My school (non target) offers a fast track MBA, 12 months right after undergrad. Bad move?
School, like title, is a non target that essentially is offering a 5th year of schooling right after undergrad for MBA. Bad career move? Even if there’s previous relevant intern experience and could possibly recruit for intern role while in the program?
You won't really get any benefit of the MBA.
The main feature of an MBA program is networking. The secondary features are career switching and possibly learning a few things. By having a few years of career experience, you can refresh on some concepts and use actual experience to apply to learning/ problem solving. Having a network of other undergrads doesn't help much at this point, and you don't need to switch careers because you don't have one.
By hopping right into an MBA program, you really lose a lot of benefits. You're still an inexperienced hire, just with an MBA. You're expecting a higher comp range, with no additional skills.
My advice is to get a job and go back to get an MBA with purpose, not just rolling into another year of school.
Best not to,
You can always do an MBA from a better ranked school, few year's later down the line.
If you get a namesake MBA (that is what your current option looks like), you preclude your options to later enter a better school, career switch better etc.
Purpose is not to have an MBA, it is to do a competitive MBA that will give everyone the benefit of the doubt, and help you make some wild career moves. How will doing an MBA in the same non-target help you when you still inexperienced?
Good luck! you have time
Based on the most helpful WSO content, pursuing an MBA immediately after undergrad, especially from a non-target school, is generally not recommended. Here are some key points to consider:
Recruiter Interest:
Networking and Local Opportunities:
MBA Value:
Career Path and Opportunities:
Risk Management:
Alternative Paths:
In summary, while a fast-track MBA might seem appealing, it is generally more advantageous to gain work experience first, especially if you are from a non-target school. This approach will make you a more attractive candidate to recruiters and provide a stronger foundation for your career.
Sources: Am I Thinking About an MBA Wrong?, Failed to "Break In" at my MBA Program - Next Steps?, Journey from Worst Possible Applicant, Took an Associate job at a tiny firm, how screwed am I?, Non-Target hustled like hell, got offer at BX/Apollo/KKR, but feeling urge to get prestigious degree?
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