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Passed National Exams successfully and got 100% scholarship for top University of Georgia (for bachelor degree). Started working in Big4 in audit department, got two double-promotions – leading key projects in the Company (got impressive recommendation letters from director and performance manager). Passed all ACCA and CFA exams without fail.
Target School: StanfordĀ GSB
Considering: Wharton
See More Profiles For: StanfordĀ GSB
Application Status: Open
Undergrad School: Top Business School in Georgia (Country)
Undergrad Major: Finance
GPA: 3.21
GMAT: 720
Age: 27, Ethnicity: White
Other Degree/Certification: Master in Economics, CFA, ACCA
Extracurriculars: Founder of business consulting firm
Title: Manager in Audit Department
Industry: Accounting
Company: Fortune 500
Length of Employment: 6 yrs, 6 mos
Start working as an associate in top private equity firms in the USA, get sufficient relevant experience (for about 3 years) in order to shift to leading Hedge Funds.
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Hi Mr. Finance Man, This is Debbie Choy, GSB alum and Senior Consultant at mbaMission. I think you have a robust background – from leading key projects at a Big 4 firm to passing all credentialing examinations. The Admissions Committee (AdCom) is looking for examples of demonstrated leadership and professional progress – so be sure to include stories that can showcase your leadership style, as well as back this up with strong recommendation letters (which it sounds like you’ve already lined up). Additionally, a school like GSB also looks for intellectually curious and academic top-performers. Your GPA of 3.21 is below the average at GSB, so it could be a concern, especially coupled with a GMAT score that is also slightly below the average at GSB. …
Hi Mr. Finance Man, This is Debbie Choy, GSB alum and Senior Consultant at mbaMission. I think you have a robust background – from leading key projects at a Big 4 firm to passing all credentialing examinations. The Admissions Committee (AdCom) is looking for examples of demonstrated leadership and professional progress – so be sure to include stories that can showcase your leadership style, as well as back this up with strong recommendation letters (which it sounds like you’ve already lined up). Additionally, a school like GSB also looks for intellectually curious and academic top-performers. Your GPA of 3.21 is below the average at GSB, so it could be a concern, especially coupled with a GMAT score that is also slightly below the average at GSB. If there were any circumstances that affected your GPA, I recommend writing an optional essay to let AdCom know. Additionally, consider re-taking the GMAT if you think you can boost your score. A higher than average GMAT could alleviate any potential concerns AdCom might have about your academic capabilities. Assuming you apply with your current GMAT score, I estimate your odds around 5%, a shade below the average acceptance rate at GSB (which is around 6-7%).
Mr. Finance Man, it’s Lisa Cummings of Stratus Admissions. Your story is interesting but your stats are low for GSB. I definitely suggest retaking the GMAT to see if you can add some points to the score. I would also want to know more about your story than these short blurbs can reveal. Accounting firms can be flat organizations. If you haven’t had a few promotions in your 6 years at your firm, you will absolutely need to demonstrate that you have earned increases in responsibility over the years. Schools are very interested in how you have progressed professional so if you don’t have titles to show that you will have to write a good description of how your roles have …
Mr. Finance Man, it’s Lisa Cummings of Stratus Admissions. Your story is interesting but your stats are low for GSB. I definitely suggest retaking the GMAT to see if you can add some points to the score. I would also want to know more about your story than these short blurbs can reveal. Accounting firms can be flat organizations. If you haven’t had a few promotions in your 6 years at your firm, you will absolutely need to demonstrate that you have earned increases in responsibility over the years. Schools are very interested in how you have progressed professional so if you don’t have titles to show that you will have to write a good description of how your roles have evolved. Additionally, you have a masters in econ, experience and certifications as an accountant and now want to pivot into a highly competitive and sought after post MBA roles You will need a solid narrative to help walk the acdomm through your story. What skills have you honed while working as an accountant can be transferred into that new role? I can imagine there are many but you will have to tightly connect the dots. I am also intrigued by your startup- what is/was your client base? Is it still operating? If so, what will happen when you matriculate? It appears that you have a lot of great material to work with. You will need to skillfully craft your essays and short answers to present GSB will the information they are looking for. Best of luck!
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Hi, it’s Jennifer Jackson from Stratus Admissions. You have some solid experience and an unusual background being from Georgia! Your GPA is on the lower side but it is what it is and your GMAT is solid even if a bit lower than their average. I think the biggest concern I’d have is your post-MBA goal of private equity and then on to hedge fund management. This is a tough and very competitive area to get into especially for someone without any experience in that space previously. You’ll need to be very clear how you’ll change communities and change the world through this career path. WHY do you want to go this route? GSB gives you a lot of words in that first essay to really tell the more detailed story behind your interests and career goals. GSB only accepts 6% of applicants. I’d give you a greater shot than the average applicant because of your unique background. Good luck!
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