,

Could you please evaluate my profile ( Target School - ISB ).

Age: 25 yr

GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

Educational Qualifications:

M.Tech - 9.32 CGPA - Signal Processing and Machine Learning - IIT, Guwahati
B.Tech - 9.52 CGPA - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering - JNTU, Hyderabad
CLASS XII: 96.7%
CLASS X: 9.7 CGPA
Secured All India Rank - 55 in GATE 2019 Examination

Work Experience:

1.5 Years work experience at Accenture, Japan ( Tokyo Office )

Extra Curricular:

1) Best Delegate Award at MUN ( During B.Tech )
2) Have a first author research paper in an International Machine Learning Conference
3) Passed Japanese language basic level certification exam
4) Actively publish poems and analysis of research papers on personal blog.

Hi All,

Could you please evaluate my profile ( Target School - ISB ).

Age: 25 yr

GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

Educational Qualifications:

M.Tech - 9.32 CGPA - Signal Processing and Machine Learning - IIT, Guwahati
B.Tech - 9.52 CGPA - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering - JNTU, Hyderabad
CLASS XII: 96.7%
CLASS X: 9.7 CGPA
Secured All India Rank - 55 in GATE 2019 Examination

Work Experience:

1.5 Years work experience at Accenture, Japan ( Tokyo Office )

Extra Curricular:

1) Best Delegate Award at MUN ( During B.Tech )
2) Have a first author research paper in an International Machine Learning Conference
3) Passed Japanese language basic level certification exam
4) Actively publish poems and analysis of research papers on personal blog.

Hello,

Your grades are excellent. Your GMAT score is fine, unless you're considering a retake based on your preparation. You still have time before the Round 2 deadlines, (your current score is acceptable for applying); but you can think about retaking the test later.

International work experience would be a valuable addition. Your extracurricular activities look solid, especially as you've been keeping up with your publications. Knowing an International language always is a plus. Now, it's about telling your unique story. Take a moment to reflect on what can truly boost your application.

All the best!

MeherAbhijeet wrote:Hi All,

Could you please evaluate my profile ( Target School - ISB ).

Age: 25 yr

GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

Educational Qualifications:

M.Tech - 9.32 CGPA - Signal Processing and Machine Learning - IIT, Guwahati
B.Tech - 9.52 CGPA - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering - JNTU, Hyderabad
CLASS XII: 96.7%
CLASS X: 9.7 CGPA
Secured All India Rank - 55 in GATE 2019 Examination

Work Experience:

1.5 Years work experience at Accenture, Japan ( Tokyo Office )

Extra Curricular:

1) Best Delegate Award at MUN ( During B.Tech )
2) Have a first author research paper in an International Machine Learning Conference
3) Passed Japanese language basic level certification exam
4) Actively publish poems and analysis of research papers on personal blog.

_________________

MeherAbhijeet wrote:GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

I would strongly suggest that you consider a retake MeherAbhijeet, especially if you were consistently scoring above 690, in your mocks.

You still have a couple of months before the R2 deadline and this can be a significant profile improvement in the next 2 months.
--
Ashish.

Thanks a lot for taking a look ISBeacon.

My scores in GMAT mocks were also between 680 - 710.

Could you please suggest a score range which would suit my profile.

MeherAbhijeet wrote:Thanks a lot for taking a look ISBeacon.

My scores in GMAT mocks were also between 680 - 710.

Could you please suggest a score range which would suit my profile.

Well, this being the case, a 710 is also definitely better than a 690.
--
Ashish.

Hi all! Any suggestions on resources to prepare for ISB interview? I am specifically looking for reviews on Preppie.

Dear MeherAbhijeet,

Please find below our analysis of your profile.

GMAT Score: Below Average

Academics: Above average; a post grad gives you some advantage

Work Experience: Lower than average; 1.5 years while applying is on the lower side of the spectrum as far as ISB is concerned. While your SE Asia Consulting stint (assuming you were in the advisory practice at Accenture) demonstrates that you can perform in a multicultural environment and hence will be easily able to contribute to your cohort at ISB, the sheer low volume of experience combined with a low GMAT score hampers your chances. Also, I don’t see a tangible leadership stint in your professional career. You will need to spin up leadership stories.

