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[hsiang2000]

Hi David,

Thanks for spending so much time replying the messages. I'd really appreciate your insight on my chance on getting into Harvard, Wharton, or MIT given my profile. If it is going to be a stretch, what's the next best school that you'd recommend.

1. Undergrad: University of Texas, Austin.
Major: Computer Sciences
GPA: 3.65

2. GMAT: 740 (one attempt) Quant: 95% Verbal: 91% (I'm Asian American)

3. Working Experience: 5 Yrs. eBiz consulting, web development, health industry. From newbie to tech lead.

4. Extra curriculum: Treasure assistant with Asian Chamber of Commerce.

5. Possible wow factors: Finished undergrad in 3 years with an internship at IBM. 11th in Texas UIL math state competition. 1st in the region competition.

Thanks for your help.

[maelstrom]

Hello David,

Here is my profile :-
Nationality - Indian
GMAT Score - 720
GPA - 3.9 ( Non - IIT but a well known University )
Major - Computer Science and Engineering
Plan to apply for fall 2007
Graduated in 2004, so will have 3 years of work - experience by 2007.

I currently have nearly one year of work experience in a very good Software R&D firm in Bangalore. I may get a promotion at the end of this. But the trouble is I don't get to interact much with people ( as I am in R&D ) and leading a team in our company is a distant dream.

To make my case stronger, I thought of moving over to a new small scale industry that my cousin is planning to open. This will be an Electronics/Electrical industry, nothing to do with Computer Science and Engineering. But I will be in a management position and may be learn a thing or two in manufacturing.

Is making the move advisable? Will it reflect badly on my resume?

[malkoti]

Hi David

It would be great (for me ) if you could have a little glimpse @ my profile snapshot; & see if I can make it to top B-schools?

I am yet to appear for GMAT exam,though it feels nice to be confident of 700+ score.(_glee)

Tentative GMAT Exam Date: December 2005
Date for Applying to Colleges: 2007



Work-Experience:

Software Engg - One of the top 5 Indian Software Companies .
Have just started as fresher, so have another 2 years to climb up ranks.

Education:

1. PostGraduation - Computers Aggregate Score - 83% (Amongst TOP 5 Students throughout the curriculum)

2. Graduation - Biology - 60% (One of those weaklings of my application )

3. School - 88%

(Note : You must be aware GPA standard not followed in Indian Univ., so coudnt reach to a conclusive GPA value!!)


Community Service:

1. Founder Member - school for mentally disable children.
Involvement since 2 years.
(Would be around 4 years at time of applying to colleges.)

2. Active Member- World WildLife Forum @Graduation Level

3. Active Member- HelpAge India@ SchoolLevel



Sports:

1. Red&Black Belt- Taekwondo- Medals at State Level Championships

2. Loads of Medals@ Zonal level Competitions.

3. Sports Captain @School

4. Best Athlete @College

5. Certified River Rafting Guide.


Extra- Curriculur:

1. Founder Member- Adventure Club @ Current Organisation.

2. Founder Member- Community Service Club @ Current Organisation.

3. Trained Salsa Dancer.(A few prizes to boast of!!)


Entrepreneur Skills:

Managing Partner - Outdoor Sports Company (Rafting/Rapelling), employing 30 people.
Clientale includes British/French nationals.


Positions Held:

1. Secretary- Students' Council (PostGraduation)
2. Vice President - Students' Council (Graduation)
3. Captain - Students' Council (School)

Languages:
English, French


I wonder If it looks like a resume for a job ? just a way to take less of your time though.()

I still have another 2 years to make it more attractive (read acceptable ).
Would be great if you could suggest me ways to enhance it & incorporate that "wow" factor in my profile )


Regards
-Malkoti

[AdmissionsConsultants]

Originally Posted by Atul

Sir,

Does applying to a school for MBA where you have done your masters help a lot? For example will a Berkeley MS in Engineering graduate get some preferance when he applied to Haas for MBA - considering his performance was good during graduate studies.
Waiting eagerly for your kind advice..

Hi and thanks for your inquiry.

There is no truth to this assertion. Indeed, sometimes schools like their graduates to go elsewhere for continued education to give them exposure to different learning models. Additionally, all admissions committees will view a transcript from a program such as Berkeley's MS Engineering similarly.

Best of luck with your applications!

Sincerely,

David Petersam
DPetersam@admissionsconsultants.com
703.242.5885

Admissions committee experience from the top b-schools

[AdmissionsConsultants]

Originally Posted by hsiang2000

Hi David,

Thanks for spending so much time replying the messages. I'd really appreciate your insight on my chance on getting into Harvard, Wharton, or MIT given my profile. If it is going to be a stretch, what's the next best school that you'd recommend.

1. Undergrad: University of Texas, Austin.
Major: Computer Sciences
GPA: 3.65

2. GMAT: 740 (one attempt) Quant: 95% Verbal: 91% (I'm Asian American)

3. Working Experience: 5 Yrs. eBiz consulting, web development, health industry. From newbie to tech lead.

4. Extra curriculum: Treasure assistant with Asian Chamber of Commerce.

5. Possible wow factors: Finished undergrad in 3 years with an internship at IBM. 11th in Texas UIL math state competition. 1st in the region competition.

