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Realistic paths to $20M earnings over the course of a career
I did the math and I need to make minimum of $13M in my career to support my future family, lifestyle, etc. This comes out to $371k per year. Ideally I want to earn $20m+, though. I am 23 and want a solid 37-42 year career (retiring between 60-65.) I am currently in engineering consulting (5% owner...
Pivot into role as VC analyst or transition into role at FAANG/other well known tech/engineering role?
Let me preface with the following: My ultimate goal is to get into GSB. I am applying in 2.5 years. A couple of VCs are my mentors, they are both GPs at small funds (~$50m per). I am already into Darden deferred round but want to go M7 and ideally H/S. I started as the second employee at a no-name...
Stanford GSB vs Darden (PE vs Consulting)
Admitted to Darden as a future year scholar which I am very grateful for, but my dream school is GSB. I applied to both deferred round and was interviewed at both but ultimately rejected by GSB. There's probably a number of reasons why I didn't make the final cut at GSB (lower GMAT score, working...
What does HBS/GSB have that Wharton doesn't?
I've been soul searching before applying to business school this year, and I'm really trying to get to the bottom of what HBS and GSB offer that Wharton doesn't. From what I've read, everywhere basically says "Prestige" but when I press into the details/go deeper, the answers are that everything...
Stanford GSB Round 3 Interview (2+2 candidate)
I had my interview for Stanford GSB and was given no feedback in terms of how it went by the end of the call. Is this normal? The interviewer was very kind and said it was great to meet me but I was left wondering what their impression was of me as a potential candidate. Any advice on how you can...
How to get into Harvard and Stanford Business School
“Blood streaming down my face, I turned away and started to run.” You wouldn't think that was the opening to an admissions essay for the best business program in the world. I certainly didn’t before I applied for Stanford GSB. It was only through sheer luck and privilege that I was able to...
MBA worth it after top EB?
I'm an incoming SA at a top EB (EVR / CVP) and am considering applying deferred to business school. Coming from a target school (although not H/P/Y/S), would it be worth it to apply to one? Is this even a sought after path any more or one that would substantially help me considering the opportunity...
How important is brand-name experience if you have brand-name MBA?
I’m a recent undergrad searching for my first full-time job, and I got into H/S as a deferred admit. The problem is I don’t have an brand-name experience or internships. I have the choice now to start working at no-name startups or try to find experience at a brand-name company just for the...
HBS and GSB Feeder Schools and Companies, Class of 2020
Just some stats I found online and would like to share for those who are interested: HBS Class 2020 Undergrad and Company representation: https://fortunaadmissions.com/wp-content/uploads/… 37% of the HBS class of 2020 came from 14 institutions, out of a total of 254 schools: Harvard (46) Penn (39)...
Can I get into HBS or GSB
2 years at tier 1 investment banking in NY (GS, MS, JPM, Moelis, Lazard, Evercore, PJT etc..)Now at tier 1 Hedge Fund in NY on the investing side (Think Citadel, Mill, P72, DK, Silverpoint, Anchorage, Renaissance etc) Non-target ~3.3 GPA (have a very compelling reason). ...770 gmat. White male....
ClearAdmit Cross Admit Data [From Reddit]
None are too surprising imo. https://www.reddit.com/r/MBA/comments/oohtxs/clea…
2+2 MBA Profile Review: 3.8 GPA, 730+ GMAT, Humanities Grad Student
Background Undergrad School: Liberal arts college (top 20 - think Bates, Kenyon, Wesleyan) Undergrad Major: Philosophy GPA: 3.8+ Grad School: One of the top 10 universities in Canada (1st year in a 2-year master's program) Grad GPA: 4.0 Race/Ethnicity: Asian (Indian - international student) GMAT...
FREE guides to top US MBA programs
If you are considering a US MBA, check out these free guides to T15 programs. More forthcoming including INSEAD and LBS!
W or Reapply H/S?
Was very lucky to have gotten into W. However, I was hoping for a H/S outcome. Should I re-apply? Basic info: ORM (770 GMAT, 3.4 from T10 school). WE: Startup (3 promotions in 3 years). First employee that helped build the company to 150 people. What would change if I re-apply? - Startup getting...
Could no EC get me dinged at HBS/GSB/Wharton if have solid background otherwise?
Here's a high-level overview of my background to level set readers: Asian female in mid-20s Moved to the U.S. for college and have been here since; grew up abroad (UK, Australia, etc.) Went to top 15 undergrad; finance & econ major; 3.95 GPA; graduated Summa + a bunch of honors; also was very active...
