Career Advice - Attempted Pivot
Career Advice
Hi all,
M27. Growing up in medical family, I always thought I wanted to be Premed and studied Biomedical Sciences in undergrad (3.6 gpa in a difficult program). I realized during my time in undergraduate that Medicine was not for me and used an MSM degree (finishing 2nd in my class) to pivot to business. Despite winning case competitions and finishing highly in our program, the only interview I secured was at a major airline in a revenue consulting role. I am looking to get into a more standard business field with more upward mobility. I am interested the most by REPE, while also being interested in IB/PE and Consulting. I have completed several financial modeling courses and secured my Real Estate license in order to target a pivot. I also have a 765 GMAT score. I feel that I am “stuck” from picking the wrong undergrad. Would an MBA be my best bet towards getting into one of these fields? What level of schools should I be targeting? I know I’m intelligent, capable, and motivated, but feel stuck career-wise on the outside looking in!
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's what you need to know:
Considering an MBA for Career Pivot:
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Conclusion:
An MBA from a top program with a strong real estate or finance focus could be a strategic move to transition into REPE, IB, PE, or Consulting. Your academic achievements and proactive steps (like securing a real estate license) demonstrate your capability and motivation, making you a strong candidate for these programs.
For more personalized advice, consider reaching out to admissions consultants or current students/alumni from your target schools.
Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/real-estate/mba-programs-for-real-estate?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/consulting/should-consultants-get-an-mba-8-scenarios-to-consider?customgpt=1, MBA or Masters of Science in Real Estate??, MBA worth it in CRE?, MBA Mikey: Is B-School Right for Me?
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