Ankur Chadha
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Studied at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Works at Accenture
Available tomorrow at 5:00 PM UTC
Happy to work with you if my current availability doesn't match your schedule! I primarily work with clients looking to get their full-time MBA in the United States.
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About Ankur
Welcome! I'm an incoming MIT Sloan MBA student and strategy consultant at Accenture who just finished one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, the MBA application process. I earned admission to 5 top MBA programs, including MIT, Columbia Business School, Kellogg, Booth, and Stern, with interviews at 6 of the M7s. I graduated with a 3.97 GPA from UC Berkeley Haas as part of the inaugural class of the Global Management Program, earning the Cal Alumni Association Leadership Award given to the top 2.5% of students. I’ve spent the last 4 years honing my storytelling and analytical skills as a strategy consultant, both of which are at the heart of a great MBA application. Beyond my own journey, I've successfully mentored candidates into acceptances at top graduate and undergraduate programs, and I currently guest lecture at Haas on strategy consulting and career development. Helping people craft their story and reach their goals is something I'm truly passionate about. Whether you're figuring out your school list, working through your essays, or preparing for interviews, I'm here to help. If you're looking to break into the top MBA programs in the world, I'm the coach for you. Let's connect!
Why do I coach?
I coach because I know firsthand how transformative the right guidance can be. Growing up in an immigrant family with a deep appreciation for education, I was fortunate to have mentors who helped me navigate unfamiliar systems and unlock opportunities I didn't know were available to me. I want to be that person for someone else. Education and mentorship run deep in my family. My grandmother taught in rural India, and my aunt went on to found her own school. That legacy of investing in others has shaped how I think about what it means to truly help someone grow. As a guest lecturer at UC Berkeley Haas and a mentor to analysts and interns throughout my consulting career, I've seen what happens when someone finally finds clarity in their story. It's one of the most rewarding things I've experienced professionally. The MBA application process forces you to reflect deeply on who you are, where you've been, and where you want to go, and I find it genuinely fulfilling to help people work through that journey.
Work Experience
Strategy Consultant
Accenture
August 2021 - Present
In my current role, I own workstreams end-to-end, lead executive workshops, support $4.8M+ in sales, present recommendations to clients on a regular basis, and manage analysts. I also serve in leadership positions as a volunteer for multiple Accenture initiatives across training, office engagement, and industry research.
Project Lead - Contractor
IBM
November 2020 - May 2021
As an outside consultant, I sourced and sold a $3,000 strategy consulting engagement with IBM’s Data & AI team, managing a team of 10 to research 8 use cases of IBM Watson's Speech API and create a 20-page report informing go-to-market strategy abroad
Research Analyst
Frost & Sullivan
June 2020 - August 2020
As part of my first foray into consulting, I was responsible for conducting market research within the Test and Measurement industry, building Excel databases, and developing marketing materials.
Business Development
Workato
June 2019 - August 2019
Working with the channel sales team at Workato, a rapidly growing Series C startup at the time, I supported the team by developing training content, defining sales strategies, and organizing webinars to promote new features. Today, the company is worth around $5.7 billion.
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, MBA
2026 - 2028
Accepted to MIT Sloan MBA (Class of 2028) after successfully navigating the application process for 8 top MBA programs, earning admission to 5 M7/T15 schools including Columbia, Kellogg, Booth, and Stern. As a strategy consultant at Accenture with 4 years of experience, I bring firsthand knowledge of the consulting-to-MBA pipeline and a proven track record of crafting compelling application narratives. My recent success across multiple application formats—from HBS's short essays to Stern's visual essay—gives me current, practical insights to help applicants differentiate themselves and maximize their chances of admission.
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor's of Science, Global Management Program (Inaugural Class)
2018 - 2022
Graduated with a 3.97 GPA as part of the inaugural class of the Global Management Program at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business. Received the Cal Alumni Association Leadership Award (top 2.5% of students) for initiative-driven leadership. Served as President of a student business organization where I redesigned recruiting processes to increase diversity. Eagle Scout. Currently serve as a guest lecturer at Haas, teaching undergraduates about strategy consulting and career development. This rigorous business foundation, combined with my teaching experience, prepared me to guide MBA applicants through their journey.
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