Are you aspiring to make it to the top B-school? If so, kudos for taking the first step. After all, one needs to dream before turning it into reality. So, if you have started with the study abroad process already, perhaps your desk is stacked with GMAT notes, a couple of resume versions, and essay drafts! Tabs might be open for Harvard, INSEAD, and Stanford, and endless queries regarding your study journey.
If you secure admission to a top B-school, or one of the M7 schools, in particular, you can be sure of a phenomenal career, a fantastic global network, and lucrative career opportunities.But for this to happen, you have to navigate the challenging journey that starts from choosing schools and test preparation to managing deadlines, clearing interviews, navigating the visa process, and much more.
While juggling through these steps, even promising students often feel lost. This is when having expert MBA admissions consulting makes all the difference. It’s not about questioning your ability; it’s about avoiding even the slightest mistake that could derail your entire career journey.
The Role of an Expert MBA Consultant
Top B-schools want exceptional scores, but this isn’t it! They want students with clear goals, genuine leadership skills, and the ability to perform under pressure in diverse circumstances. The admissions committee carefully assesses every student profile and only picks the best and genuine from the lot.
So, how does one ensure that? How do you ensure your profile stands out in this fierce competition?
This is where the role of an expert MBA consultant comes into play. An experienced MBA consultant doesn’t just help with test preparation, but ensures that they partner with every student and even live their aspirations. Furthermore, an MBA consultant who has lived this success themselves is the best one to guide a serious aspirant. Such consultants craft a unique preparation path for every promising student, boost their strengths further, work on their weaknesses, and help them craft a standout profile that the top B-schools can’t ignore.
It doesn’t stop here! An expert MBA consultant leads every step of the way, even after the student scores high and cracks the college interview. They take charge of visa applications, scholarships, deadlines, and everything until the student reaches the campus and even later!
LilacBuds: A Team of Expert Consultants
LilacBuds was founded in 2020 with a simple and genuine thought: Students should not have to navigate the overseas education journey alone!
Founded by Rajiv Ganjoo and Preyash Shah, LilacBuds believes in honest mentoring with structure and technology.
From the founders to the mentors, the entire team brings strong career experience. They understand firsthand how quality education can shape opportunities and transform lives. Since its founding, LilacBuds has worked with over 2,000 students across 13+ countries, reasserting its vision and competency.
What makes LilacBuds a Top MBA consultants for premium B- Schools Globally
- Recognized leadership:
- The Founder, Mr. Rajiv Ganjoo, is among the Top 5 Indian MBA Consultants by Total # of reviews and Satisfaction score as per Poets & Quants, highlighting his impact in guiding applicants worldwide.
- Co-Founder, Mr. Preyash Shah, a trusted MBA consultant in India is a Johns Hopkins graduate with experience at Bloomberg and CRISIL, brings a rare mix of global exposure and technology-driven solutions. His input shapes LilacBuds’ structured tools for essays, interviews, and video prep.
- Alumni mentors: Guidance comes from graduates of Yale, NYU, Kellogg, Duke, and other leading schools who know what admissions committees look for.
- Step-by-step process: From profile building to essays, interviews, and video practice, each stage is mapped clearly so you always know the next step.
Proven results: LilacBuds students have earned admits to Wharton, INSEAD, LBS, Oxford, Yale, IESE, Darden, Ross, UCLA, Tepper, and Kenan-Flagler. - End-to-end guidance: Getting acceptance is only the beginning. The team helps with scholarships, visas, accommodation, and relocation, making the transition smoother. Furthermore, if you need selective hourly based assistance, you can opt for that too.
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What Students Say
1. Mohit Malviya
MBA Application Class of 2026
Title: Upcoming Cornellians (Cornell Tech MBA With A GMAT/GRE Waiver + $15K USD Scholarship) & Extremely Grateful To Rajiv Sir!
