Networking for MSF Programs?
Hey Monkeys,
Had a quick question on how important networking with the respected MSF programs are. I'm currently a Junior in undergrad and plan on looking into some top MSF programs while studying for the GMAT this summer. I know networking can be very important at certain schools.
It is best to reach out to the admissions office/recruiters and show interest, or to reach out to alumni of the programs?
Thanks!
Current stats:
- Large California state school (non-target) studying Finance / 3.5 cum GPA / 3.8 Major GPA
- Internships at M&A shop, Small PE fund, and Graphics design agency
- Leadership roles on campus
Define top MSFs. Are we talking Vandy, or LSE/MIT?
Vandy, Claremont McKenna, LBS, LSE, Imperial College, Washington U, BC
I'd say, for these programs, showing interest will only move the needle if you are on the threshold or being accepted. That means: good internships, good GPA, and great test scores. Alumni of these programs would have more and better things to say. Why not reach out to a few on LinkedIn?
That's what I was planning on doing! I just did't know how the process worked in terms of recommendations from alumni > admissions on certain candidates and if that holds any value?
Btw, what would you say my chances were if I scored >700 on the GMAT?
Thanks FinanceGuy15
Perhaps @TNA can give you chances. I'm not qualified to address that. But, if you were the business school, who would you take? I'd take the kid most likely to get hired at a great place and sing the praises of my program.
actually the MSF networking are average. it's the faculty and the platform (built for MBAs) and overlaps with MBAs that gets good. Especially MIT's M7 program definitely has lots of kicks in it.
Networking with the programs and alumni is important. You need to be careful that you don't become annoying, but I speak to admissions at all those schools and they remark about the massive number of applicants that apply and have zero contact with adcoms or current students. Shows that someone is just throwing an app in and not really taking the time to understand the school or the program.
Networking won't save you if your profile is abysmal, but it will help you out significantly if you are on the bubble. I was talking to an admissions officer this week and brought up a student that chose to visit in person and who had been talking to me. I know CMC and Vanderbilt both have current students that meet applicants and give their feedback. Nova is doing something similar.
It also helps with your essays (all of which are read).
Masters in Finance Networking (Originally Posted: 09/11/2012)
Has anyone here completed (or is currently completing) a Masters in Finance (or something similar) anywhere in London/Europe.
Can I please PM you? Seeking general advice about the university you are at and the course you are studying (not application advice haha).
I thought this was about a "Masters in Finance-Networking" degree. I was about to refer you to every third post on this site.
Same.
Networking and Masters programs (Originally Posted: 02/01/2015)
I am looking to get into a good masters program and I was wondering, would networking help in getting into a masters program or not?
Absolutely. It obviously is not going to guarantee you a spot in the program, but talking with professors and admissions people there certainly will help. Even better if you find out who is part of the selection committee (you are not supposed to know, but if you are slimy you can find out a name) and innocently ask for a meeting to inquire about the program.
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