Non-Target Undergrad: Business School Advice
Hey all,
Looking for some advice on future career opportunities that could be available with hard work and dedication. I want to know which one might be best to take in getting to Business School.
Background
- School: non-target state school (Think UC Riverside, U Oregon, Uconn etc.)
- GPA: 3.5/4 and can reasonably get it to a 3.7 by graduation
- Class: 2021 GMAT: Haven't taken yet, and understand that it isn't something I should underestimate when it comes to studying.
- Profile: URM Hispanic Male
- Extracurriculars: involved in SEO (diversity program to educate and help angle students in breaking into competitive careers) and a couple of organizations on campus that span from investing to working with the local community. Internships: Boutique Consulting firm in Asia (6 months)
Current Ideas to get to Business School
BB IBD/ER -->Business School--> Corporate Strategy/Tech BB IBD/ER-->move up?--> Business School--> Corp. strat/tech TFA (Teach For America)--> Consulting (unsure of how difficult the jump will be)--> B- School--> Corp. strat/tech
Thoughts
All of the above are ideal situations, that I understand will be difficult to get. I know that I can get some interviews through networking (have previously), what I don't know is what idea do you all think would be the best path to get to business school. I was recently contacted by a recruiter for TFA, and after our call I did some research and it seemed like a pretty unique way to get into Business school. I know websites will only market the success stories, but it still seemed like an interesting opportunity with great networking and professional development opportunities, all while giving back. I would like to think I would be a competitive candidate at some top schools if I get a stellar GMAT score. I would like to hear any perspectives, experiences, and suggestions on what I could do to best leverage my chances and what schools you think I could be a competitive applicant at.
Business school list
Reach
- Harvard
- Insead
- MIT
- Columbia
- Chicago: Booth
Reasonably competitive at (maybe)
- Oxford
- Dartmouth Tuck
- Duke
- NYU
UCLA
Any and all input is appreciated!
Any opportunity is available with hard work and dedication, really.
That is a good point. I'll keep at the grind, thanks!
Just do Invest Like the Street lmao the founder of that program went to UConn
I'll look into it, but I have been using other programs like BIWS and Wall Street Prep
If your question is "Given what I've done to date and a competitive GMAT score, will TFA harm my chances at a top MBA program?" the answer is "no." It could actually enhance your chances by being distinctive, showing commitment to your community, and providing excellent leadership opportunities.
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