From Setbacks to Success: Rohit’s Journey to Katz Business School

Profile Background

Rohit, a BEng graduate in Civil Engineering was seeking STEM-based courses for further studies in the United States. He was a State level footballer with two years of work experience. He also had 16 backlogs, a year-long medical gap, which was a big concern for him.

Despite facing challenges, his passion remained unwavering, and he whole heartedly embraced the IE Study Abroad process. Within just 8 months, his entire career trajectory underwent a transformative change. How did this happen? Let’s delve deeper into the story.

Previous Education

BEng in Civil Engineering (2021) 63%

Work Experience

2 years

Aptitude Exam

None – Wanted to apply with waivers

Profile Background

Challenge 1

Rohit’s journey has been marked by challenges and setbacks, including a 63% score with 16 backlogs and a year-long medical gap. These obstacles may have presented significant hurdles along the way for his application.

Challenge 2

Due to his employment obligations, Rohit wasn’t convinced he would do well on the GRE, so a waiver was required.

Challenge 3

Despite having two years of experience, Rohit was uncertain about his future career path. He desired to leave the field of civil engineering.

Strategy Created

6 months of IE Study Abroad Profile enrichment plan designed
Internship guidance: 2 Internships in Logistics & Supply chain Completed
2 Certification Course Guidance: Logistics Management & Google Data Analytics
Portfolio Guidance: Sports Portfolio
Premium Editing: 18 Essays + Cover letters for GRE waiver
Interview Preparation: 3 Kira Interviews & 6 Live Interviews
IE Study Abroad Suggested List for MBA: Arizona State University, Northwestern University, Purdue University, UCLA Haas, Katz Business School, Mendoza

Result 1

Rohit got an admit from Arizona State University, a 32nd Global Ranked B School, whose Logistics & Supply chain Program is 23rd Ranked globally. He also received a $3000 Scholarship.

Result 2

Rohit received an admission offer from Katz Business School, a prestigious institution ranked 30th globally among business schools.