My GMAT score is 620. I’m aiming for an MBA abroad that focuses on consulting careers. Which schools should I apply to?

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T Mehta · Accepted Answer

With a 620 GMAT and consulting in mind, there are still several schools worth looking at that offer solid industry exposure.&bull; SP Jain Global (Dubai) &ndash; Accepts 600+ scores. Offers a consulting specialization and connects with firms like Strategy& and PwC in the Middle East.&bull; Asian Institute of Management (Philippines) &ndash; Known for strong Southeast Asia consulting placements, especially in operations and public sector roles.&bull; Rennes School of Business (France) &ndash; GMAT-flexible and has alumni placed in consulting firms across Europe, particularly in sustainability and digital advisory.&bull; KEDGE Business School (France) &ndash; Accepts mid-600 scores. Offers a strategy track and has partnerships with Accenture and Capgemini.&bull; Solvay Brussels School (Belgium) &ndash; Good for EU consulting roles. Focus on business transformation and analytics consulting.
Look for schools with active consulting clubs, local firm tie-ups, and case project experience, they&rsquo;ll matter more than a 700+ GMAT.
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B.K Sharma · Answer

With a 620 GMAT and an interest in consulting, consider looking at MBA programs in Asia and select EU countries where the score range is more flexible but placements are still solid.
Nanyang Business School (Singapore) has a strong MBA with recruiting links to firms like Bain and Accenture in Southeast Asia. The program emphasizes case-based learning, and the consulting club is active year-round.
In Spain, EADA Business School in Barcelona accepts profiles in the 600&ndash;630 range and places grads in strategy and operations roles across Europe. LUISS Business School in Italy is another under-the-radar option. They&rsquo;ve built partnerships with consulting firms in Rome and Milan, and the smaller class size helps with mentorship and visibility.
Target schools where consulting is a top post-MBA path, even if they aren&rsquo;t ranked at the very top globally.