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Hi Puys,

I am looking for the best possible MBA abroad with my profile. I would be really thankful to all who can help.
I am not a topper of my class but had been an all-rounder through out my career.
I scored:

X-74.2% GPA-3.5
XII-78.6% GPA-3.5
BE-72.09% GPA-3.5

I am currently working under a construction company as an associate manager, also given d responsibility by the MD, to analyze and enhance his political ventures. Here, I and my team members analyse different perspective of the He has also given me the responsibility to prepare business pitches and develop the business by guiding the team members of MD's Medicos company. I have been working here since May 2012. I have cleared the level I exam for french from French Alliance.

I had been selected in Indian Air Force for all its 3 branches (viz. Flying, Administrative and Technical) , but could not join due to Congenital medical problem of spine. Later on I was also selected for the Indian Army and even had the Joining instructions but did not join because a Major who already was serving and also a pass-out of OTA Chennai suggested not to join as it is one of the toughest military academies in Asia. He said my problem of Spine can aggravate and nobody listens to you, once u got there. However, I always wanted to join the armed forces especially the IAF.

I have been an active sports personnel in my school and college life. Won the Inter-district Quiz Competition organised by the Institute of Engineers. I was the Vice-Captain of my College Cricket team represented the college at State level Cricket Tournament and won the District Level Tournament. Won Badminton and Volleyball tournament for my department in inter-Departmental Sports meet. In school, played various sports Football, Volleyball, Cricket, Kho-Kho and Kabbaddi and won different Competitions respectively. Also won a prize in Science exhibition at district level.

Now I wish to join the best possible B school for my PG. I am mainly aiming at LBS, OXFORD, Cambridge, Imperial College London,etc. in UK. I know that It is nearly impossible for me to get into Harvard and Stanford, but i am looking at other top B schools in US. Although if I can get an admission to any B School which features in top 30 in the world and which outside US and UK I will also consider that option. And therefore require help from u ppl. Kindly suggest and help.

Thanx in advance 😃
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Hi Puys,

I am looking for the best possible MBA abroad with my profile. I would be really thankful to all who can help.

I am not a topper of my class but had been an all-rounder through out my career.

I scored:

X-74.2% GPA-3.5

XII-78.6% GPA-3.5

BE-72.09% GPA-3.5

I am currently working under a construction company as an associate manager, also given d responsibility by the MD, to analyze and enhance his political ventures. Here, I and my team members analyse different perspective of the He has also given me the responsibility to prepare business pitches and develop the business by guiding the team members of MD's Medicos company. I have been working here since May 2012. I have cleared the level I exam for french from French Alliance.

I had been selected in Indian Air Force for all its 3 branches (viz. Flying, Administrative and Technical) , but could not join due to Congenital medical problem of spine. Later on I was also selected for the Indian Army and even had the Joining instructions but did not join because a Major who already was serving and also a pass-out of OTA Chennai suggested not to join as it is one of the toughest military academies in Asia. He said my problem of Spine can aggravate and nobody listens to you, once u got there. However, I always wanted to join the armed forces especially the IAF.

I have been an active sports personnel in my school and college life. Won the Inter-district Quiz Competition organised by the Institute of Engineers. I was the Vice-Captain of my College Cricket team represented the college at State level Cricket Tournament and won the District Level Tournament. Won Badminton and Volleyball tournament for my department in inter-Departmental Sports meet. In school, played various sports Football, Volleyball, Cricket, Kho-Kho and Kabbaddi and won different Competitions respectively. Also won a prize in Science exhibition at district level.

Now I wish to join the best possible B school for my PG. I am mainly aiming at LBS, OXFORD, Cambridge, Imperial College London,etc. in UK. I know that It is nearly impossible for me to get into Harvard and Stanford, but i am looking at other top B schools in US. Although if I can get an admission to any B School which features in top 30 in the world and which outside US and UK I will also consider that option. And therefore require help from u ppl. Kindly suggest and help.

Thanx in advance 😃

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Hi guys ,

Tomorrow i am going to start my gmat prepration from OG 13. Any guidance for me..... first i have to go through OG then mock.

Pls suggest me...

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GMAT preparation
Hi folks, planning to go for GMAT in 2014, and I am very much new to GMAT preparation. Please provide suggestions for books, online material to start.

Thanks
spursue

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Hello Neha,


I am looking out for information related to preparation for GMAT. I have an experience of 7.5 years in a software product base company and desire to take admission in Executive MBA in ISB Hyderabad.

It will be really helpful for me to get guidance and information about the books, notes and relevant software for practice tests for GMAT preparation.

Please provide your suggestions and inputs.

Thanks a lot in advance.

Regards,
Saurabh
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hi guys...i wil be starting preparing for my GMAT....need some suggestions on coaching institute...

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hi guys...i have heard about ******** in hyderabad for gmat...can anyone share there experiences of this institute

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hi guys...i have heard about crack isb in hyderabad for gmat...can anyone share there experiences of this institute

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Hey , I am new to Pagalguy.. I wrote my GMAT earlier and my score was a horrible 490.. I dont know what to do of it.. I badly need to apply for the fall 2014 batch.. Can I send the applications & then take the test again and resend my scores.? Should I apply with the present score.? I have decent academics I guess.

B.E: 7.65

WORK EX: 36 months in a leadership role.

10th: 70

12th: 72.6

I feel so depressed. Will the university give me enough time to retake my exam? please help me

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Hi Guys,


I am planning to take my GMAT arnd march/april. I havent started my preps yet but i wanted to know about the free online tests which are available . Could anyone tell me abt it pls.

Thanks
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Ma'am,

Is it possible to prepare for GMAT in 2 months, while still in college?
I'm good at Quant, just fast actually, but I think I can crack all the questions. My English is average.
I'm aiming for an MFin course abroad.

Please reply. Thank you.


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Hi Ma'am,

I am currently in my final year of engineering (Computer Science and Engineering) at Vellore Institute of Technology.

I am aspiring to get through EEO at ISB or simliar programs at oder B-Schools and will be giving GMAT for the same next year.

It will be really helpful for me to get guidance and information about the books, notes and relevant software for practice tests for GMAT preparation.

Kindly provide your input and suggestions.

My Profile:

Xth : 87.23 (Mahrashtra Board)
XIIth : 73.07 (Rajasthan Board)
B.Tech : CGPA : 9.0 / 10

Extra-curricullars : 1. Founder and President of Technology and Gaming Society at VIT University.
2. PR Intern and Volunteer at 2 NGOs - Make A Difference (M.A.D) and AYUDA
3. Core-Committee member at Debate Society and English Literary Association at V.I.T University
4. Editorial Committee Co-ordinator for College Fests
5. Event Co-ordinator for Various events for college fest.

Currently have a job offer from Schneider Electric and will be working dere from next year.

Kindly provide your input and suggestions.


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hi i am taking gmat 2014 in january probably i wanted to ask what is the funda with 31 days and retake? it is the same as NMIMS that you can take retakes in a year without paying again again or you can take exam again by registering freshly?rolleyes

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Hi Neha. First of all congratulations! I am planning too give GMAT somewhere in 2014. I am a software engineer with 4+ years of experience. This will be my first attempt at GMAT so have my doubts on where to start and how to manage studying while working.

Im aspiring to get through a one year MBA at IIM or ISB or an equivalent degree from MBA schools abroad (well cost is the limiting factor here)

It will be helpful if you can share some tips on how to start, study materials and guidance thereafter if it permits you.

Thanks,

Rathish

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Hi,

I planning for giving GMAT.
Please suggest some prep resources