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Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools?

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Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools? [#permalink] Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools?   Updated on: 21 Jul 2013, 04:24
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Originally posted by Beckham123 on 19 May 2013, 04:35.
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Re: Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools? [#permalink] Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools?   19 May 2013, 05:20
770 + 3.9 + blue-chip company + URM = a great shot at any of the top schools. All of them will give you a chance at MBB, so I'd suggest thinking about what you want to get outside the classroom (e.g., tight-knit class) and form your list based on that.
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Re: Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools? [#permalink] Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools?   19 May 2013, 18:30
Pakistanis are usually underrepresented at business schools, and with your solid numbers & work experience, you should get into a Top5 school. I think it will come down to how you execute your application and interview.
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Re: Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools? [#permalink] Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools?   20 May 2013, 10:42
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With a 770 and a 3.9 from a top university and working for a firm like Unilever ( I worked for J&J Consumer prior to HBS), you have a shot at all the schools. Your number of years of WE is below average, but you can always re apply in a couple of years with additional accomplishments if necessary.

Go for it!

Culture is key, so do your research on their community feel and location. You may very well get a merit scholarship outside of the top 3.

Good Luck,
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Re: Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools? [#permalink] Pakistani marketeer 750+ gmat - 3.9 GPA - which schools?   20 May 2013, 22:45
Hi,

KUDOS on your GMAT!! :)

Although you have a good GMAT and GPA, your work experience is on lower side. Therefore, I agree with your decision for applying in b-schools after 2 yrs. You may showcase your achievements at work place and leadership skills in application essays and demonstrate professionalism and ability to work with others during final interviews. Well written application essays will strengthen your scholarship chances as well.

As you have lot of time, so I would suggest you to do research on b-schools and connect with alumni to get more insights on b-school(s) you would be applying to.

Let me know in case of any assistance required. You may PM your details for free profile evaluation or selection of b-school.

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Beckham123 wrote:
Hi guys,

I'm considering applying to Bschool for the class of 2016- and after reading a lot of your very in-depth answers to questions related to admissions- I thought i'd put up my case, and request you to help direct me to which schools I should apply to. Please find below my profile:

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- WE - 2 years experience in Marketing at Unilever, one of Pak's largest FMCGs. (3 years by matriculation), Managed one of UL's largest brand's relaunch. Now ABM on very-small-brand and managing a turn-around on a struggling brand. Already managed to improve Gross Margins in 3 months (key company agenda for the year) through cross-functional project. Now working on recouping volume growth - should have good news in a couple of months on this too. Entrepreneurial experience on the side- fashion apparel export venture.

- GMAT: 770; GPA: 3.9 - graduated top of class from LUMS BSc (LUMS is Pak's highest ranked university). My majors were Accounting & Finance. I managed to attain a fully funded scholarship to study at LUMS- since my financial background isn't great. Also, went on an undergrad exchange program to Japan - where we spent 6 months with students from 20+ countries (funded entirely by Mitsubishi Corp). So that I feel would cover global exposure partially.

- Extra curricular Leadership: Presidency of ShARE- LUMS. We achieved a lot- membership applications grew by 250% compared to last year - also, we placed 3 junior members into Int'l VP positions in Share global - we got a sponsorship for research, and churned out 16 research pieces. Arranged for a live lecture by Dan Ariely- renowned behavioral economist.
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I've generally been advised to target top 10 schools. What set of schools would you recommend? Some of my personal preferences are:

- Aim to get into management consultancy
- Very important factor is funding - I'm very focused on having the least possible debt (which means I'd be happy to attend a 10-ranked program over an H/S, if i get a better deal)
- I've read about schools like Tuck and Darden, and like the sense of community that strong class sizes engender-

Looking forward to your thoughts!
Thanks
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