Test Scores (GMAT/GRE): 161Q - 164V last taken in 2018. I hope to improve next summer with 165+ for each.
Undegrad GPA: 3.71 - Marketing Top 20 Public University
Graduate GPA: 3.65 - Analytics - Top 5 Program
Research Experience: 2 papers accepted to conference, 1 in process of publication to top 10 journal.
Teaching Experience: TA for Regression Analysis (grad)
Work Experience: Sales 3+ years
Concentration Applying to: Consumer Behavior
Number of programs planned to apply to: 10-15
Dream Schools: Maryland, Duke - Fuqua, UChicago
Other Questions:
What made you want to pursue a PhD?
I fortunately had a few great professors at my b-school who encouraged me to pursue a PhD. I am passionate about research (which I am aware is a given for most if not all candidates), but I also would like to be the mentor for future students, like the ones I had. My research interests are rooted in how marketing and society connect, as well as sustainability and technology.
Questions or concerns you have about your profile?
I am aware that the MSc in Analytics aligns more closely with the quant track, but I did not have a strong background in mathematics from my undergraduate degree and I felt that it was necessary to bolster my quantitative background. I haven't done as much research yet on the research interests of top-20 programs, but I felt that the three above were strong in CB. Is there any chance based on my profile? Would you have any suggestions for programs that align with macro marketing?