Will an excellent GMAT score get me into the TOP Business School?

The admissions committee will not “fit” you on the basis of “data points”. They want to know more about you, hence most of the leading business schools craft an in depth application for candidates to complete.  The primary components of the application are work experience, GMAT test scores, what an applicant’s supervisors think of him/her, what classes were taken at undergrad level, personal character, etc. The work experience is evaluated, not in terms of quantity, but in terms of quality–the impact the applicant has had on their organization and his or her natural leadership qualities.

Those who join at an earlier stage of their career should be able to demonstrate in their application, what they will be able to contribute to the School’s experience, as well as have superb academic credentials and the maturity and self-confidence to handle the intensity of the program.

Some schools insist on meeting the applicants in person and also want to hear about their future plans.

It is advisable to the applicant to visit/ connect with the current students or alumni of the school they wish to join.