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Why us

Ivylistic's unique value proposition for MBA aspirants.

We've once sat where you sit now — feeling overwhelmed and overloaded with information, working through essay drafts often without direction, doubting our decisions to choose one school over another — and it's the desire to take all these worries away from you that is why we have built Ivylistic.

Based on lived experiences. Here to share.

Shambhavi · Maanvi · TusharFounders, Ivylistic
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Quality Mentors from Top Business Schools

Lived the process. Conquered the MBA.

We pair you with a current or recent graduate from your target schools — someone who has lived the admission process and conquered the MBA.

Worry-Free, Expertly Managed Process

Nothing falls through the cracks.

Our project managers design a personalised, comprehensive plan — covering every task and deadline, so nothing falls through the cracks.

AI Enabled Smart Tools

Smart tools where they help. Human judgement where it matters.

Zero tolerance for AI in admission essays — but we use AI to power our project management, covering every task and deadline so nothing falls through the cracks.

Lived Experience at the World's Top Schools

Authentic, firsthand perspective.

Our founders are graduates of top global schools who share authentic, firsthand perspective to help you choose the school that is truly right for you.

Competitive Packages

Maximum value, minimum cost.

Industry-leading packages spanning application review, essay guidance, interview prep and expert mentorship — maximum value at minimum cost.

Community

For life. At no extra cost.

Our partnership doesn't end with an offer letter. Interview prep, placement support, and professional opportunities — all at no extra cost, for life.

Where Ambition Finds Its Place

Exceptional Stories. Real Admits.

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Our applicants get in everywhere. Our network spans the world.

From INSEAD to Kellogg, from ISB to Chicago Booth.

How we work

Ivylistic's process — supporting the MBA journey.

Phase 01

Discovery

Process Description

A preliminary discussion with Ivylistic experts to discuss candidate's profile, MBA aspirations, Ivylistic's value proposition, suggestions on best suited package, q&a etc.

Benefit

Candidate receives a preliminary evaluation of his/her profile readiness for an MBA, based on Ivylistic's proprietary 5C Candidate Positioning framework.

Output

Ivylistic's MBA Readiness Scorecard*

*based on Ivylistic's proprietary 5C Candidate Positioning framework

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MBA Readiness Scorecard
Our Frameworks

The proprietary methods behind every admit.

Two Ivylistic-original frameworks that turn every application into a structured, differentiated narrative — not a checklist.

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The Candidate Canvas™

Before a single essay is written or a school list is built, we take the time to truly understand you, the candidate. The Candidate Canvas is Ivylistic's comprehensive profiling process — a structured deep-dive into your academic background, professional story, personal values, goals and the life you have built beyond the office. This along with Ivylistic's proprietary Personalised Story Arc is used to form what we call a Candidate Canvas, resulting in a rich and complete portrait of your candidacy.

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The 5C Candidate Positioning Framework

Our proprietary 5C Candidate Positioning Framework is a multi-layered admissions strategy methodology designed to evaluate, refine and elevate a candidate's overall MBA narrative across more than 70 dimensions. Built on years of pattern recognition across top global MBA programs, the framework integrates a quantitative assessment model with a qualitative element to identify positioning leverage points and narrative differentiation opportunities.

Our Results

Where our applicants land.

INSEAD — Fontainebleau · Singapore
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Northwestern Kellogg School of Management
NYU Stern School of Business
University of Oxford Saïd Business School
HEC Paris
Indian School of Business — Hyderabad
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
INSEAD — Fontainebleau · Singapore
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Northwestern Kellogg School of Management
NYU Stern School of Business
University of Oxford Saïd Business School
HEC Paris
Indian School of Business — Hyderabad
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
HKUST Business School — Hong Kong
IESE Business School — University of Navarra
Michigan Ross School of Business
McCombs School of Business — UT Austin
USC Marshall School of Business
Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business
Rotman School of Management — University of Toronto
Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management
HKUST Business School — Hong Kong
IESE Business School — University of Navarra
Michigan Ross School of Business
McCombs School of Business — UT Austin
USC Marshall School of Business
Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business
Rotman School of Management — University of Toronto
Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management
Georgetown McDonough School of Business
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
Foster School of Business — University of Washington
Olin Business School — Washington University in St. Louis
Simon Business School — University of Rochester
Michigan State Broad College of Business
Mannheim Business School
Georgetown McDonough School of Business
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
Foster School of Business — University of Washington
Olin Business School — Washington University in St. Louis
Simon Business School — University of Rochester
Michigan State Broad College of Business
Mannheim Business School
The people behind Ivylistic

Meet the founders getting students into INSEAD

CO-FOUNDER
Shambhavi Prasad — UT Austin · McCombs
Shambhavi Prasad
UT Austin · McCombs
MBA 2018
CO-FOUNDER
Maanvi Prasad — INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France
Maanvi Prasad
INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France
MBA 2012
CO-FOUNDER
Tushar Tanmay — Serial Entrepreneur
Tushar Tanmay
Serial Entrepreneur
Expert at scaling businesses

Mentor Network

Every mentor is a bonafide alumnus of a top global MBA program. Hand-picked and matched to your business school shortlist.

Columbia Business School, Class'2026

A Columbia Business School MBA Class of 2026 candidate with experience across strategy consulting and internal strategy roles spanning multiple geographies. Admitted to Columbia Business School, Darden School of Business, and Fuqua School of Business, he mentors applicants through the MBA process with clarity and confidence.

INSEAD MBA (Fontainebleau), Class'2012

With 15 years of pan-European professional experience across strategy consulting for retail and consumer product goods companies, leading enterprise teams and owning pricing models for large organisations, our mentor is also an expert at leadership, mentoring, and people development. She is passionate about bridging gaps in higher education advisory through firsthand global experience and mentorship. Currently based in Abu Dhabi, she is committed to helping applicants navigate the MBA journey with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

IESE, Class'2027

An IESE Business School MBA candidate, Class of 2027, with cross-border experience in strategy consulting, growth strategy, and private equity. Admitted to both IESE Business School and Saïd Business School, she supports applicants in building thoughtful and authentic MBA applications.

Darden School of Business, Class'2015

With 10+ years of experience across management consulting and AI product management and having secured admits from leading schools including NYU Stern School of Business, Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, UCLA Anderson School of Management, and Fuqua School of Business, he is excited to support applicants with MBA admissions advice, school-specific insights, and practical guidance throughout the application journey.

Ross School of Business, Class'2018

An engineer by background, consultant by profession, and a Ross School of Business MBA graduate with admits from both Ross School of Business and Kelley School of Business. With experience across healthcare strategy and consulting, they help applicants build structured, authentic narratives and navigate the MBA journey with confidence. Outside of work, they enjoy exploring history, geopolitics, and the evolving impact of analytics on global business.

McCombs School of Business (UT Austin), Class'2018

With 12+ years of strategy consulting experience across the USA, Middle East, and India, she brings deep global perspective and mentorship expertise to the MBA admissions journey. Having guided 100+ candidates to leading business schools across the US, Canada, and Europe, she is known for uncovering the unique essence in every applicant's story. Apart from McCombs, she has also secured admits from Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management, Olin Business School, HKUST Business School, USC Marshall School of Business, and Tepper School of Business.

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