Is HBS and Wharton out of reach? South East Asian female, 3 years of strategy consulting, 740 GMAT, degree from a local public university (Singapore) (GPA 3.00 - I had to put myself through school). Have extensive experience in skill-based volunteering with social good organisations. (Pro Bono consulting)

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Hi, fishes!

There are multiple openings in Nagarro. Please refer to the screenshot attached. In case you are looking for a referral please find your domain from the screenshot .
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Took the GMAT 3 times and had the same score with different mixes to get there. Which should I report? I have an electrical engineering degree

680 (42V 39Q 8Int)
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