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Originally posted by mba_guy
Hi David,
First of all let me tell you that I am quite amazed by the efficiency and accuracy of your replies  .You dont seem to have missed anyone.
I am an engineering graduate from a premier institute in India and I am planning to apply for MBA programs beginning next year.I have some questions regarding my GPA and work experience.
My college has an percentage system and it is extremely difficult to score high marks.So even though my percentage is 67% ,its a comparatively good score as our college topper had around 75%.So will these facts be reflected when I convert to GPA.?..Who does the conversion? ..Should the applicant convert and give or does the admission board convert?..Sorry this might look like a repeated question but I couldnt get a clear answer from any of the posts below.
My work experience is above 3 years,2 years with a major MNC in India and the rest as a consultant in an european company.I have worked and experienced a multitude of cultures during the current course of my employment.(Including most of europe,middle east and US ).Should I highlight these facts in my application..?.Or in other words how pertinent are these facts with regard to my chances of getting admitted ..?
Regarding my GMAT I am expecting to score a 700+ as I am performing relatively well in the preps and sample test.
Expecting a reply from you soon
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Hi and thanks for your inquiry.
Your score is probably pretty good based on what you said. All selective admission committees have ‘specialists’ who are extremely knowledgeable about a particular country, it’s top schools, grading systems, etc. Since you graduated near the top of your class, you will be fine if you compliment this 67% with a good GMAT score.
Without knowing your entire story, I think it is a safe bet that you should probably incorporate your international experiences into one of your selected themes. You are in a very competitive pool though and there will be plenty of other Indian nationals who also have good international experience. As a result, don’t put too much faith into this aspect of your background. Successful applicants from your demographic – and there are plenty of them – will also pack a very potent ‘wow’ factor into their stories.
Best of luck with your applications!
Sincerely,
David Petersam
DPetersam@admissionsconsultants.com
Admissions committee experience from the top b-schools