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Hi, Kindly review my profile. Xth: 86%, XIIth: 81.50%, BE: 60%. Work experience: 3.5 years in a Multistate Co-Op Bank as a Credit Officer. Not attempted GMAT yet.
Please review my profile.
Acads:
X th - 96% - District 3rd - State 11th
XII th - 98% - State 1st - Received Chief Minister Award
CA - Cleared all 3 levels (CPT, IPC and Finals) in 1st Attempt
B.Comm - Distinction (pursued via correspondence)
Work-ex:
Worked as an AVP in a Leading Inv Bank for 51 months.
Currently practicing CA.
Extra-curricular:
State and District level Chess Player
Pursued literary competitions throughout school and won prizes.
Part of various initiatives to help women & childern during my corporate role
ISB PGP Application Essay Analysis: Class of 2021 (2020 intake)
ISB’s application portal is now live for its PGP class of 2021 (2020 intake).
The components of the application are pretty much the same as last year. After modifying the language of the essays in 2018 (for 2019 intake), ISB has retained the same set of essays. The key elements that ISB is looking for in you remain the same - diversity, differentiated skills, need for an MBA, etc. Here’s our take on the two essays,
Essay 1: At ISB we value diversity as it enhances both the in-class and out of class learning experience. Tell us how would you contribute to the same? (400 words)
This is the classic ‘Why you’ essay wherein ISB gives you ample opportunities to demonstrate your skills and achievements albeit it has spelt out ‘diversity’ very clearly. Hence, a little more thought is required on what you construe as ‘diversity’. Apart from that, this one is similar to the ones asked in previous years with different use of words. For instance,
· 2013: Please make a strong case to differentiate yourself from an exceptional set of applicants applying for PGP
· 2012: If we were to admit one more student to the class of 2012, make a compelling argument as to why that student should be you?
· 2011: Give 3 reasons as to why you should be selected to the class of 2011.
These reasons should ideally differentiate you from the applicant pool and should be backed with some data.
There should be two underlying themes in your essay:
· Your achievements highlighting your merit and differentiation or the diversity you bring to the class
· How would you contribute to the overall experience of your peers and ISB as a whole
Your ‘themes’ should be underpinned by concrete examples and the attributes highlighted in those. You should not mention more than 2-3 attributes so that you can articulate well within the world limit. These examples could be personal or professional, pick them based on overall impact your actions had. Also, remember that the areas covered in these essays complement other parts of your application.
Essay 2: Enrolling in a Business School is an important career decision. Critically look at your career to date, the choices you have made, the key influences behind those choices, your goals for the future and how do you think ISB's PGP can help you in achieving your goals? (300 words)
This is the ‘Why PGP’ or ‘Why MBA’ essay and ISB wants to know how it would enable you to achieve your goals. This essay should cover WHAT are your goals; HOW a PGP fits in the picture and WHY ISB is your choice. The space could be a challenge in this essay given there’s a lot to fit in.
You should start with your overall experience so far and career plans in the short and long term. Make sure to articulate the linkage between your past and the future you envision for yourself, i.e. why you want a particular career path. Also, try to be specific about the industry or role you target.
Then the focus should be on how a PGP from ISB fill the gaps between where you are and where you would like to be. This is your opportunity to showcase the research you’ve conducted on ISB. Avoid mentioning things such as world-class faculty and infrastructure, networking, etc. Instead, be specific - cover specific clubs, events and courses which would help your achieve your goals.
Overall, be specific and to the point. Remember, brevity is key!
Good luck!
Regards,
Team S4G
www.strategy4gmat.com | An ISB alumni venture | Ph: +91 7087234600
What does it take for a standout ISB essay?
Well, there is good news and bad news!
First, the bad news is that there is no one formula and there is no one right way. And the good news is that there is only one story you have to write, YOURS!
Whether you’re in Automotive Ops and want to move into Consulting, or you’re a chip R&D engineer who wants to move into Product Management, your own story is what the Admissions team would love to hear! So, do not make it sound like you’re already a consulting fit or already a product management fit. If you were, why would you want to join ISB and spend a bomb?
But if you were aware about yourself, you sure would have knowledge gaps? Or maybe lack of opportunities by virtue of network or geographical constraints? And you are 100% sure there is no faster way to get yourself up-to speed and fill the gaps but through 1 year at ISB! Does that sound like a better story?
Or
Maybe you already love what you were doing and you would want to grow on the path you already chose, then are you looking for acceleration? So that when you’re out in the world again after the MBA, you have a pole position on the race day!
There are a million right stories and there is only one YOU. A standout essay is the one that breaks into your past professional and personal fears/concerns/awareness and comes out a winner in the end (with a clear plan), such that not only you would but also ISB would benefit from you.
Dear all,
A gentle reminder that ISB Round 1 deadline is on September 15th 2019. Please visit: http://www.apphelp.co.in/ISB-deadlines.htm for more information and http://www.apphelp.co.in/ISB-Essays.htm for sample essays.
Regards,
Team Apphelp.
Apphelp : India's #1 MBA admissions consultancy | Phone: +91 9871354580 | Email: [email protected]
Update: Indian School of Business (ISB) is now inviting applications for its executive MBA-level programmes. The admission process for Post Graduate Programme in Management for Senior Executives (PGPMAX) and Post Graduate Programme in Management for Family Business (PGPMFAB) is open till July 1, according to a release.
Attention ISB PGP aspirants!!
Here's your chance to interact with ISB PGP Admissions Committee and alumni. We are pleased to inform you that genedmba.com are hosting a webinar on How to prepare a strong ISB PGP application with ISB Admissions Committee . Other top ISB PGP alumni would also be answering your application and profile related queries.