Steps to get into HBS/GSB?
I'm a non-diversity candidate (asian/white, male, straight), A2 at top EB M&A group (EVC/CVP/MOE), went to semi-target state school (Mich/UVA/UCB), finance major, GPA 3.8+, compelling and differentiated story for "why MBA?" When should I apply as a current A2, is there anything else I should do to...
Questions about moving from MBB to MM and/or LMM PE
I'm in the process of exiting Bain (I'll refer to it as MBB from now on so that others searching can see the keywords) have a few questions about moving from MBB to MM/LMM that I haven't been able to find clear answers to, and I was hoping you monkeys could help me. Don't feel obligated to answer...
Stanford MS / MBA?
Hi guys, Got into GSB today! Background was the traditional IB / PE path. Any chimps have some info / thoughts on tacking on a 3rd year to knock out a MS CS while I'm there? Thought process would be to take advantage of the sunk cost of leaving the workforce to tack the CS degree on - honestly not...
Livestream Q&A With Three Finance Rockstars (Blackstone, TA Associates, Carlyle)
Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...
Livestream With Three Finance Rockstars (Blackstone, Carlyle, TA Associates)
Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...
Livestream Q&A With Three Finance Rockstars (Blackstone, Carlyle, TA Associates) StanfordGSB2020's picture
Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...
Livestream Q&A with Three Finance Rockstars (Blackstone, Carlyle, TA Associates)
Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...
B-School Placement from good funds - why do some analysts not make it to top b-schools?
I've been looking at the B-school placement of a few MM funds I've considering (e.g. Berkshire, New Mountain, Sycamore, etc). For the most part, they seem to have excellent placement, with most landing up in GSB or HBS . However, I notice that some end up in Wharton (Not dissing Wharton at all,...
Chances of HBS 2+2 / Stanford Deferred program
First of all, thank you for taking the care to read this little paragraph and for your advice on this. Could you please evaluate my profile for these programs? I have read that is very focused for STEM, but I wanted to apply to maximize the chances of getting to these programs as they do not affect...
Worth it? MBA for Wharton grad in the LMM
Wondering how you guys would gauge the value of an MBA for someone in my position (experienced assoc. at a young LMM). I'm comfortable with my resume from a name-brand standpoint, having done the whole Wharton + BB path, and on-paper I don't see myself as needing an MBA (debut fund, LMM, team...
My Chance with GSB
Hi guys, Do I have a chance at getting into GSB? Please see my background below: Undergrad - Top 50 but less popular majored in Finance GPA 3.3 Current role - LP (analyst) covering all aspects of private capital fund investments at a sub-$10B institutional endowment,
Stanford GSB Anyone?
You are invited to Get Accepted to Stanford on July 25 at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET or 5 PM PT/8 PM ET. In this one-hour webinar I will present my four-part framework for a successful MBA application and apply that framework to the Stanford 2018-19 application, including Stanford's essays. The webinar is...
Recently realized I want an MBA - Do I have a shot at Harvard, Wharton, Stanford?
Hello everyone - I recently realized that I want to apply for MBA programs in a year or two and was wondering about my chances at these top programs. Previously, I had been thinking about a PhD, but I think that an MBA is more up my alley and will help me achieve my career goals. I apologize for the...
HBS vs. GSB
I got accepted into both HBS and GSB for the Class of 2020. I see several pro's and con's with each school for my particular situation, and I'm having a hard time deciding between the two. I'm interested in tech and want to live around the San Francisco Bay Area longterm, which I think would - under...
MBA: Stanford or Harvard?
Hi folks. I was lucky enough to have been accepted to both the Harvard and Stanford MBA programs. I would really appreciate any advice/thoughts on things I should consider while making this decision. Here is some potentially relevant information/questions: (1) My intention is to build a start-up...
Stanford GSB v Wharton?
Stanford GSB vs Wharton to transition to HFs after graduation? Thank you all for the responses.
Creative Strategies to Break into HBS or Stanford GSB - Please Help
Hello monkeys, Wanna B MBB's Q&A depressed me (very strong credentials / similar to mine, no interview at even Wharton), and got me thinking - there has to be some clever strategies to earn acceptance to HBS or Stanford. So, I'm turning to the out-of-the-box thinkers on this forum to generate some...
MBA bound: things I wish I'd known during the app process
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Interested in a Stanford MBA?
