Candidate:

Mr. Houston Texas

About Me:

I was born and raised in Houston, TX, and was a fourth-generation student of Texas A&M University where I secured my degree from the Dwight Look College of Engineering. Right out of college, I began a leadership program that took me to Oklahoma City and now has me back home in Houston. I’m an avid sports fan, watch enthusiast, and outdoorsman.

Schools:

Target School: Rice Business

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Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: Texas A&M University

Undergrad Major: Industrial Engineering

GPA: 3.07

GMAT: 730

Age: 25, Ethnicity: White

Extracurriculars: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Volunteer

Work History:

Title: Supply Chain Associate

Industry: Manufacturing

Company: Fortune 500

Length of Employment: 2 yrs, 3 mos

Big Life Wins:

Through my two year, early career rotational leadership program, I have received perfect review scores at all midterm and end of rotation review points. I have worked in strategic sourcing, continuous improvement, and materials management. I have my Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and APICS Certification in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM).

Post MBA Goal:

Would like to work in a strategy type role for a company in industry or a management consulting firm in Houston, TX.

Odds:

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mbaMission Odds Assessment: 50%

Hi, it’s Nisha from mbaMission. 4 generations at A&M – that’s quite a history! I think overall, even though you’re a bit early in your career, I think your strong performance and above average GMAT score should put you in solid contention for Rice. Even though your GMAT score will help offset it, I would still address your lower GPA in the application’s optional essay, in a way that shows ownership and responsibility. Also in your application, make it clear your intent to remain in the Houston area post-MBA (since that will further reinforce why you’re drawn to Rice), and paint a multidimensional view of yourself by highlighting your volunteer impact in addition to your professional accomplishments. Hope that helps …

Hi, it’s Nisha from mbaMission. 4 generations at A&M – that’s quite a history! I think overall, even though you’re a bit early in your career, I think your strong performance and above average GMAT score should put you in solid contention for Rice. Even though your GMAT score will help offset it, I would still address your lower GPA in the application’s optional essay, in a way that shows ownership and responsibility. Also in your application, make it clear your intent to remain in the Houston area post-MBA (since that will further reinforce why you’re drawn to Rice), and paint a multidimensional view of yourself by highlighting your volunteer impact in addition to your professional accomplishments. Hope that helps – best of luck!

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