Joshua C.

Joshua C.

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Harvard & Wharton Admit | M7 MBA Specialist | Finance & Internationals

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Studied at Harvard Business School

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Works at Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore

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Crack the Deferred MBA Process - from a Harvard/Wharton/Columbia admit

Crack the Deferred MBA Process - from a Harvard/Wharton/Columbia admit

Wed, Aug 20 from 12:00 AM – 1:00 AM UTC

Joshua’s MBA Qualifications

10+ people coached for MBA

Joshua has helped clients get into these schools:

I earned deferred MBA admits to Harvard, Wharton, and Columbia - not with a blue-chip resume or legacy advantages, but through sharp positioning, authentic storytelling, and a deep understanding of what top schools are really looking for. I now coach clients using the same rigor and clarity that got me in, helping them present themselves as future global leaders ready to make bold, lasting impact. My clients don’t all have perfect scores, sky-high GPAs, or neatly packaged careers but that’s exactly why they succeed. I specialize in helping international applicants, career-switchers, and non-traditional candidates punch above their weight by crafting standout applications built on coherence, self-awareness, and ambition. Whether you're applying from a public-sector job, startup, or less structured experience, I’ll help you cut through the noise and build an unapologetically compelling narrative. What sets me apart is adaptability. I moved from Singapore to the U.S. without connections or context and had to decode everything from recruiting and networking to cultural fluency. Yet against the odds, I broke into Wall Street internships, led CMU’s largest finance organizations, and have mentored over 20 students into high finance and top schools. I approach applications with precision, structure, and discipline. You don’t just need to sound impressive; you need to LOOK like you belong at the table. I've already lived the journey successfully, and I can help you make that happen too. My full-service clients benefit from a personalized, strategy-first process: - Profile Strategy: We’ll clarify your goals, identify your unique edge, and position you as a high-potential candidate schools want to bet on. - School Selection & Application Planning: From choosing the right programs to managing timelines and rounds, we’ll build a tactical game plan for your MBA journey. - Essays: We’ll shape a narrative that’s personal, powerful, and persuasive — from initial ideas through final polish. - Resume & Application Components: I’ll help you tighten every detail, from work descriptions and activities to awards and optional essays, creating a clean, compelling story across all materials. - Recommendations: Guidance on recommender selection and strategy to ensure the people backing you amplify your case, not dilute it. - Interview Prep: Realistic mock interviews and honest, blunt feedback to help you present yourself with clarity, confidence, and substance. - Post-Interview & Decision Strategy: Whether you're juggling multiple admits, trying to move off a waitlist, or navigating scholarship conversations, I’ll help you make the smartest next move. I work with a small, select group of clients full-time each round to ensure deep attention and tailored support. Every engagement is high-touch, high-rigor, and deeply personal. Nevertheless, I am open to taking on further clients who need more ad-hoc coaching. This page may seem like it’s about me, but it’s really about you. You are the one with the vision. My job is to sharpen it, elevate it, polish it, and help you make it real. Let’s build the future and your story to match.

Joshua can help with:

Editing

Recommendations

Interviews

Ding Analysis

School Selection

Secondary Review

Application Strategy

Essays

Resume

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About Joshua

Hey! My name is Joshua — I'm originally from Singapore and am a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University. I recently navigated the deferred MBA admissions process and earned admits to Harvard, Wharton, and Columbia — as an Asian international student without the typical brand-name firms on my resume — so I intricately understand how to craft a standout profile against the odds. Over the years, I’ve distilled my experiences into a coaching style that’s helped 50+ students break into top internships, jobs, and academic programs. My approach is direct, structured, and no-fluff: sharp frameworks, honest feedback, and tailored strategy. If you're serious about competing at the highest level, I'm here to help you get there. Whether you're a domestic or international student, with a traditional background or not, I cover all angles. My experiences lie at the intersection of finance, technology, and public policy. I'm currently working for the Singapore government honing economic policies that advance my country's long-term growth, and I also interned across the financial services and investment management industries during my college summers. Before CMU, I served two years in the Singapore Army as a sniper and paratrooper. If my profile resonates with you, let’s chat!

Why do I coach?

I spent a year and a half navigating the deferred MBA admissions process during my junior and senior years, meticulously planning, strategizing, and reworking my profile—often feeling like I was stumbling around in the dark. I couldn’t have made it through without the help of mentors who offered guidance and perspective at just the right moments. But coaching for me goes beyond the application itself. As an international student, I know what it feels like to be an outsider in a new environment, facing unfamiliar challenges. I want to help you overcome that same feeling. Having been through the process myself, I offer empathetic support and honest feedback, using my experience to help you streamline your journey and push confidently toward your goals. Together, we’ll transform your grit into a compelling story that opens doors to the world’s top MBA programs. Working with me won’t just get you through the MBA process; you’ll walk away with a deep, unshakable confidence in your story that stays with you far beyond the application.

Work Experience

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Management Associate

Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore

July 2025 - Present

Refining fiscal policies that advance Singapore's long-term growth.

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Tepper Finance Group - President

Carnegie Mellon University

September 2021 - May 2025

I led Carnegie Mellon University's largest undergraduate finance organization focused on professional development, helping place ~50 CMU students per year into investment banking, sales & trading, investing, & research roles on Wall Street. (tepperfinancegroup.org) I also managed infrastructure, recruitment, and training of the Tartan Student Fund, our undergraduate long-only investment fund managing a $120K portion of CMU's endowment. Across both clubs, I have personally mentored students to secure coveted roles at firms like Evercore, Perella Weinberg, Moelis, Jefferies, Wells Fargo and Point72.

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Equity Research Summer Associate (New York City)

Wolfe Research,

June 2024 - August 2024

Worked on the II #1-ranked Healthcare Services Equity Research team on Wall Street, covering American health insurance companies, hospitals, and pharmacies.

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Strategy Consulting Summer Associate (New York City)

Alvarez & Marsal

June 2023 - August 2023

Worked on the Transfer Pricing team, advising multinational clients on cross-border tax strategy: shaping intercompany pricing models, functional analyses, and compliance frameworks across jurisdictions.

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Summer Investment Analyst (Singapore)

Continuum Alpha Wealth Management

June 2022 - August 2022

Worked for a Singaporean family office to structure investment solutions across private equity and private credit for institutional and accredited investors.

Education

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Harvard Business School

MBA

Admitted to the 2+2 deferred MBA program

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The Wharton School (UPenn)

MBA

Admitted to the Moelis Advance Access deferred MBA program

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Columbia Business School

MBA

Admitted to the deferred MBA program

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Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Science, Economics and Statistics

Graduated with University Honors, Senior Leadership Recognition, and Omicron Delta Epsilon. Led the Tepper Finance Group - CMU's largest undergrad finance organization - mentoring and placing 50 students/year into finance roles on Wall Street.

Joshua was also personally admitted to

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    University of California, Los Angeles

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    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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    King's College London, University of London

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    University College London, University of London

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