Extra Curriculars: Above Average; maintaining a personal blog shows the creative side of your personality and the fact that you learnt a foreign language shows your commitment to the culture where you are working right now.

Overall, I would suggest you to bump your score by 20 points and then apply. Alternatively, you can gain 1 more year of experience and then apply with the same score.

I am an ISB alum, CO15, and have been guiding applicants in their admission journeys for last 6+ years. Feel free to set up a pro bono profile evaluation detailed session with me by signing up at https://www.crackadmission.com/contact-us/

Cheers and wish you all the very best !

Hey MeherAbhijeet,

I hope you are doing well. You have a strong profile and stand a good chance of being competitive for admission to the Indian School of Business (ISB). Your academic achievements, including your high GPAs in both B.Tech and M.Tech, as well as your All India Rank in GATE, demonstrate your strong academic background. This will be viewed very positively by ISB. While your GMAT score of 690 is decent, it falls slightly below the average GMAT score at ISB. However, it's still within a competitive range, and your other strengths can compensate for this.

Although you have relatively less work experience than some applicants, your 1.5 years of work experience at Accenture, especially in the Tokyo office, is valuable. International experience can set you apart and bring diversity to the ISB classroom. Having a first-author research paper in an international machine learning conference is a significant accomplishment and demonstrates your academic and research capabilities.

Your achievements in Model United Nations (MUN), your language certification in Japanese, and your personal blog showcasing your interest in poetry and research analysis highlight your diverse interests and skills.

Given your relatively limited work experience, make sure to showcase the impact and achievements you've had during your time at Accenture. Focus on how your experiences have prepared you for an MBA and your future career goals. Be clear in your application about your post-MBA career goals and how an MBA from ISB will help you achieve them. Connect your past experiences and skills to your future plans.

Overall, you have a competitive profile for ISB, and you should certainly consider applying. ISB values diversity, and your international work experience and academic accomplishments can set you apart. Make sure to craft compelling essays and secure strong letters of recommendation to strengthen your application. Highlight how you will contribute to the ISB community and how their program aligns with your goals. With a well-rounded application and strong interview performance, you have a good chance of being admitted to ISB.

Good luck with your application!

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MeherAbhijeet wrote:Hi All,

Could you please evaluate my profile ( Target School - ISB ).

Age: 25 yr

GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

Educational Qualifications:

M.Tech - 9.32 CGPA - Signal Processing and Machine Learning - IIT, Guwahati
B.Tech - 9.52 CGPA - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering - JNTU, Hyderabad
CLASS XII: 96.7%
CLASS X: 9.7 CGPA
Secured All India Rank - 55 in GATE 2019 Examination

Work Experience:

1.5 Years work experience at Accenture, Japan ( Tokyo Office )

Extra Curricular:

1) Best Delegate Award at MUN ( During B.Tech )
2) Have a first author research paper in an International Machine Learning Conference
3) Passed Japanese language basic level certification exam
4) Actively publish poems and analysis of research papers on personal blog.

_________________

Hello munindra95,

I hope you are doing well. Your profile appears strong and well-rounded, and you have made significant accomplishments in your career and academic pursuits. You have a solid academic foundation, including a respectable GMAT score of 730 and a GATE All India Rank of 90. Your performance in the 10th and 12th grades also demonstrates consistency.

Your extensive work experience of 7 years and 1 month at IOCL, particularly in operations management, is a significant asset. Managing a team of 35 subordinates, coordinating a successful plant shutdown, providing cost-saving suggestions, and commissioning a significant project demonstrate leadership and impact in your role. Your experience in the energy sector aligns well with your short-term goal of becoming a consultant in the field of energy and sustainable development. Your achievements and responsibilities at IOCL showcase your expertise in this domain.

Your participation in lawn tennis tournaments, your role as a marketing executive at your college's technical fest, and your quiz win indicate your involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership capabilities. Publishing articles in small journals during college and presenting a paper on plastic waste conversion into liquid fuel demonstrate your academic engagement and problem-solving skills.

