Should I do an MBA?
Hello monkeys,
I wanted to get some external perspective on my unique situation. I'm currently at a small VC/Growth shop as an Associate, coming from an IB background. I have an early admission to Kellogg for their MBA program which I can continue to defer until 2025. I applied opportunistically during COVID to expand optionality but at this point in my career, I don't think I desire or need an MBA from a HSW school enough to go through the efforts of reapplying through the normal application process - especially since I have 0 desire to work at a mega fund.
While I think it would be a great experience to take a 1-2 year break from work to go, I don't desire a career change nor geographic change which are the primary motivators for most folks going into an MBA program. Are the cost/benefit trade-offs in my situation worth it? Would you go if you were me?
I would only do an MBA if you want to elevate (i.e., need it for a promotion) or transition your career. If neither is the case, I don't think it's worth getting an MBA. But that's just my opinion
Not directly related to OP, but do you think one's undergrad GPA still matters if he/she is not thinking about doing a masters/MBA? Say if you have a few years of work experience and are looking to lateral, do you still need to include it on your resume or it doesn't really matter?
I would say after you hit that 2-3-year point, your GPA becomes insignificant and your value is more focused on your experiences.
nah brah you don't need the MBA
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