Date: July 20th, 2019 (Saturday)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12.30 PM IST
Session Agenda:
07:30 PM to 08:00 PM: Introduction
08:00 PM to 08:45 PM: Question and Answers
For registration please visit https://bit.ly/2DfKv2k
Hi There,
I am looking for my profile evalution for ISB 2021 batch (2020 intake). Here is my profile:
10th: 86%
Diploma Engineering (Computer science): 74%
B.E (Information Technology): 67%
MBA (Part time - Marketing/IT dual specialization) - from NMIMS, Mumbai
Work experience: 7 years in media industry. I have worked with renowned media companies as a business analyst/product manager.
Achievements: 2 proffessional awards
Extra curricular: Classically trained singer, Yoga certification
I have not yet appeared for the GMAT.
Please let me know my chances based on these details. Thanks in advance.
Hello guys, Will you please help me with my profile evaluation as well. X: 7.0 cgpa XII: 72.2% B.Tech CSE: 75.94% Exp: 2 years and still working. Haven't appeared for gmat yet. How much score do I require to get into ISB mohali? I am preparing for next year.
Hi,
Please review my profile. Looking to apply for ISB PGP (2020-21).
Academics: 93 % in CBSE X, 86.4% XII in CBSE, CGPA 8.47 B. Tech. Mechanical, 2017 batch.
Work Experience: 2+ years in Project Management in for a Oil & Gas project in Kuwait.
Co-curricular: Won several state/national level competitions in art & painting, Passionate about debating, quizzing, Won several competitions in Tech-Fests, Trained in Tabla, avid reader & techological enthusiast.
GMAT: Not attempted yet.
What score should I target? What are my prospects for an interview call or conversion?
Re-applicant Success rate depends on what all aspects in ISB? Could anybody lead me trhough? Thanks and Best Regards! :)
Dates & Fees Important Dates
- Event
- Start
- End
- Registration
- Tuesday, July 02, 2019
- Thursday, October 03, 2019
- Scheduling
- Tuesday, July 02, 2019
- Wednesday, October 16, 2019
- Late Registration
- Friday, October 04, 2019
- Monday, October 14, 2019
- Registration - Retake
- Saturday, October 05, 2019
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Re-scheduling
- Tuesday, July 02, 2019
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Re-take Scheduling
- Saturday, October 05, 2019
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Exam Delivery
- Friday, October 04, 2019
- Tuesday, December 17, 2019
- Final Announcement of Results
- 3rd week of January, 2020
- Official Scorecard Download
- Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Hi Guys,
Looking for an honest evaluation of my profile for ISB Class of 2021. Thanks in advance!
GMAT - 720
Work exp: 32 months by Feb 2020 (McKinsey & Company)
Grad: 66.75% (7.5 CGPA) - NSIT
12th: 95.6% - CBSE
10th: 10 CGPA/ 95% - CBSE
Extra curriculars: Societies, PORs, etc. a plenty. Badminton player
Hi, Please evaluate my profile
Age/37
I'm a commerece graduate I completed my graduation in 2002. but I'm having 2nd division in all Xth, XIIth, and B.Com. I'm also having gap between job and study as handled family business for 2 years.
I've completed PG (MBA) in Multiple streams thru Distance Learning. i.e. Information Technology, Technical Writing, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics & Digital Marketing. I got 1st Division in all PG diploma or executive MBA
I'm certified in Project Management & Service Management. i.e. Prince2 Practitioner & ITIL Expert. I've also completed Project Management course from XLRI. I'm doing Senior Management Programme (Part time) from IIM-Cal
I'm having 11 years of experience in IT and 3 Years in Finance & Accounts. I have worked as a Business Analyst & Solution Architect with multiple software companies. including HCL, Hitachi & Accenture . I also worked in Finance Dept of Indiabulls Financial Services Limited.
I've handled international clients for Microsoft ERP implementation i.e. US, Singapore, Canada, China & Middleeast
I'm looking for 1 year regular executive MBA from any IIM, XLRI or ISB
Please suggest
Please evaluate my profile: ISB Co 2020
Age :25
Work Ex - 3.4 Years by Nov 2019
2.11 Years at ZS Associates as Associate Consutlant
- Worked with global pharmaceutical clients to deliver strategic business solutions across APAC through analytical techniques and data driven insights
5 months Ongoing with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals as Assistant Manager ( Mkt Research and Business Analytics)
- Work as POC between vendors and Brand Country Leaders to shape and analyze the health -care portfolio in India (Oncology, Vaccines and Rare Disease)
Future Goals: To be able to explore opportunities in in the health care indsutry and create on going impact in this space with the help of business acumen.
Btech - 8.95/10- VIT University, vellore
12th - 92.7%- CBSE
10th- 94.3%- ICSE
GMAT- 700
Extra Curricular:
- Sports- National Level Player in Atheletics, District Level Basketball Player , University Basketball Captain
- Event Management- Organised Multiple Cultural and Sports Fests
Profile Evalutaion: ISB Co2021
BTech: 2016 NITK Surathkal, 8.04/10
12th: 92.33%
10th: 96.16%
GRE: 327(Q-168,V-159,AWA-4)
Work Ex: 36 Months in Wipro Technologies.
Worked on a Software Product for Implantable Cardiac Devices.(First of a kind in the market, which will help program Pacemakers and help doctors and patient monitor the health condition)
Extracurricular Activities:
Convener of a committee handling around 50+ members.
Handled the role of Class Representative, Placement Co-Ordinator of the college batch.
Statelevel Football captain and captained distric level football team in high school.
Post MBA aspirations: Consulting/Product Management.
For ISB PGP, can a person reapply only the next year or he/she can reapply 2-3 years later as well?
I am an alumn from Co14. Here to help and answer any questions on essays, interviews, course, post MBA experience. Feel free to DM me