From GMAT journey to Cornell Johnson: Our Client’s Journey of Resilience

When our client first reached out to us, her GMAT journey had been nothing short of a roller coaster. Her first attempt landed at 600, far from her target score — and with Round 1 deadlines fast approaching, uncertainty began to set in.

But instead of giving up, she redefined her approach. With a focused one-month strategy plan, she revisited the basics over brute difficulty, strengthened her concepts, and showed a significant improvement in her second attempt.

Still shy of her dream score, she explored the GMAT waiver route — an unconventional but strategic move that led to an admit from Simon Business School. That success became a turning point — easing exam anxiety and helping her finally hit her target score on the third attempt.

Sometimes, the real win isn’t just about the number on the scorecard — it’s about persistence, strategy, and having the right guidance along the way.

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Are you planning to apply for the MBA program at Kellogg School of Management?

Take note of the requirements and key dates while planning your application.

US Vs European MBAs

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝗠𝗕𝗔 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲?

That's one question an overwhelming section of MBA applicants have while starting their application journey.

There are significant differences between the two regions and a careful evaluation is often critical before shortlisting programs. Having a realistic assessment of the market conditions and how those fit into your plans will determine your success both within the program and after graduation.

In this post, we briefly touch upon the differences between US and European MBAs.

Getting an invitation to interview for your #MBAprogram is a significant step toward your academic and career goals. However, preparing for the interview can be just as crucial as the application itself. To help you succeed, we are here! 

MBA admission consultants play a significant role in the MBA essay writing process. Check key reasons why their assistance can be invaluable and help you to get into your dream business school.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an MBA? Our dedicated team of MBA admission consultants is here to make your dreams a reality! Reach out to us at [email protected] to schedule a 1×1 discussion on your application plans.

Congratulations on getting your interview invite! Only about 40% of all applicants are invited to interview with their dream school, so this is no ordinary feat. Now since you have cleared the first hurdle, expectations and anxieties are bound to rise, however you should continue to remain focused and double down on your effort to ace the interview.

Some general advice to keep in mind while preparing for your interviews are:

While all schools offer a mix of on campus, off campus and virtual formats for the interview, its always recommended to meet with their admissions officers in person and on campus (to the extent possible) since it showcases your desire to be a part of their community and your willingness to be a part of the class once an offer is extended.

Since the interviews tend to be professional in nature, try to dress in a formal attire and make sure you reach your venue at least 20 min in advance for in person interviews or are online and waiting in lobby at least 10 min prior for virtual interviews. Carry multiple copies of your resume which was submitted in the application to the interview.

For virtual interviews, try to test your internet connection prior to the interview and always have your hotspot on standby in the case of any weakness in your internet connectivity during your interview.