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June 17, 2018 4:50pm ET

Applying: INSEAD

Intake Year: 2019

Pre-MBA Career: Product Manager - Consumer Electronics

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consumer Goods, Entrepreneurship

GMAT: 650

GPA: 4.0

Years of Work Experience: 6

Location: Nigeria

Notes:

I would really appreciate feedback. Major concern is the GMAT clearly. May be able to retake but only after application. Deadline in 4 days. Background:Nigerian;Female;30;Mother of two
WE: Samsung Electronics - Product Manager. with International experience working in Samsung HQ in Korea for a year. Strong ECs -Pianist, won National piano competition. Chess club in Uni. (won gold medal in Inter- University games)
MSc at University College London. BSc Nigeria. Also started my apparel company recently with decent achievements.
Do I have a chance?

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alexbr4 Verified User. Likes Earned: 1675 The GMAT is low, as you've identified, but there's probably a lot to like about your candidacy, so I'd go ahead and apply. Hopefully your essays and recs will be strong. I'd add a note in your optional Essay that you plan to retake the GMAT. Hopefully you'll get a more reflective score, with some strong preparation. (0)

grichmond Verified User. Likes Earned: 1228 Totally agree with Alex. The GMAT is a concern given INSEAD's average is much higher (and even taking into account the fact that fewer applicants from your market apply). I'd apply now, indicate that you have a planned retake and then buckle down for some serious prep (consider a tutor) and submit the new score as soon as you have it. Of course, you should only promise a retake if you genuinely plan to take the test again, since the adcom will likely await the new result/expect to see it. There are many compelling aspects to your profile, so be sure to showcase them effectively with a strong set of application materials. Best of luck! (0)

inseadcubana Likes Earned: 0 Thank you so much Alex and GRichmond. I have decided to apply in the final round for Aug 1st to give me time to retake the GMAT in a month. (0)