From Finance to a Top European MBA: Shivangi’s Success Story

About Shivangi

Shivangi, a Vice President at a financial services firm, worked with private equity and investment banking clients worldwide. With a strong foundation in finance and global exposure, she wanted to enhance her leadership skills and accelerate her career through an MBA. However, balancing a demanding job while navigating the highly competitive application process was a major challenge.

Why LilacBuds? The Need for Professional MBA Consulting

When Shivangi started researching MBA consultants, she found that most followed a generic approach, treating all applicants the same. She wanted a personalized strategy tailored to her profile. After reading reviews and speaking to past students, she realized that a structured, individualized approach was crucial for crafting strong applications.

The Winning Strategy

The focus was on:

• Building a compelling personal story that highlighted her leadership in finance and career aspirations.
• Structuring essays strategically to showcase her achievements, skills, and long-term goals.
• Refining interview responses through mock sessions and video essay training, crucial for her Oxford application.
• Providing guidance on admits and scholarships, helping her make the best decision for her future.

The Result

Shivangi received interview invites from IÉSE, HEC Paris, and Oxford, securing admits from IÉSE and HEC Paris with:

• €30,000 scholarship from IÉSE
• €20,000 scholarship from HEC Paris

After careful evaluation and discussions with alumni and mentors, she chose HEC Paris for its strong international network and career opportunities.

Candidate Feedback on LilacBuds MBA Consultation

"The mentorship and structured approach made all the difference. I always had someone to reach out to, whether it was for refining my essays, preparing for interviews, or even making the final decision. The team took the time to understand my background, strengths, and aspirations, making the entire process seamless. The support was truly personalized, and that gave me the confidence to secure top admits."