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Piyush Ranjan
MBA Admissions Consultant for Global Top 30 MBA Programs
Professional Background
Piyush Ranjan is an accomplished professional and visionary leader in the field of admissions consultancy. As the Founder of Management Masters, Piyush has dedicated his expertise to helping aspiring MBA candidates navigate the competitive admissions process for the world's top business schools. Under his guidance, candidates have received interview calls from an impressive 25 out of the Top 40 MBA programs globally. This includes prestigious institutions such as Wharton, Columbia Business School (CBS), Booth, MIT Sloan, INSEAD, London Business School (LBS), Kellogg, HEC Paris, Berkeley Haas, Duke Fuqua, Dartmouth Tuck, Darden, IMD Switzerland, Cambridge Judge, Indian School of Business, Cornell, and NYU Stern, among others.
In addition to his role at Management Masters, Piyush has accumulated a wealth of experience in the digital and e-commerce sector. He has held several key positions at Richemont, where he advanced from a Digital and E-Commerce Trainee to become an E-Commerce Project Manager, showcasing his strong capabilities in managing and executing digital strategies. His time at Richemont further solidified his reputation as a specialist in the area of e-commerce and digital marketing, providing him with the insights and skills that he now brings to support his clients.
Education and Achievements
Piyush's academic credentials reflect the depth of his knowledge and commitment to excellence. He earned his Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marketing, Services, and Communication Management from the esteemed University of St. Gallen, a prestigious institution known for its rigorous academic standards and strong focus on international business. Furthermore, he also holds another Master of Arts (M.A.) in Strategy and International Management from the same university, which equipped him with advanced strategic skills and a global perspective.
Before his graduate studies, Piyush achieved an Integrated Dual Degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, considered one of the premier engineering institutes in India. His solid technical background enhances his analytical prowess—a quality immensely valuable when advising candidates on their application strategies.
Notable Achievements
The impact of Piyush's work is evident in the financial success of his candidates, who have collectively secured nearly $1 million in scholarships. This achievement not only demonstrates his effectiveness as a consultant but also highlights the confidence that prospective students have in his ability to elevate their candidacies. Piyush's success stories reflect his personalized approach to admissions consulting, where he tailors his strategies to meet the unique needs of each applicant.
Throughout his career, Piyush has consistently remained committed to empowering others by sharing his insights and experiences. As a mentor and advisor, he continues to advocate for aspiring business leaders, guiding them through the complex landscape of MBA admissions with clarity and confidence.
Highlights
Candidate: My salary is already ~35L. I have been told that applying to ISB will not be great ROI wise. Me: Interesting. May I ask why?
C: Well, ISB average salary is ~35L. M: So? Are you certain you will receive the average salary at ISB?
C: Well, no. It can be different. M: Right. So it can be 25L as well. And 55L as well.
C: Yes. That's correct. M: You said you are looking for an MBA to grow in certain areas, and accelerate your career. Right? Will ISB help you with that?
C: I think so. M: Cool. Let me give you a situation then.
Let's assume you go to ISB. And you end up with a 25L package.
What will you do immediately after that?
C: Look for another job. M: Absolutely. How will you do that? Which network will you use?
C: My existing one, and probably ISB's alumni network. M: Perfect. Let's say you switch to a 35L job in 2 months. What will you do then?
C: Look for another job. M: Leveraging what?
C: ISB's network. M: Right. Switched to 45L. Spent 2-3 years, but then you start feeling stuck / bored / wanting to move to a different role / leadership positions.
C: Again, I'll leverage ISB's network! M: Awesome. Now imagine you didn't go to ISB, and 2-3 years down the line you are feeling stuck. What will you leverage to switch?
C: Not much. My professional network. But that's not as great as ISB's. M: Sounds about right. You seem to get the point.
Your truth is NOT the package you get after ISB. That doesn't define you, or constrain you.
Your truth is - the skills you gain from ISB. And the network you will have access to.
The biggest fallacy with ROI calculations for MBA programs is that one assumes that the average package is received by everyone.
It's not. It's just a number. It doesn't make any difference to your actuality.
Tumhara satya - only you will be able to figure out.
#satyavachan
ISB Applications for 2024 intake are now open.
Multiple changes.
Awards & Achievements:
- No more hobbies section. Only awards, and extra-curricular activities.
Essays: A complete set of new essays from ISB this year, focusing much more on personal growth and values than professional aspects.
The professional focused essay - Why ISB - is now an OPTIONAL essay with a reduced word count of 250 words.
Below are the essay questions:
Mandatory Essays
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Provide an honest portrayal of yourself, emphasizing your strengths and weaknesses. Highlight the key elements that have shaped your personal journey. Give relevant illustrations as needed. (400 words)
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Contemplate two distinct situations—one where you experienced success and another where you faced failure. Delve into the personal and interpersonal lessons you learned from these instances. (400 words)
Optional Essay
- Given your previous experience and future aspirations, how do you plan to use the PGP at ISB to fulfil your professional goals? Note: It is not necessary for you to write this essay. Please use this space only if there is something really significant that you would like us to know. (250 words)
The mandatory essays are super similar to INSEAD's motivation essays. But the most interesting part is the "optional" nature of the Why ISB essay.
My take on why ISB brought these changes?
Because with increasing scores and similar experiences, it was becoming quite difficult to distinguish candidates!
The personal nature of these questions will ensure that no two applications are similar!
Game on!