Thanks for your help.

Hi and thanks for your inquiry.

With well-prepared applications, I see no reason why you can't be competitive at the schools you mentioned. Your career progression, extracurriculars, and academic qualifications all seem to be on par with successful applicants to the top schools.

I hope it goes without saying that one aspect of a well-prepared application is ensuring you are a good 'fit' with the target school.

Best of luck with your applications!

Sincerely,

David Petersam
DPetersam@admissionsconsultants.com
703.242.5885

Admissions committee experience from the top b-schools

[AdmissionsConsultants]

Originally Posted by maelstrom

Hello David,

Here is my profile :-
Nationality - Indian
GMAT Score - 720
GPA - 3.9 ( Non - IIT but a well known University )
Major - Computer Science and Engineering
Plan to apply for fall 2007
Graduated in 2004, so will have 3 years of work - experience by 2007.

I currently have nearly one year of work experience in a very good Software R&D firm in Bangalore. I may get a promotion at the end of this. But the trouble is I don't get to interact much with people ( as I am in R&D ) and leading a team in our company is a distant dream.

To make my case stronger, I thought of moving over to a new small scale industry that my cousin is planning to open. This will be an Electronics/Electrical industry, nothing to do with Computer Science and Engineering. But I will be in a management position and may be learn a thing or two in manufacturing.

Is making the move advisable? Will it reflect badly on my resume?

Hi Sumanth and thanks for your inquiry.

If the move will place you closer to your post-MBA career goals, I think it sounds like a wonderful opportunity.

Best of luck with your applications!

Sincerely,

David Petersam
DPetersam@admissionsconsultants.com
703.242.5885

Admissions committee experience from the top b-schools

[AdmissionsConsultants]

Originally Posted by malkoti

Hi David

It would be great (for me ) if you could have a little glimpse @ my profile snapshot; & see if I can make it to top B-schools?

I am yet to appear for GMAT exam,though it feels nice to be confident of 700+ score.(_glee)

Tentative GMAT Exam Date: December 2005
Date for Applying to Colleges: 2007



Work-Experience:

Software Engg - One of the top 5 Indian Software Companies .
Have just started as fresher, so have another 2 years to climb up ranks.

Education:

1. PostGraduation - Computers Aggregate Score - 83% (Amongst TOP 5 Students throughout the curriculum)

2. Graduation - Biology - 60% (One of those weaklings of my application )

3. School - 88%

(Note : You must be aware GPA standard not followed in Indian Univ., so coudnt reach to a conclusive GPA value!!)


Community Service:

1. Founder Member - school for mentally disable children.
Involvement since 2 years.
(Would be around 4 years at time of applying to colleges.)

2. Active Member- World WildLife Forum @Graduation Level

3. Active Member- HelpAge India@ SchoolLevel



Sports:

1. Red&Black Belt- Taekwondo- Medals at State Level Championships

2. Loads of Medals@ Zonal level Competitions.

3. Sports Captain @School

4. Best Athlete @College

5. Certified River Rafting Guide.


Extra- Curriculur:

1. Founder Member- Adventure Club @ Current Organisation.

2. Founder Member- Community Service Club @ Current Organisation.

3. Trained Salsa Dancer.(A few prizes to boast of!!)


Entrepreneur Skills:

Managing Partner - Outdoor Sports Company (Rafting/Rapelling), employing 30 people.
Clientale includes British/French nationals.


Positions Held:

1. Secretary- Students' Council (PostGraduation)
2. Vice President - Students' Council (Graduation)
3. Captain - Students' Council (School)

Languages:
English, French


I wonder If it looks like a resume for a job ? just a way to take less of your time though.()

I still have another 2 years to make it more attractive (read acceptable ).
Would be great if you could suggest me ways to enhance it & incorporate that "wow" factor in my profile )


Regards
-Malkoti

Hi Malkoti and thanks for your inquiry.

It appears you are well on your way to presenting a competitive candidacy to the top 25 U.S. b-schools. It's beyond the scope of what I can do here on this discussion board, but I'll be glad to assign you to a consultant who can conduct a pre admissions consultation and ensure you optimally position yourself and begin to cultivate a strong 'wow' factor.

Best of luck with your applications!

Sincerely,

David Petersam
DPetersam@admissionsconsultants.com
703.242.5885

Admissions committee experience from the top b-schools

[Bright]

Hi David!!

Really!, you are providing us very very useful information.... I am new to this forum, that's why asking!!!!!
Could you please assess qualifications for getting admitted into Canadian business schools also?????

[malkoti]

Thanks David !


Your motivating reply has given me a thrust I needed to take the plunge!
It would be a pleasure to receive more guidance from you regarding availing the consultation.

Warm Regards
-Malkoti

[maelstrom]

Hello David.

Thanks for your reply. I am based in Bangalore, India. Do you know anybody here who can conduct a pre admissions consultation and help me develop the necessary "wow" factor in the next couple of years?

- Sumanth