Candidate:

Mr. Firmware Engineer

About Me:

I work with a global semiconductor company, in a purely technical role on various android based mobile platforms as a firmware engineer. I handle software development and work with a lot of cross-functional teams. I am hoping to leverage my MBA, my technical education, and experiences, to transition to product management.

I am looking for guidance related to my profile, and my essays.

Schools:

Target School: Wharton

Considering: Chicago Booth, Kellogg SOM, Darden, Tepper, Ross

See More Profiles For: Wharton

Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: National Institute of Technology, Rourkela

Undergrad Major: Electrical Engineering

GPA: 9.04 (scale of 10)

GMAT: 730

Age: 26, Ethnicity: Asian or Indian

Extracurriculars:

Work History:

Title: Senior Engineer

Industry: Technology

Company: Fortune 500

Length of Employment: 2 yrs, 7 mos

Title: Kalkitech Commincations

Industry: Technology

Company: Start-Up

Length of Employment: 1 yr, 3 mos

Big Life Wins:

– Designed and led a lot of code features that helped reduce the overall power consumption of a mobile/wearable device.
– Worked with a lot of cross-functional teams to deliver regularly while working on stringent deadlines.

Post MBA Goal:

I work in the technology sector where my role right now is completely technical. I would like to move to a role that is more business-oriented. I am looking forward to continuing working in the technology sector in a product management role. I am sure an MBA would help me rounded my existing technical skills to get into this career path.

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mbaMission Odds Assessment: 20%

Hi Mr. Firmware Engineer,
I like that you have a clear vision for your future and how an MBA can help you get there! This is Debbie Choy from mbaMission. I think you have a lot of strengths in your profile – robust academics, strong work background including collaborating with cross-functional teams, and clear career goals. I don’t see any Extracurriculars listed – don’t underestimate these in your MBA applications. If you’re able to show that you’re engaged / giving back to your community, ideally in a volunteer leadership role with a local nonprofit or community organization, that will strengthen your profile even more. Wharton is looking for a track record of leadership – during undergrad, at work, and outside of work. Any chance you can …

Hi Mr. Firmware Engineer,
I like that you have a clear vision for your future and how an MBA can help you get there! This is Debbie Choy from mbaMission. I think you have a lot of strengths in your profile – robust academics, strong work background including collaborating with cross-functional teams, and clear career goals. I don’t see any Extracurriculars listed – don’t underestimate these in your MBA applications. If you’re able to show that you’re engaged / giving back to your community, ideally in a volunteer leadership role with a local nonprofit or community organization, that will strengthen your profile even more. Wharton is looking for a track record of leadership – during undergrad, at work, and outside of work. Any chance you can get to demonstrate leadership experiences (organizing people, managing projects / budgets, organizing events, etc), the stronger your application. The good news is it is not too late to start now, even if you’re applying to R1 this fall. Having a few months of community engagement under your belt is better than none. If you wish to discuss your profile in more detail, please feel free to schedule a 1:1 free consultation with us. Wishing you the best in your application journey!

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