CT-NY, getting ready for my GMAT
Hey guys,
Just wanted to throw out a quick introduction. I've learned a lot in the one week I've been on here. Taking my GMAT within the next month to see what my chances are of getting into a top 15 program...namely NYU. How do you feel about the doors that degree could open if I network and really get involved with clubs/school activities?
Thanks
I've done a fair bit of research on this area, so hopefully I can share a little of what I've learnt.
A lot of people here will tell you to avoid NYU like the plague, for various reasons - it's arguably not as highly-ranked as it used to be, it's expensive, and it apparently has a very competitive student cohort - but I think that an MBA from NYU could be useful to the right person. To people like me, who went to non-targets and could really benefit from a better brand on my resume, even if that brand is not "HBS" or "Stanford GSB" or "the Sith Academy of Korriban". To people who can go on a full or substantial scholarship/sponsorship. Or to people who are the scions of billionaire parents and just want to relax for a couple of years.
Again, it's not going to be really easy to land a plum job out of NYU, but it's certainly very doable, and NYU alum are all over the place in NYC. Just make sure you're prepared to beat your way through a swathe of your own classmates, and keep your Fridays clear because you'll be expected to attend every single networking event ever.
As a recent NYU Stern alum (MBA), I'm a little surprised at the above response. The class is about the most friendly group I've ever encountered, but I imagine this varies a bit depending on what you're recruiting for. I can't speak for banking / S&T, but the group of 15-20 for research/asset management/hedge fund students were extremely collegial and helpful throughout the process. Outside of recruiting, the class is great, and far more personable than any group I've met from Columbia / Wharton / etc.
OP ... you don't really mention what you're interested in pursuing, but if it's sell-side related (i.e. banking, s&t, ER) you'll be well positioned with an NYU MBA. Buy side / PE recruiting there is not nearly as robust as Columbia / Wharton / etc, but a lot of that comes down to your networking skills anyway.
Yes, it's expensive. And I wouldn't say it's worth the investment for everyone. However, it's an amazing experience, a chance to go to school in one of the coolest cities in the world, and an opportunity to meet a ton of like-minded individuals.
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