It's worth addressing why your previous application with a 700 GMAT score was rejected. Consider what feedback, if any, you received and how you can strengthen your application this time around. Be sure to articulate your career goals clearly in your application, especially how an MBA from ISB will help you achieve your short-term goal of becoming a consultant in the field of energy and sustainable development.

Overall, your profile looks competitive for ISB's MBA program. To increase your chances of admission, focus on crafting compelling essays that showcase your unique experiences, achievements, and how you'll contribute to the ISB community. Additionally, strong letters of recommendation highlighting your strengths can bolster your application. Make sure to address any shortcomings from your previous application and emphasize how you've grown and improved since then.

Good luck with your application!

We offer a limited number of complimentary profile evaluations each week. We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools. In this call, the experts will try to dig out your USP for top B-schools and provide you with honest feedback on your profile and chances to your target schools.

Book a free profile evaluation call now!

Neha Hadke
Strategy Manager
Testimonials
Meet our Panel of Consultants.
Email: neha@mbaandbeyond.com
MBA and Beyond

munindra95 wrote:Hi,
Please evaluate my profile.
Targetting 1st round of ISB.
10th- 91.4% CBSE
12th- 83.83% maharashtra state board
Btech CGPA- 8.45 chemical engineering from IIT BHU, 2016 passout
GMAT score- 730
GATE AIR 90 out of 16000 student
short term goal- consultant in the field of energy and sustainable development
Work ex - 7 years and 1 month current. in IOCL, operations management
Look after day to day workings of operation of converting crude oil into petroleum products.
I have 35 subordinates under me.
Coordinated a shutdown of plant, completed 7 days earlier so saved INR 20 crore for IOCL
Gave suggestions related to processes, one led to savings of INR 5 lakh weekly.
Commissioned new desalter technology, project worth INR 9 crore.
College-
Published 3 articles in small journals about granular flow in 2/3 dimensions.
Presented one paper on conversion of plastic waste into liquid fuel. also converted thermocol into diesel though process was not efficient
extra curricular-
lawn tennis- have won 2 gold and 3 silver in doubles and singles at tournament that happens at workplace every year.
Marketing executive at college technical fest, was able to bring sponsors from banking sector, total fund was about INR 25lakh. this was done in 2014
won one quiz in 2018, hosted by star plus program sabse smart kaon? at nagpur.
last year i had applied with 700 gmat score for second round of ISB but was rejected

_________________

MeherAbhijeet wrote:Hi All,

Could you please evaluate my profile ( Target School - ISB ).

Age: 25 yr

GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

Educational Qualifications:

M.Tech - 9.32 CGPA - Signal Processing and Machine Learning - IIT, Guwahati
B.Tech - 9.52 CGPA - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering - JNTU, Hyderabad
CLASS XII: 96.7%
CLASS X: 9.7 CGPA
Secured All India Rank - 55 in GATE 2019 Examination

Work Experience:

1.5 Years work experience at Accenture, Japan ( Tokyo Office )

Extra Curricular:

1) Best Delegate Award at MUN ( During B.Tech )
2) Have a first author research paper in an International Machine Learning Conference
3) Passed Japanese language basic level certification exam
4) Actively publish poems and analysis of research papers on personal blog.

👋 Hey MeherAbhijeet,

Here is a detailed profile evaluation for you!

Academic Achievements: Your M.Tech from IIT Guwahati with a CGPA of 9.32 stands out distinctly, especially with a focus on trending fields like Machine Learning. 🤖 Your B.Tech grades and the stellar ranks in school and GATE underline academic excellence.

Professional Exposure: Working at Accenture's Tokyo office affords international experience which is a boon for many global MBA programs. 🌏

Extracurricular & Achievements: Your research paper in an international ML conference is a rare feather in the cap of MBA aspirants. 📄 Coupled with your linguistic skills in Japanese 🇯🇵 and poetic pursuits, it paints the picture of a holistic individual.

