Is a MBA from a low-ranked/no name school better than an ivy-league bachelors degree?

Since a MBA covers more advanced materials than a bachelors degree and also outranks it. Will employers think that a MBA graduate from a low-ranked/no-name school is better/smarter than an Ivy-League graduate but only has a bachelors degree?

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No, the academics portion of the MBA doesn't really matter. You shouldn't fail, and you should try to learn something, but it doesn't matter.

MBAs are good for recruiting, or taking a break from work. Low ranked ones are good for people that just need an MBA to get promoted or something.

 

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