27 Indian Female, working in technology at an investment banks - Goldman Sachs/Morgan Stanley
700 GMAT (50Q/34V)
Undergraduate GPA approx Indian 8.12/10
Academics
oUndergraduation B Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from a top NIT (Among the top institute of India)
oPursuing the CFA program, giving level two in June 2016
o10th & 12th 92% each time, with a 100% in Mathematics
o99.2 percentile ranking in the All India Engineering Entrance Examination of 2006.
Work Experience (current 5 yrs, will be 6 at the time of joining)
o3 years in Trading Technology at Goldman Sachs, India. Was the Point of Contact for key technology initiatives, worked with the front office a fare bit. Worked global with many regions, was also a part of the graduate training held in NY for hires across the global
o2 years in Trading Technology at Morgan Stanley, India. Now transited to a senior role, driving key projects. mentoring 3 employees. Part of the hiring panel
Extracurricular
oCertified to teach Power Yoga Internationally apart from teaching at various institutes, started my own class for my company employees, an idea that later culminated into a full time gym at the firm
oTrained in dance & martial arts. Have performed at city-level shows a few times
Social Activities
oWas award the Prime Ministers Award by the Scouts & Guide Association in 8th grade in recognization of having played constructive role in the society
oConduct personality development workshops for underprivileged students on behalf of an local NGO
Goal
oMBA in Finance. Want to transition into investment banking
Target Schools (in order of preference)
oWharton, Chicago Booth, Kellogg, Hass, MIT
I tried re-taking the GMAT but my score wouldnt move beyond 700. I am applying in R2 this year and want to target among the top 10 only. I see my GMAT as a potential road-block, what do you think are my chances at my target schools?![]()
700 GMAT (50Q/34V)
Undergraduate GPA approx Indian 8.12/10
Academics
oUndergraduation B Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from a top NIT (Among the top institute of India)
oPursuing the CFA program, giving level two in June 2016
o10th & 12th 92% each time, with a 100% in Mathematics
o99.2 percentile ranking in the All India Engineering Entrance Examination of 2006.
Work Experience (current 5 yrs, will be 6 at the time of joining)
o3 years in Trading Technology at Goldman Sachs, India. Was the Point of Contact for key technology initiatives, worked with the front office a fare bit. Worked global with many regions, was also a part of the graduate training held in NY for hires across the global
o2 years in Trading Technology at Morgan Stanley, India. Now transited to a senior role, driving key projects. mentoring 3 employees. Part of the hiring panel
Extracurricular
oCertified to teach Power Yoga Internationally apart from teaching at various institutes, started my own class for my company employees, an idea that later culminated into a full time gym at the firm
oTrained in dance & martial arts. Have performed at city-level shows a few times
Social Activities
oWas award the Prime Ministers Award by the Scouts & Guide Association in 8th grade in recognization of having played constructive role in the society
oConduct personality development workshops for underprivileged students on behalf of an local NGO
Goal
oMBA in Finance. Want to transition into investment banking
Target Schools (in order of preference)
oWharton, Chicago Booth, Kellogg, Hass, MIT
I tried re-taking the GMAT but my score wouldnt move beyond 700. I am applying in R2 this year and want to target among the top 10 only. I see my GMAT as a potential road-block, what do you think are my chances at my target schools?