UVA McIntire MS Commerce or Duke Fuqua MMS

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Hello all. I've been accepted to both UVA's MS Commerce (Marketing & Management Track) and Duke's Master of Management Studies. I'm having a bit of trouble deciding which program is the best choice. Both schools have incredible faculty, alumni networks, as well as job placement rates.
I don't have much business experience and I know that UVa's program is designed for students with no business experience. I have an interest in Health Care Consultancy and Non-Profit Organization Management.
I've read through each program's websites, statistics, etc.

mrharveyspecter · Accepted Answer

UVA MS Commerce vs Duke MMS (Originally Posted: 10/20/2013)

Alright so I've used the search function and most of the stuff I've seen on this topic are years old, so if anyone has more recent input I'd love to hear what people think of these programs.

I'm currently a senior at a top LAC with mediocre grades (3.3 cum) a BB internship, and some good leadership experiences.

APAE · Answer

You could also consider delaying graduation one semester. That would allow you to recruit as a junior all over again. With your new graduation date of January 2015 rather than May 2014, you are eligible for every firm's summer program.

mrharveyspecter · Answer

@jss09 That's kinda what I've heard and read, which is why I've never really considered the MSFs; however, after going back and looking at the Duke and UVA placements and who comes to OCR I've started to reconsider. Along with the education I want out of an MSF program is 1. Rebrand a little and get good grades 2. Have the opportunity to get into some interviews.

mrharveyspecter · Answer

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jss09:
I think you would be better off not getting an MSF. As somebody currently in one of the top programs I can tell you that nobody in my class has gotten BB IBD offers, typically your looking at boutiques/MM. I would just start looking for jobs, you would be much better off working for a year in a related job then lateraling rather than spending a year of your life and 40k on an MSF.
You mentioned that you wouldn't be happy at a smaller firm or rotational program, but in all honestly most of the MSF job placements will be at those types of roles.

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