Has anyone heard any review of the program? I kind of would prefer this program over an MBA at the moment. I know it is not good to into an MBA program without years of work experience, but I am on scholarship for this program if I do get in. Not to mention, I assume that Duke carries a reputation of excellence in business education (assumption).
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Did you actually attend the program? Most of the questions pertain to it.
Just graduated this May.
Won't carry the same weight as an MBA. If it's a 1 year program, you also won't have the opportunity for an internship which won't help at all if you're trying to switch careers/paths.
I attended the MMS program as well and here is my input.
I came into the program with some work experience and a business undergrad. Despite this, I learned a lot from the classes due to its case-based nature. I absolutely loved my experience at Duke as the combination of networking, education, and social activities were all top notch. The classes were really similar to the core classes in a MBA program - we would often have the same corusepacks and lesson plans.
However with that being said, why are you looking to go for a masters degree? If you can find a good job right out of undergrad, I would recommend doing that and applying to a top full time MBA later on. You would typically apply for the same entry level positions as a top undergrad through the program. This is the case for 90% of the 1 year MMS/MSF type programs. For some (including myself), this was a non-issue as I wanted a fresh restart with stronger recruiting and networking opportunities. However, don't attend thinking that the master's degree will give you a huge salary bump.
As for stats, their website has a class profile that is very representative of the entire class. If you are international, you may need slighlty higher grades and GMAT/GRE scores. Admissions places a big emphasis on fit as well, so its not just grades.
Thanks for your input! To answer your questions:
At the moment the career I am in doesn't seem very progressive. I was able to land summer internships, but my current employment doesn't really field any kind of promotion, growth, etc.. Also, when you mention that it puts you in line for top undergrad programs: the school I go to is a non-target. I strongly believe that a target like Duke may help my chances for employment. As a result, I was also nervous that my GPA would be even worth less to apply to the program.
Do you have any recommendations based on any surprises you didn't expect during the interview, applicant process, etc.?
Also I am planning on applying for Round 2 of admission so that my GPA will move up by 0.2 (grade change)? Should I miss the first round for this or is it not a big difference from 3.1/3.3?
Are you still in undergrad? Try your best now to network and apply to jobs WHILE also applying to some masters programs. This way you can play your entire field...you never know if you somehow luck out into a great job even from a non-target. This is especially the case since next year's application is not even up yet, so you have some time on your hands.
If you have concerns about your GPA, send an email to admissions. It shows interest early on and they were very open to those type of questions when I applied. Having a high GMAT can easily offset the lower GPA and I know some people in the class (although in the minority) had a low 3 GPA. However, admissions will generally give you some advice on when to apply given your situation.
Yeah I'm still in my undergrad. I was afraid of just asking admissions, as they will have a preset notion that my GPA is poor. I did get a decent gmat score (700+). Is there anyway you could tell me your stats/credentials with what year you entered the program?
i heard good things about it
You can career shift, I had two IB internships and joined a strategy consulting firm. I went to a non-target and the ability to attract interest and get a great job between Duke and my alma mater were night and day. Even though I didn't think so at the times, the cases we learned have been pretty applicable a number of times. I picked up a lot of nuance from the classes. Having the Duke brand is huge, I picked up a network that's been immensely helpful.
My stats when I applied were around a 3.1, 680, 2 internships one was MM IB and the other in a STEM research position, URM, strong recommendations, STEM major, non-target.
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Duke MMS Degree (Originally Posted: 12/22/2011)
I know this topic has been spoken on before, but I wanted to get some feedback on thoughts of the program or anyone new who has been in the program before. I am a senior graduating in May from a non-target school in NC. GPA is 3.5, major is finance, minor accounting. Studying for the GMAT now and has 3 business related jobs (2 of them are internships). I am thinking of going for the MSS rather than MBA first because I feel I won't even have a shot at MBA at Duke (or any other top 10) with no work experience. Do you think this 10 month program is worth it? Money is not an issue, but I won't to efficiently spend my time. I currently have no job offers. What are the pros to doing this program? One of the main pros in my mind is the resources Duke can offer and the doors it could open... Thoughts?
What are you professional goals? How will an MS degree help you get there? Duke will open doors, I completely agree, but in order for us to assist you we meed to learn more about your aspirations. IBD? S&T? MO? BO? Consulting? IMF? Dept of Treasury? You get the point.
The fact that you contemplated getting an MBA from Duke is indicative of your uncertainty. Good luck.
I would love to get an MBA from Duke, I just don't think it's worth applying to without work experience being that I don't come from a top school and my GPA is 3.5. I am uncertain exactly what I'd like to do, I have a strong interest in S&T/HF, but as of right now I'm pretty open.
Tell you what, use this forum and learn all you can about the world of finance. There is a lot of information lying around here and I'm sure you'll find something interesting you could see yourself doing. Once you have decided bump this thread.
you are right it will be tough getting into a reputable mba program without work experience, and more importantly good work experience
shoot for the MMS program should help open doors to finance positions that your undergrad might not
Duke MMS - Getting people into consulting? (Originally Posted: 03/17/2012)
Does this program actually work for getting people into consulting?
Not another one of these threads...
Duke: MMS placing into IB ? (Originally Posted: 04/03/2010)
What are thoughts on the new MMS program at Duke placing their students into Investment Banking?
I think there placements are top notch.
also duke name dosent hurt either
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^ what are you smoking? I considered the program but decided against it because placement for IB was rather poor. Might want to look at other schools
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