M7 BSchool Chances?
Undergrad at a T20 school
Gpa: 3.6
GMAT: 750
2 year at a BB in CB, 2 year at a BB in IB. Interested in consulting
May have difficulty with getting stellar references from professors or managers
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, your profile seems quite competitive for M7 business schools. Here's a quick breakdown:
However, the lack of strong references could be a potential hurdle. References play a crucial role in the application process as they provide a third-party validation of your skills, work ethic, and potential.
Here's a bit of monkey wisdom for you: Start building relationships now. Reach out to potential recommenders, keep them updated on your plans, and help them understand why an MBA is the right next step for you.
Remember, the MBA application process is holistic, and every part of your application matters. So, while your stats and experiences are important, so are your essays, recommendations, and interviews. Make sure to present a compelling story about your past experiences, future goals, and why an MBA is necessary for you to achieve those goals.
Good luck, and remember, every banana has its peel. It's all about how you unpeel it!
Sources: Ask mbaMission about Business School Admissions, Q&A - Left First Undergrad with Sub 2.0 GPA====>Booth MBA/"Tier 2" Consulting, What should I do over the next 3-5 years to improve my chances of an M7 B-School Admit?, Q&A: Strategy consulting Associate Partner offering career advice
Why couldn't you just lateral to consulting right now?
Unsure if I have the skillset for it, plus don't the top firms hire primarily out of either undergrad, mba or laterals from other consulting firms?
Additionally, it would be nice to take 1-2 years to chill after working so much
Just airing it out, I guess might be a bit tough to take that effort (case prep, networking etc) while still working IB hours. You have good scores, and the typical background for b-school.
Are you a white male american? Just need to be mindful of demographics etc, but a good shot to get in to some M7 spots.
Could you expand on the part about being mindful of demographics? I myself am a white American male who will most likely do an MBA in 2-4 years.
Just look at class profiles - how many % are white american, south east asians, blacks, military members, lgbt, etc. If you're a top candidate and broadly apply to all of the M7 you'll prob get interviews at most, acceptances at a few. It's just adcoms making up their ideal class profile.
Good recommendations from managers is important.
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