Peter clarified his career goals while applying for business school
“I find myself prepared to navigate it all with a clear purpose and direction in mind thanks to MBA Protocol”
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Peter got into his top choice school despite a rough undergraduate record.
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Before MBA Protocol
I was working in a biotech startup as a project lead in clinical trial development as well as accounts payable specialist for the past two years. Before that, I was a lab bench scientist working in drug discovery within the same biotech startup for four years.
By the time I began working with MBA Protocol, I knew I wanted to pivot away from a pure R&D science role to one of corporate-facing clinical trial development and strategy in order to improve drug approval pipelines.
Why MBA, why now
My pivot would require knowledge in business development and an understanding of the corporate and legal dynamics in the healthcare industry, which I lacked.
The right MBA program would enable me to fill these major gaps and equip me with the network and resources to make the pivot.
No change in my post-MBA vision when I left MBA Protocol, but the process of self-discovery from working with them enabled me to later make adjustments to my post-MBA vision with confidence once I began my MBA. One month into the program and my immediate post-MBA career goal is aimed at healthcare consulting; I still wish to remain in the healthcare industry with the goal of improving drug approval pipelines, but general consulting experience would best prepare me for future roles in business development and strategy in clinical trial planning and execution.
Why MBA Protocol
When I firmly committed to applying for an MBA, I had fewer than 2 months and unfinalized test scores before my target application deadlines in Fall 2025. Given my time constraints, I was drawn to MBA Protocol for the concise and information-rich nature of Angela’s video presentations on Youtube. I can confirm that these reflect their high-impact, proven approach to advising prospective MBA students.
The work we did together
The clarity in self-knowledge I gained from working together did not end with the conclusion of the MBA application cycle, but continues to inform me even now as a current MBA student in how I navigate life and career decisions. For the longest time I dismissed pursuing consulting as a career possibility due to a perceived lack of ownership compared to my current role as project lead, but I now recognize it as an integral transitional step in my personal and professional growth for the near future. I have no doubt that understanding myself better after MBA Protocol allowed me to become more comfortable in making that adjustment in my career trajectory.
Coach Notes
When we began working together, Heather created a custom time-efficient, high-impact framework for me to brainstorm my own approach to the MBA application. She also took the time to review with me my personal attributes and meaningful experiences so that I can accurately and clearly express myself in my applications. I will always be grateful for her wisdom, guidance, and support in the entire process.
MBA Admission Results
Despite a very difficult undergraduate record, I was admitted into my top MBA program of choice.
The guidance and support I received from MBA Protocol were crucial in maintaining the focus and morale I needed for the two month sprint to complete my applications in time.
Especially notable is the resolve I carry going into my MBA. I left my current job and moved cities in February 2026, and though I am busy attending classes, looking for new employment, and establishing new roots in a city and campus I had never visited, I find myself prepared to navigate it all with a clear purpose and direction in mind thanks to MBA Protocol.
Advice to other pivoters
Networking is always valuable, but in particular connect with those who share a similar background as you who have made the same pivot you plan to make. There’s already enough uncertainty and friction in the job market as is.
Peter’s Success Statistics
- Pre-MBA: Clinical Trial Project Lead in a Biotech firm
- Test: 333 GRE
- Post-MBA goal: Healthcare; Consulting
- Admits: Kellogg