MBA

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23 Feb 2021

An MBA in Management is a course of study that focuses on leadership in business. While it covers many of the topics that are involved in a traditional MBA, such as ethics, finance, and human resources, it usually does so from the perspective of a manager. mit management admission 2021

22 Jan 2021

If so, what skills does it provide that help you become better in entrepreneurship, that IB for example doesnt?

16 Jul 2020

Curious about any thoughts on MBB placement and investment management in either of the schools. Thanks!

17 Aug 2020

Hi guys, I'm an analyst at a boutique consulting firm based in Brazil. My firm has a program of MBA sponsorship and we have a bunch of alumni from top notch business schools like MIT, Columbia and Chicago Booth. Although we have a great compensation package to post-MBA associates, I want to pursue a...

09 Aug 2020

Do you have ambitions of launching/buying a private business (apart from a fund) on the side or is your sole passion the public markets? 2. Do you have (or plan to have) real estate investments?

17 Jul 2020

My background: I started my career in a well known tech company in a Central FP&A team supporting the group's CFO by helping him prep for Board meetings, quarterly earnings calls, strategy sessions, etc. A lot of fancy decks/presentations and high-level financial analysis. My favorite aspect of that...

30 Jun 2020

Hi all, I am involved in non profit via the arts. I'm in my early 20's and looking ahead to a long career in upper management and directing organizations. I just graduated undergrad a year ago and began working, but am now questioning whether to go back to school for a MBA. Unfortunately, I don't...

06 Jun 2020

Hi everyone, this forum has been a tremendous help over time and I have yet another question to help me rationalize. I am in the lucky position to choose between two private equity offers for a summer associate role, but that was a long journey. I am currently an international student at an M7 MBA...

05 Jun 2020

Hello, I am curious if there is a general consensus for which self study course of specific masters degree is best for preparing one for pE work. I am not asking about which helps the most in terms of actually getting a job. Basically say you we given a job hypothetically as a PE associate and...

31 May 2020

Seeking some advice on which B-School I should attend. I'm a former Army Officer who's been out for about a year now. I was a logistician so not likely to get a huge bump like a pilot or SOCOM guy, nor did I go to West Point. I went to a well regarded New England state school for undergrad but not a...

13 May 2020

I'm an MBA student at a top 20 school just finishing up my first year. I was initially recruiting for IB, but wasn't able to secure an offer. Then the market tanked and a lot of companies (across all industries) stopped interviewing for summer internships. I managed to get a last minute internship...

06 May 2020

I am currently and experimental nanotechnology scientist at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia. My educational background includes a PhD in Materials Science from Imperial College London. I am looking at doing an MBA with the aim of transitioning into investment...

22 Apr 2020

Undergrad trying to study abroad ... Do MBA programs look at a one-semester study abroad transcript, as long as the grades transfer over to the home institution?

07 Apr 2020

I hope everyone is staying safe during this pandemic. I have been using this time to think about pursuing an MBA, but I am not sure if it is a great fit for me. To provide some background on myself, I have an undergrad business degree (supply chain management) from a "Public Ivy" university. I work...

30 Mar 2020

I'm not sure if it will be harder or easier because a lot of moving parts (fewer jobs available, economy recovers, etc.)

28 Mar 2020

Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...

22 Mar 2020

I wanted to know if anybody had any general advice on my situation.... To summarize it, I'm an engineering major from a top engineering school that will graduating in a year or so with a masters degree. I have solid engineering intern experience in the energy industry, and I recently got an offer at...

22 Mar 2020

Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...

18 Mar 2020

Hi All, I'm an MBA student at Stanford organizing AMAs on Zoom with three classmates of mine who are former bankers and PE rockstars. We'll set up a video conference for you to ask them any questions you have, whether they are about breaking into banking, working at top PE funds, getting into a top...

18 Mar 2020

Before I got dinged for starting a new thread on MBA vs CFA® , I'd like to hear your opinion on my personalized situation. I'm currently 35 years old and working as a CFO for an energy company in the US, making around $200K/year. Prior to becoming a CFO, I mostly spent my time in financial services...

13 Mar 2020

Hey guys, so I'm thinking about applying for 3rd/4th round applications for MBA programs soon and taking the GMAT sooner (obv). I graduated in spring and I had a two month long internship doing coding stuff. I majored in Economics and Finance. Some people told me go to grad school so I want to gauge...

20 Feb 2020

Hey all, I'm in the process of launching a course/future accelerator program to work with a select few MBA consultants make the switch to CEO through search and acquisition. As much I appreciate the traditional search fund model, i felt that it limits the autonomy as an entrepreneur as to WHERE they...

18 Feb 2020

Looking to get an update on a list of banks that are still sponsoring visas for international MBA students for FT 2020 recruiting. Below is a list of firms that were reported/mentioned to still sponsor. Appreciate any insight, update or add-in. BOAML MS GS C CS (SF)

16 Feb 2020

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09 Feb 2020

There has been some talk of breaking into PE post-MBA, the difficulties, and the advice given by the fortunate that have received offers in that route, but is it possible to transition from RE to corporate PE post-MBA? I am graduating my MBA at an odd time, in August of this year, and am looking to...

19 Jan 2020

Does anyone have any thoughts on the exit opportunities from highly sourcing based roles that are common in growth equity and VC (e.g. Spectrum, Summit, TA, Battery)? Specifically as it relates to: - MBA opportunities (are you still competitive for top 7 MBAs, or is McKinsey/Bain/BCG a better...

