Menlo Coaching

A Quick Note for Indian Applicants

At Menlo Coaching, we’ve had strong results working with Indian applicants from elite backgrounds—particularly those at large family businesses, private equity and venture capital firms, or other high-end employers.

But we want to be upfront:
We’re not the best fit for every Indian applicant.

Our pricing is significantly higher than local firms—and may be out of reach based on typical Indian salaries.

We focus on a small subset of Indian applicants and do not have broad admissions data across the entire applicant pool.

If you’re currently working for a top-tier family business, PE/VC fund, or similar organization…

…and you think you may be a fit for our services, feel free to reach out directly at [email protected].

Looking for a Great Local Option?

We often recommend MBA Crystal Ball, one of the most established and trusted MBA admissions consulting firms in India.

They’ve helped a wide range of applicants succeed at the M7, T10, and T25 programs—even those with challenges like low test scores, GPA issues, or career gaps.

“MCB made me fall in love with the application process.”
— Apoorva: 10 applications, 9 interviews, 6 admits, $250K in scholarships

📺 Watch real applicant stories on MCB’s YouTube Channel
📬 Request a free profile evaluation from MBA Crystal Ball

PE Applicant Discusses HBS Admit

After graduating with a Business Major at the University of Michigan, David worked in investment banking before moving into a private equity firm in Chicago. He received acceptance letters to Wharton and HBS, ultimately accepting Harvard’s offer.

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Applicant Stats

Harvard

  • Undergraduate Institution
    University of Michigan
  • Pre-MBA Industry: 
    Private Equity
  • Career Goals: 
    Getting an MBA Being a Investment for Future
  • Admitted At:
    Harvard, Wharton
  • Coach:
    Yaron

Highlights from David’s Story

#1 Applying for an MBA is an Investment in Yourself

When David decided to take the leap and apply to an MBA, he knew he wanted to put his best foot forward. First-hand recommendations from colleagues at his private equity firm motivated him to take the plunge with Menlo Coaching. The Menlo approach resonated with David and he treated the cost as an investment in himself.

#2 Optimizing Essays

David was hesitant about the essay portion of the application, worried that his traditional background would be a hinder to the admissions committee seeing his value. By taking the time to truly get to know him, his consultant, Yaron, was able to draw out engaging stories for the application. With the help of Menlo Coaching, he was happily surprised to find that in the end the essay represented exactly who he was and what he cared about.

#3 Advice for MBA applicants

David’s top advice to prospective MBA applicants is to start early and get the GMAT out of the way, setting aside plenty of time to focus on the essay. His main takeaway is to keep an open mind of what constitutes a story that belongs in your MBA essay and put your true self forward.

Want to hear more admissions case studies from real MBA candidates? Check out our collection of Applicant Stories.

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