School Recommendations:

🌟 Dream: ISB, Duke Fuqua, Michigan Ross
🔵 Competitive: ESSEC, ESCP, Imperial
🟢 Safe: IESEG, Edinburgh, Manchester

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Hello Experts: Please evaluate my profile below:

I plan to apply to INSEAD, ISB, HEC Paris. Open to other schools too.
GMAT: 700
Q 49, V35, IR 5

(Total 51 months by July 2024)

Age: 27 M
Professional Summary:
Job 1 : Mechanical Engineer in Dubai (UAE): Voltas Limited (Construction) (July 2019-Oct-2020) 15 months
Roles: Project Bidding, Budgeting, Tendering and Estimation

6 month buffer in moving back to India to find jobs in Covid.

Job 2: Consultant (EY) (July 2021)-Present
Engagement 1: Handling the merger of 7 Indian subsidiaries of Tata Steel.
Engagement 2: Handling SAP Projects for a Fortune 500 client (Tata Steel) and its subsidiaries across India/Canada/SE Asia/Europe. (I started as an Analyst and got two promotions within 18 months. (36 months experience in this job by July '2024).
A total of 51 months of work experience by July 2024.

Extra Curriculars in Undergrad
1. Leader (AIESEC)- Partnered with local orgs and helped them raise projects which were worked upon by foreign interns. This helped companies increase their cultural diversity. Projects raised were worth ($20000+)
We organized events themed around the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
(Youth Speak Forum-A common platform for college students to interact with industry titans.)
Baalkalakar-Fun day out for kids from local orphanages.

2. Team Lead-ISHRAE-We won a grant ($1500) to design an environment friendly cooling system and created a working prototype. This was from among a team of 100+ teams that applied for the grant throughout the country.

Extra Curriculars in my current job:
EY-Foundation - Mentoring students from underprivileged backgrounds in deciding their future action plans by understanding their inclinations towards various disciplines (Science and Commerce).
Toastmasters International:- Was part of this club while working in Dubai. I do engage with local entities (India) as a part time member.

Educational Summary
Undergrad: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering (2015-19) from a tier 1 college in India. CGPA 7.96; GPA 3.33. (KIIT Bhubaneswar)
10th (ICSE)-86%
12th (ICSE)-79% (Science)

Post MBA Goals:
Get into the bigger consulting firms (McKinsey, BCG, BAIN, L.E.K..) open to generalist roles initially to get an idea of the market.
I look forward to transitioning into senior strategy consulting roles. Operations interest me too.

Hi munindra95,

Your chances of receiving an interview invite are high due to -
1. Consistently good academic track record and well-recognized UG college.
2. Above average GMAT score; improvement shown as a reapplicant
3. Well-rounded personality- extra-curriculars + work experience

Obviously, lot depends on your essays and articulating your improvements as a reapplicant.

On the interview preparation, we've noticed a common challenge with lot of applicants: even post submitting their applications, many struggle with interview questions and lack a clear plan for preparation. Therefore, we suggest you first start by jotting down a comprehensive set of relevant Qs. Introspect and identify key points that you would want to highlight as answers to these Qs. Once you have an idea of key points, participate in multiple mock interview sessions to fine-tune your answers.

We help applicants with the end-to-end interview preparation process (including mock interview sessions). For more information, kindly connect with us for a 15-minute free session through- https://calendly.com/reachusfly/15min/

All the best and hope this helps. We are a bunch of ISB alums who help potential ISB candidates with profile positioning, essay reviews and interview preparation.

With warm regards,
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munindra95 wrote:Hi,
Please evaluate my profile.
Targetting 1st round of ISB.
10th- 91.4% CBSE
12th- 83.83% maharashtra state board
Btech CGPA- 8.45 chemical engineering from IIT BHU, 2016 passout
GMAT score- 730
GATE AIR 90 out of 16000 student
short term goal- consultant in the field of energy and sustainable development
Work ex - 7 years and 1 month current. in IOCL, operations management
Look after day to day workings of operation of converting crude oil into petroleum products.
I have 35 subordinates under me.
Coordinated a shutdown of plant, completed 7 days earlier so saved INR 20 crore for IOCL
Gave suggestions related to processes, one led to savings of INR 5 lakh weekly.
Commissioned new desalter technology, project worth INR 9 crore.
College-
Published 3 articles in small journals about granular flow in 2/3 dimensions.
Presented one paper on conversion of plastic waste into liquid fuel. also converted thermocol into diesel though process was not efficient
extra curricular-
lawn tennis- have won 2 gold and 3 silver in doubles and singles at tournament that happens at workplace every year.
Marketing executive at college technical fest, was able to bring sponsors from banking sector, total fund was about INR 25lakh. this was done in 2014
won one quiz in 2018, hosted by star plus program sabse smart kaon? at nagpur.
last year i had applied with 700 gmat score for second round of ISB but was rejected