In the Ask_Natalie_Accepted Business School thread we're asked a lot about chances of acceptance to top MBA programs, with Stanford GSB being one of the favorites. I wanted to let forum members know that next Wednesday July 13 you are welcome to join me at Get Accepted to Stanford Graduate School of...
2016 Stanford MBA Future Leaders Program
Did anyone else apply for the program? This will be the very first year of the program so it would be great if someone close to the GSB could provide an estimate of how many students they're planning to invite. General discussion about the program/selection process is also welcome.
Stanford GSB Deferred Chances?
Hi! I know there are hundreds of threads on GSB Deferred for college seniors, but I'd like to hear what you'd have to say for mine. I'm applying for R3 due to my belated GMAT schedule. Here it goes. Ethnicity/Gender: Asian/Male Citizenship: East Asian - Undergrad: Private Midwestern (10th~20th range...
"Why Stanford Is Beating HBS Among Dual Admits"
This is consistent with what I've been hearing from inside sources for a number of years. That dual admits long used to split about 50/50 but that recently (for a few years now) it is heavily in Stanford's favor to the tune of 3:1. [quote]"These choices are closely guarded secrets in the world of...
Cross-Admit Battles
Who in their right mind would get accepted to Harvard Business School and turn it down? Turns out the answer is: someone who also got into Stanford. Interesting article about those fortunate enough to get accepted into multiple top MBA programs, and where they ultimately decide to go. Stanford beats...
HBS and GSB decisions - R1 Class of 2017
Anyone with good news today?
Stanford GSB vs. Wharton/Columbia/Booth for Finance?
Hey all, If I am focused on having a career in finance in NY , would it not make any sense to choose Stanford over Wharton/Columbia/Booth despite its prestige? Please discuss...
Stanford GSB alum creates a new online dating app
One of the most over saturated markets out there, but this 2014 Stanford GSB alum founded a site called The League. Ostensibly, it's a hybrid of Tinder, Coffee Meets Bagel, and Hinge. It was created because the founder, Amanda Bradford, felt that Tinder was too sketchy and wanted to create a site...
HBS 2+2 vs. Stanford GSB Deferral Program
I'm in the very fortunate position of having been admitted to both HBS 2+2 and the Stanford GSB deferral program for seniors on Wednesday. I've been really struggling with the decision - Harvard's brand is unparalleled, but the Stanford GSB seems like a unique environment and culture, especially...
Cambridge PGDip - Should I accept?
Hello monkeys, Looking for some advice. I've just been accepted onto the part-time Cambridge post-graduate dipoloma in Entrepreneurship. In essence, the class is delivered remotely over the course of a year with an inclusive 3 weeks residential in Cambridge. During the course, you create a business...
MBA Class of 2015 Roll Call
Fellow monkeys, With the release of R2 decisions this week for the majority of schools, I thought we'd start a thread for everyone that'll be matriculating somewhere this fall. Where'd you apply? Where are you in at? Where are you headed?
Stanford GSB with low GPA
I saw that the bottom end of Stanford's 80% GPA range was a 3.36 (!). What do you have to do to be in that bottom 10% that gets in? Let's say you have blue chip credentials: ugrad college attended, tough major, strong leadership, strong work experience, essays, recs, etc... what else would you need?
Keith Hennessey of Stanford GSB on Bush's intelligence
Hennessey was one of bush's economic advisors and currently a professor at stanford gsb. I thought it was an interesting read but a bit over the top. I had always thought that bush was a lot smarter than liberals give him credit for. However, I have a hard time believing, as hennessey asserts, that...
B-School Applications: Stanford GSB and Columbia
With the release of essays by Columbia and Stanford, we are officially in the midst of b-school application season 2012 . If you somehow missed the major essay releases, here they are for your viewing pleasure: Columbia: What is your immediate post-MBA professional goal? (200 characters maximum) Why...
Importance of GSB interview?
Hello, Do you know if GSB puts a lot of weight on its interview? Thanks a lot
HBS and GSB need-based aid
I am a current MD student at one of Stanford/Harvard, and am considering picking up an MBA while I'm here (interests in nonprofit hospital management). Given that I am a straight-through student (0 income; ample debt from med tuition), what amount of need-based aid/grants should I realistically...
How to spin I-Banking full time job in 2+2/GSB application?
For college seniors like me who are going into finance full time for two years, what are some ways to make an application to HBS's 2+2 or Stanford's deferred GSB program attractive and suitable enough for admissions? I don't intend on doing banking for more than two years but it's definitely a great...
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