Hi! Am new to this forum after lurking in the pages and also on GMAT Club.
Degree: either MPA/MPP or MS Sustainability
Programs applying to: Columbia SIPA (Dream/reach), Columbia Sustainability Management, Lee Kuan Yew (Singapore), Fletcher (still thinking about it), any more suggestions? Nationality: Philippines Undergraduate institution: Top university (Philippines)Undergraduate GPA: 3.04 (cumulative) then I guess in the 3.4 for majorsUndergraduate Major: ManagementGRE/GMAT: taking GMAT this September, if tests turn out low might shift to GRE. Was applying to business school before this. Years Out of Undergrad (if applicable): 7 Years of Work Experience: 7Describe Relevant Work Experience: After graduating, I worked for the government for 2 years, then 5 years for public-private partnerships firm focused on water. Been promoted a couple of times. Strength of SOP (be honest, describe the process, etc): Still in the process, I have an idea of what to write but looking Strength of LOR's (be honest, describe the process, etc): Fairly strong but mostly professional. Reluctant to get an academic referenceOther: Did a semester abroad in undergrad. Trying to not get into too much quant in the program. Goal: Work in the World Bank, ADB, AIIB or UN or a consulting role in a public sector practice. I want to focus on public policy, public-private partnerships and sustainability still.
