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GMAT and MBA admissions
What do business schools search for in the admissions selection process?
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Naturally, each business school sets itself different standards for qualification. Therefore, the range of GMAT scores that are applicable to each school varies greatly. Almost every school that considers itself as competitive and highly sought for publishes statistics about average GMAT and GPA scores of students who have successfully passed the application process.
Therefore, when in search for a suitable school and program make sure to visit the institute’s general information pages regarding the application process, as they almost always include a section of frequently asked questions or tables and data about the entrance barriers to the faculty in question.
So what are schools looking for?Determining your chances to qualify into a desired business school is not based solely on your GMAT score. There are several important factors which are taken into account by faculty committees:
1. GPA If your GPA is very high, it can compensate over less competitive GMAT scores. If you apply to business schools that are not ranked in the top 15 list, there is still a good chance you will be accepted with a competitive GPA and a reasonable 80th percentile GMAT score.
2. Work experience. At some schools, the work experience you have in the world of business and management is a key factor in your chances of qualifying. Thus, applicants who are engaged in careers related to business, management and entrepreneurship have a relative advantage over other applicants.
3. Interviews and Personality traits Some schools, especially Ivy League business schools, take into account personal traits and consider the applicant’s interview performance.
4. Essays / Application letters.This is a way for business schools to further know you and your aptitudes. Make sure to follow the school’s instructions.
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