Candidate:

Mr. Army To MBA

About Me:

I am about 12 months from separating from the military and applying for Round 2 to all the schools listed as well as Notre Dame Mendoza. I have eight years of active service in the Army, including various leadership positions as an Infantryman, Military Intelligence Officer, and support to Special Operations.

Schools:

Target School: Duke Fuqua

Considering: Kenan-Flagler, Ross, McCombs School of Business, Darden, Owen Graduate School of Management

See More Profiles For: Duke Fuqua

Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: Norwich University

Undergrad Major: History

GPA: 3.0

GMAT: 680

Age: 31, Ethnicity: White

Extracurriculars: Deloitte Core Leadership Program | Volunteer Youth Baseball Coach

Work History:

Title: Company Commander

Industry: Government / Military

Company: Army

Length of Employment: 8 yrs, 1 mos

Big Life Wins:

On a personal note, I am a husband and father of two boys, and what I can do for them will always be my biggest priority. As a professional, I have excelled in every position I have held in the Army, and have been able to develop immensely strong soft skills such as interpersonal communication and leadership.

Post MBA Goal:

I plan to pursue a career in consulting after my MBA, with the long-term goal of moving into operational management in the sports or hospitality industries.