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How Ivylistic came to be

Founded by people who've actually walked the journey.

Ivylistic was founded by people who have personally navigated the global MBA journey — from GMAT preparation and applications to interviews, admits, scholarships and life at leading business schools. Along the way, we realized that while information about MBA admissions was widely available, authentic guidance rooted in lived experience was not.

Our journey began nearly a decade ago, when we started informally mentoring peers and supporting applicants after experiencing the challenges of the MBA process firsthand ourselves. What started as independent guidance driven by passion and lived experience gradually evolved into a global mentorship-driven admissions platform.

Today, Ivylistic brings together mentors, alumni, and professionals from top business schools across the world to help applicants approach the MBA journey with greater clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

What we stand for

Our core guiding principles.

01

Student First, Always

Every decision we make is guided by what genuinely serves the student's long-term goals — we are not about short-term wins or transactional outcomes.

02

Impact-Driven Ownership

We take responsibility for the quality of our services and the outcomes we drive — for our students, partners and mentors.

03

Partnerships over Transaction

We collaborate like true partners. With students, mentors and coaching institutes, we build relationships that extend beyond admissions.

04

Unique Stories, Patiently Crafted

No two student paths are the same. We deeply understand each story, shaping applications that are authentic, differentiated and truly compelling.

05

Honesty & Transparency

We set the right expectations from day one. Honest guidance builds trust — and trust drives better outcomes.

Who we are

Our mission & vision.

Our mission

To help ambitious students secure admissions into top global programs through a combination of personalised strategy, expert mentorship and high-impact execution.

In other words, we are here to help our students' higher education dreams turn into reality!

Our vision

To become the world's most trusted partner for higher education aspirants, while building a support community of ambitious people.

We believe that this vision can only be realized through strong collaborations and shared purpose.

The people behind Ivylistic

Founders who have actually been there.

Three principals. Three top global programs. One philosophy.

Shambhavi Prasad
Shambhavi Prasad
Co-founder
UT Austin · McCombs
MBA 2018
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Academic Excellence

MBA, University of Texas at Austin – McCombs School of Business (2018). Engineering graduate from Mumbai University. Admits from Carnegie Mellon (Tepper), Cornell, UNC Kenan-Flagler, USC Marshall, Vanderbilt, Olin, HKUST and HEC Paris.

12 Years of Elite Consulting

Career spanning Oliver Wyman, Strategy&, PwC and Accenture Strategy, advising clients from different geographies such as North America, Middle East, Africa and India in the energy and chemical sector on EBITDA improvement and cost optimisation.

Renowned Admissions Coach

Guided over 100 candidates to the world's top business schools in the USA, Canada, Europe and Asia with a 99% success rate. Widely regarded for her ability to identify the unique essence in each student's story.

Maanvi Prasad
Maanvi Prasad
Co-founder
INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France
MBA 2012
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INSEAD MBA Graduate (2012), Pan EU exposure, Abu Dhabi resident

Seasoned technology and business leader with 15+ years of leadership experience across GE Capital, Amazon UK, eBay UK and Deloitte Consulting UK and Netherlands. Professional exposure to multiple European countries — France, Germany, Italy, Spain, The Netherlands and the UK. Currently in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

People Leadership, Career Coach

Recognised senior mentor and talent developer, supported capability building, leadership readiness and long term career progression. As eBay's EMEA Head of Women@Communities of Inclusion (COI), Maanvi led coaching and career development programmes at scale across regions. Received recognition from eBay's CEO for her dedication towards development of employees.

Passionate about filling market gap, using lived experience for others' benefit

Identified a market gap while counselling students through the admissions process to INSEAD. Brings top-school lived experience and deep project management expertise to help students realise their true potential — without compromising quality or delivery.

Tushar Tanmay
Tushar Tanmay
Co-founder
Serial Entrepreneur
Expert at scaling businesses
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Serial Entrepreneur

Proven ability to build and scale businesses by identifying market gaps and turning them into impactful, lasting solutions.

Consulting Pedigree

Led strategic transformation initiatives at EY and PwC across industries and geographies including India and the Middle East — driving operational efficiency and scalable processes.

Problem-Solver at Heart

Applies a consulting mindset to admissions: breaking down complex profiles, identifying differentiation, and positioning candidates powerfully for top global institutions.

And a roster of mentors — only from your target schools.

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.

Rotman School of Management (MBA, Class of 2023 | Ranked #1 in Canada | Entrance Scholarship Recipient)

Strategy & Operations leader with 10+ years of experience, having worked across MBB and top-tier global consulting firms, spanning industries including automotive manufacturing, tech & pharma, across India, North America and Europe. Has partnered with C-suites across APAC, Europe, and North America on high-stakes strategy, digital transformation, and operational excellence initiatives. Passionate about helping MBA aspirants navigate the application journey with clarity, authenticity, and confidence, drawing on firsthand experience of a top-ranked program, competitive admissions, and building a global career from scratch.

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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