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3 years
Georgia
2026
Female
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 3.32
Pre-MBA industry: Telecommunications
Post-MBA industry: Consumer Packaged Goods
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16 Jan 2025 10:01
I am a driven product development and business strategy professional with a proven track record in managing cross-functional teams, launching new initiatives, and delivering innovative solutions in the telecom and digital sectors. I graduated in 2023 but started my first full-time job in 2022.


Having worked in diverse environments and participated in global programs, I excel at adapting to fast-paced challenges and leveraging cross-cultural collaboration. I have consistently delivered results by focusing on strategic partnerships, customer engagement, and data-driven decision-making.

Coming from a developing country I am aiming for a full-ride scholarship at one of the top universities because I cannot afford to finance the university by myself.


Post-MBA Short-Term Goal:
My short-term goal post-MBA is to transition into a senior brand management role at a global consumer goods company. I aim to apply my product development and business strategy expertise to drive brand innovation and expand market reach.

Post-MBA Long-Term Goal:
In the long term, I aspire to take on a C-suite position in a multinational organization, focusing on strategic growth and global market penetration. Additionally, I plan to use my entrepreneurial experience and leadership skills to mentor startups and contribute to fostering innovative ecosystems in emerging markets.

Region Targeted:
I am primarily targeting the United States and the United Kingdom for my MBA and post-MBA careers due to their dynamic job markets, rich professional networks, and access to top-tier companies in brand management and strategy.
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15 Jan 2025, 23:18
Hi. Great profile - rare demographics, being from Georgia and a woman. One quick suggestion - you may want to pick an industry other than CPG for 2 reasons:
1. This is not a major job placement for post-MBA grads. Salary tend to be lower and companies just don't hire that many post-MBA grads (they absolutely do but nothing compared to Amazon or Deloitte)
2. CPG companies traditionally don't hire internationals and do not sponsor, so as an international candidate this is a dead end unfortunately for the application (you can still pursue your dream, but I would not put it on the application), or at minimum if you do put CPG as the goal, make sure to research which ones do hire internationals - I think Nestle is one of the only ones. Check this topic out: https://gmatclub.com/forum/top-100-h1b- ... 43741.html as well as this one: https://gmatclub.com/forum/top-mba-h1b- ... 43153.html
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16 Jan 2025, 02:42
Thanks so much for the feedback and links.

1. From what I’ve seen, tech companies seem to hire more often—do you think framing my goals around brand management could work better for sponsorship/hiring? Or would it make more sense to focus on something broader like marketing or product management to stay flexible?

2. With my profile and a potential high GMAT score, how realistic do you think full-ride scholarships are? Any tips on what to highlight to make my chances stronger? If you could also maybe suggest a few universities, that would be great.

Really appreciate your thoughts on this and thanks in advance!
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16 Jan 2025, 22:09
Can you draw a straight line between your past career, MBA and post-MBA path? You shouldn't simply change your destinations without this check. From an industry point of view, neither Telecom, nor CPG sponsor H1B / internationals. So focus on the portability of your functional experience. Define your destination first and then work backwards to figure out which schools can take you there, regardless of their brand name or reputation. You do MBA only once (unlike me who did it twice :-))
BTW, as per 2023 petitions data, even Nestle does not sponsor H1B. Happy to speak if you wish to. My background is CPG, Retail and Consulting.
- Dee
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16 Jan 2025, 04:26
Hi @Anin9 , agreed with bb ! Your profile demonstrates good leadership potential, strategic thinking, and a clear trajectory toward brand management in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. With cross-functional and global experience in telecommunications and digital strategy, you bring valuable skills that align with MBA programs focused on innovation and leadership. However, it will be crucial to highlight measurable impact, leadership, and growth in your roles to stand out. Achieving a competitive GMAT score (700+), quantifying your accomplishments, and enhancing your extracurricular profile through leadership activities will further strengthen your application. Please take a look at the class profiles and the employment stats of your target schools and also try to connect with alumns in the same field, this way you'll get great ideas and clarity in building your applications and sorting the post-mba goals accordingly. You may consider MBA programs like Ross, and LBS, which offer robust marketing and leadership development tracks. Alternatively, explore Master’s in Management (MiM) or specialized marketing programs at institutions like HEC Paris and Imperial College London for a more tailored path to your goals. You can take a look at this BLOG. All the very best!

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16 Jan 2025, 04:42
Thank you so much for your feedback. Would you suggest to have consultation now or after I take GMAT?
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16 Jan 2025, 05:15
You can book a call post your GMAT exam. Prep. well. All the very best!