If you are reading these words, well, Rajiv sir is, of course, in the 100th percentile with respect to individualized continuous care, decades of experience guiding mentees, and an exhaustive knowledge of the schools and what applicants are looking for. As someone who struggled to get a competitive score on the GMAT/GRE standardized test, I almost gave up my dream of getting into top business schools until I met him. My first interaction with him was incredible as he thoroughly reviewed my previous background, listened to my inner voice, and ultimately helped me reposition my application (with GMAT/GRE waivers) in a much more impactful and authentic way. He cleared all my doubts before onboarding, and once I onboarded, without a scintilla of doubt, it was the best decision I made during my MBA applications.
He was constantly available via the Lilacbuds portal and WhatsApp messages/calls to address any of my challenges (or small panic attacks!!) and was genuinely invested in my success and future. His encouragement and support during the self-reflection process (Leadership, Teamwork, Innovation, and Maturity parameters) helped me build confidence in the schools I was applying to and enabled me to present the most authentic version of myself to AdCom with cohesive essays, LORs, and other application questions after meaningful brainstorming. He immersed himself in my journey, treating the arduous process as if it were his own, which is something very difficult to obtain from friends and family.
I highly recommend Rajiv sir to anyone thinking about applying to an MBA program. His expertise, combined with his positive attitude and closeness, will make the application process feel lighter and more fun! Trust me, with Rajiv sir by your side, you’ll feel guided, confident, and supported throughout this challenging journey.
2. Riddhiman Biswas
MBA Application Class of 2027
Title: Admitted To Yale SOM, Darden & UCLA Anderson – Rajiv Pushed Me To Be My Real Self!
I had the privilege to work with Rajiv, during my entire application process. From the first time we interacted, I immediately understood my mentor was going to be someone who would care about my application like it was their own. Rajiv opened my mind to different scenarios in the application process like I could have never imagined before. His guidance during essays, LORs and resume proved pivotal in my MBA journey. The length of details that we drove into was significant and was a necessity that helped us crack the top US schools. Working together we cracked 3 top US B-schools namely Darden, UCLA Anderson and the cherry on the cake Yale SOM. I truly owe my admits to Rajiv and can’t thank him enough for his efforts. He is a true professional with whom I have built a personal bond as well which will remain for a lifetime.
3. Riddhiman Biswas
MBA Application Class of 2027
I had the privilege to work with Rajiv, during my entire application process. From the first time we interacted, I immediately understood my mentor was going to be someone who would care about my application like it was their own. Rajiv opened my mind to different scenarios in the application process like I could have never imagined before. His guidance during essays, LORs and resume proved pivotal in my MBA journey. The length of details that we drove into was significant and was a necessity that helped us crack the top US schools. Working together we cracked 3 top US B-schools namely Darden, UCLA Anderson and the cherry on the cake Yale SOM. I truly owe my admits to Rajiv and can’t thank him enough for his efforts. He is a true professional with whom I have built a personal bond as well which will remain for a lifetime.
4. Shreya Sahni
MBA Class of 2025 Admit
I had the fortune of being acquainted with Rajiv Sir in early 2019 and while I was fairly uncertain of what my future plans looked it, I was sure that if I ever planned on pursuing higher studies, he would be the person I would seek guidance from and I was not let down on any account. His expertise in the domain is unparalleled and Rajiv sir was a constant motivation throughout the process, from GMAT to SOPs to interviews, all the way to deciding between schools. It was his ability to map my best interests to the school that would suit me best. I was fortunate enough to have had the chance to work with him directly. He is prompt and proficient in his guidance. I also secured an admission with $15,000 from the Schulich School of Business when I was hesitant about even securing an admit. I would recommend him to any candidate who wishes to have a seamless, stress-free, and genuine interest in making the next best career move. Thank you, Rajiv Sir!
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Final Word for Applicants
As reported in 2025, MBA admissions are more competitive than ever. Schools are transparent with class profiles, and committees can spot the difference between the best and the rest. What will win is not just grades or scores but a clear and authentic career story.
That said, having a mentor who has been through the journey and who has proven to bring out students’ strengths in the past can be the difference between a near miss and admission to your dream school.
LilacBuds is often regarded as the leading MBA consultant in India combining experience with expertise, providing structured steps and a supportive approach that has helped students attain their goals. So, if you are aiming at a top B-school, choose the right partner in your journey who is equally committed to helping you reach your goal. Good luck!
