chances for getting in

[wallburg]

hello everyone. I found this forum about a week ago and the information is excellent.

I am preparing to go to grad school and have some concerns about my ability to get in.

I have not taken the GMAT yet but in all of my practices I have scored 700 - 720. My undergrad degree was an EE but my GPA was only a 2.6. I was working two jobs totalling 60 hours a week as part of my scholarship requirement and to pay for rent, books, food, etc.

I currently work as a manager at a steel mill where i manage both maintenance and operations personel. I have been working here for about 4 years and have worked on several projects. anyone who has worked in manufacturing, especially with a union, understands the vast personalities and tasks involved in day to day work.

I spend alot of time volunteering with big brothers/big sisters and with tutoring teens with an after school program in my city.

I have references from my current boss and a professor from undergrad.

I wanted to know what are my realistic chances of getting into a MBA program?

[KGI_admissions]

Which schools are you applying to?


As you gain more years of management experience, undergraduate GPA becomes less of an issue. The GMAT will be an important factor in your review since you've been out of school for at least four years, right?

Also, letters of recommendation are critical. Make sure they are strong and speak to your management, interpersonal, team-work, and/or time-management skills.

I used to volunteer for BBBS also; it was a rewarding experience. For MBA school, you might also want to join some local professional associations. It's a good way to expand your network and possibly further develop your professional skills.