Hello scrantonstrangler

You have a pretty balanced profile.
Academic Potential (past scores are decent, though GMAT is just shade below the average of the class), Work experience is strong (good potential for story telling with interesting career progress and achievements along with some international exposure), Diversity is helped by your extracurricular activities and industry (make sure you prove in your essays how these extracurricular activities will help you add value the experience of your batchmates inside and outside the classroom). Career goals is the only place where you need to pick a direction- Operations is vastly different from Management Consulting. Also, research a bit more on the career choice (wrt to Consulting)- what thata career entails, what is needed to get in (for example some companies look at high GMAT scores also). Operations of course is an organic choice (but only if you want to do it) and you should pick a single direction (for essays/interviews at least) to present a leader with clarity of thought.

Best
Varun
MBAkarma.com
+918452954888 (WApp for a quick response)

scrantonstrangler wrote:Hello Experts: Please evaluate my profile below:

I plan to apply to INSEAD, ISB, HEC Paris. Open to other schools too.
GMAT: 700
Q 49, V35, IR 5

(Total 51 months by July 2024)

Age: 27 M
Professional Summary:
Job 1 : Mechanical Engineer in Dubai (UAE): Voltas Limited (Construction) (July 2019-Oct-2020) 15 months
Roles: Project Bidding, Budgeting, Tendering and Estimation

6 month buffer in moving back to India to find jobs in Covid.

Job 2: Consultant (EY) (July 2021)-Present
Engagement 1: Handling the merger of 7 Indian subsidiaries of Tata Steel.
Engagement 2: Handling SAP Projects for a Fortune 500 client (Tata Steel) and its subsidiaries across India/Canada/SE Asia/Europe. (I started as an Analyst and got two promotions within 18 months. (36 months experience in this job by July '2024).
A total of 51 months of work experience by July 2024.

Extra Curriculars in Undergrad
1. Leader (AIESEC)- Partnered with local orgs and helped them raise projects which were worked upon by foreign interns. This helped companies increase their cultural diversity. Projects raised were worth ($20000+)
We organized events themed around the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
(Youth Speak Forum-A common platform for college students to interact with industry titans.)
Baalkalakar-Fun day out for kids from local orphanages.

2. Team Lead-ISHRAE-We won a grant ($1500) to design an environment friendly cooling system and created a working prototype. This was from among a team of 100+ teams that applied for the grant throughout the country.

Extra Curriculars in my current job:
EY-Foundation - Mentoring students from underprivileged backgrounds in deciding their future action plans by understanding their inclinations towards various disciplines (Science and Commerce).
Toastmasters International:- Was part of this club while working in Dubai. I do engage with local entities (India) as a part time member.

Educational Summary
Undergrad: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering (2015-19) from a tier 1 college in India. CGPA 7.96; GPA 3.33. (KIIT Bhubaneswar)
10th (ICSE)-86%
12th (ICSE)-79% (Science)

Post MBA Goals:
Get into the bigger consulting firms (McKinsey, BCG, BAIN, L.E.K..) open to generalist roles initially to get an idea of the market.
I look forward to transitioning into senior strategy consulting roles. Operations interest me too.

scrantonstrangler wrote:Hello Experts: Please evaluate my profile below:

I plan to apply to INSEAD, ISB, HEC Paris. Open to other schools too.
GMAT: 700
Q 49, V35, IR 5

(Total 51 months by July 2024)

Age: 27 M
Professional Summary:
Job 1 : Mechanical Engineer in Dubai (UAE): Voltas Limited (Construction) (July 2019-Oct-2020) 15 months
Roles: Project Bidding, Budgeting, Tendering and Estimation

6 month buffer in moving back to India to find jobs in Covid.

Job 2: Consultant (EY) (July 2021)-Present
Engagement 1: Handling the merger of 7 Indian subsidiaries of Tata Steel.
Engagement 2: Handling SAP Projects for a Fortune 500 client (Tata Steel) and its subsidiaries across India/Canada/SE Asia/Europe. (I started as an Analyst and got two promotions within 18 months. (36 months experience in this job by July '2024).
A total of 51 months of work experience by July 2024.

Extra Curriculars in Undergrad
1. Leader (AIESEC)- Partnered with local orgs and helped them raise projects which were worked upon by foreign interns. This helped companies increase their cultural diversity. Projects raised were worth ($20000+)
We organized events themed around the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
(Youth Speak Forum-A common platform for college students to interact with industry titans.)
Baalkalakar-Fun day out for kids from local orphanages.

2. Team Lead-ISHRAE-We won a grant ($1500) to design an environment friendly cooling system and created a working prototype. This was from among a team of 100+ teams that applied for the grant throughout the country.

Extra Curriculars in my current job:
EY-Foundation - Mentoring students from underprivileged backgrounds in deciding their future action plans by understanding their inclinations towards various disciplines (Science and Commerce).
Toastmasters International:- Was part of this club while working in Dubai. I do engage with local entities (India) as a part time member.

Educational Summary
Undergrad: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering (2015-19) from a tier 1 college in India. CGPA 7.96; GPA 3.33. (KIIT Bhubaneswar)
10th (ICSE)-86%
12th (ICSE)-79% (Science)

Post MBA Goals:
Get into the bigger consulting firms (McKinsey, BCG, BAIN, L.E.K..) open to generalist roles initially to get an idea of the market.
I look forward to transitioning into senior strategy consulting roles. Operations interest me too.

👋 Hey scrantonstrangler,

Here is a detailed profile evaluation for you!

Holistic Experience: The shift from engineering in Dubai to consulting at EY is impactful 🔍. Successfully merging 7 Tata Steel subsidiaries and driving 10% savings showcases adaptability and prowess 📈.

Fast-Track Growth: Rapid promotions at EY in 18 months signal professional excellence 🚀.

Extracurriculars: Leadership in AIESEC, raising $20,000+ 🤝 and the eco-friendly cooling project at ISHRAE, are testament to your proactive nature 🍃.

School Suggestions:
➡️ Dream: INSEAD, HEC Paris, Wharton, ISB, UCLA 🌟
➡️ Competitive: Duke, NYU Stern, USC Marshall 🏆
➡️ Safe: Foster, Sunny Buffalo, University of Illinois 🛡️

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MeherAbhijeet wrote:Hi All,

Could you please evaluate my profile ( Target School - ISB ).

Age: 25 yr

GMAT Score: 690 [Quant:49 , Verbal:34, I.R.: 6 ]

Educational Qualifications:

M.Tech - 9.32 CGPA - Signal Processing and Machine Learning - IIT, Guwahati
B.Tech - 9.52 CGPA - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering - JNTU, Hyderabad
CLASS XII: 96.7%
CLASS X: 9.7 CGPA
Secured All India Rank - 55 in GATE 2019 Examination

Work Experience:

1.5 Years work experience at Accenture, Japan ( Tokyo Office )

Extra Curricular:

1) Best Delegate Award at MUN ( During B.Tech )
2) Have a first author research paper in an International Machine Learning Conference
3) Passed Japanese language basic level certification exam
4) Actively publish poems and analysis of research papers on personal blog.

Hello MeherAbhijeet,

Thanks for writing in.

The CGPA is excellent and the international experience will prove to be a value-adding talking point. The extra-curricular activities also look in good shape; if you are able to weave your strengths into a compelling narrative, you will have a decent shot at bagging an interview call.

Having said the above, considering you will be applying in Round 2, we feel like you can give one more shot at taking the GMAT; frankly, there will be nothing to lose and a better score will only help boost your chances.

Hope this helps.

All the best!
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