13 Jan 2020

Now that a lot of offers are being extended (Jan 10 @ 5pm) - how did recruiting go for you? Happy with the results? Edit: Per LakerBanker's suggestion - it would be helpful to list your tier of school (M7, T15, etc.).

10 Jan 2020

Senior Associate working at $5B+ fund. I was not accepted to H/S/W - but did get into some other M7 schools. Looking to eventually secure a VP role at a MM PE shop. Would appreciate people's thoughts on whether its worth pursuing an MBA outside of H/S/W vs. looking for other opportunities (i.e....

09 Jan 2020

Currently a junior regulator at a global Stock Exchange. Strong academics (Russel Group LLB) although no professional qualifications. However, I am pursuing the internal CFA® program, given the supervisory nature of my role. Majority of my work is fairly simple and broad. This includes everything...

02 Jan 2020

Hey All, Peers and friends from college have been talking about studying for GMAT / applying to B-School. Currently a 2nd year IB analyst in M&A and thinking about future. As someone who will have paid off close to 100k in undergrad loans (on track to pay off in another ~2 years), I cannot seem to...

08 Oct 2019

Asking for advice!!! Got an MBA from a top school and landed a job in BB IB in London. It's been a year so far - rough, but suppose people call it a "learning opportunity". Don't feel like I want to pursue a career here, neither do like the attitude and work dynamics as such. Grateful for the...

11 Dec 2019

Wondering how you guys would gauge the value of an MBA for someone in my position (experienced assoc. at a young LMM). I'm comfortable with my resume from a name-brand standpoint, having done the whole Wharton + BB path, and on-paper I don't see myself as needing an MBA (debut fund, LMM, team...

23 Nov 2019

Do the Rx groups of PJT/HL/Laz/etc. recruit summer assoicates from top MBA programs? If so, would an associate have a difficult time exiting after two years to a SS or distressed credit funds as a senior associate? Thanks in advance!

20 Nov 2019

I just received a FT offer to work for a MM firm, and suddenly doing an MBA becomes real to me. However, I had an academic misconduct record and was told that when applying for graduate programs this info 99% is going to be shared with any institutions I plan to apply. Not to minimize how much of an...

12 Nov 2019

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10 Oct 2019

I'm lucky enough to have Full-Time Analyst offers for Investment Banking from both Evercore NYC M&A and PJT NYC M&A. I know I'm splitting hairs here but I'm just wondering if any of you have thoughts if one firm is slightly better positioned in terms of exit opportunities into PE mega-funds (Apollo,...

23 Aug 2019

Is there a way to go about this? For me it takes 100% financial sense. I get my $50k signing bonus ($30-35k post tax) 4-5 months early and use it to pay off significant portion of my tuition for the second year of my MBA. Otherwise I'm taking a loan of approx the same amount in january. To me it...

14 Aug 2019

Hi all, I am a third year analyst working in a Mid office for a BB IB. Received an offer to move to Front office role as an Associate. Also, received an offer from IFC for a position of investment analyst in SE region. My final aim is to go for MBA after 2 years -> Join a role to develop more...

27 Jul 2019

I'm looking to take up a career in Commodities Trading, and I want to know about MBA or MS programs.

09 Jul 2019

Let's say you're attending an elite MBA program, with around $150k of tuition costs sponsored by a tier 2 consulting firm (think Deloitte, OY, S&, ATK). Would MBB consider offering a loaded sign-on bonus (covering 50%+ of tuition) to entice such a candidate? Curious to hear if this is a regular...

06 Jun 2019

I will be starting at a T-20 MBA program in the fall and am looking at recruiting for investment banking. with that being said, S&T has always interested me and curious what options are out there for me. I realize that many banks have slowed MBA s&t recruiting since the last crisis but there are...

02 Jun 2019

Might be unconventional, but it's a generalist M&A/Restructuring Assoc offer in NYC from a boutique. Background: I graduated w BS from a target and spent

26 May 2019

I am a 2019 CBS graduate (from the fall term program) and former member of the Hermes Society (Student Admissions Club). Please message me for details on how I can help with your CBS application! Happy to chat about my experience and tips on the admissions process at Columbia

21 May 2019

I sometimes see discussion on WSO as to whether an MBA is worthwhile for someone coming out of investment banking, especially if they are at the associate level. I recently interviewed Ida Valentine for Admissions Straight Talk, Accepted's podcast. It was an amazing episode, but she addressed that...

17 May 2019

I was recently offered a position to join the valuations desk of a MF PE Shop. I am from a nontarget and my ultimate goal is to eventually go to a M7 program for my MBA. Would taking this BO job hinder my ability to make that transition? Also, does anyone have any numbers into how compensation is...

12 Feb 2019

Hey, guys, I need some advice from anyone with experience in the industry. Any would be appreciated. I recently graduated with a finance degree at the same time got sentenced to probation for my stupid actions during freshman year of college. Long story short it will be expunged in two years. What...

14 May 2019

Currently a junior analyst at a mortgage banking shop and looking at UNC's MBA program. Looking to get into development or PE. Would this program open enough doors? I know it is not a top MBA, but it is T20. How is the alumni network for real estate? Also considering MSRED programs but I am thinking...

01 May 2019

I was admitted to a few FT MBA programs (Emory, UNC, Georgetown) and waitlisted at UCLA FEMBA (part time) for start in summer 2019. I am looking to get into IB in LA (HL RX, BAML, CS, etc) post MBA. If I go to one of the FT MBA programs, will it be hard to get into IB in LA since all the schools are...

01 May 2019

Fellow Consultants, Wondering if anyone here has gone through an MBA, which was sponsored by their company? I would like to know how much support the firms offer; both in terms of financial assistance, University Options, and admission success. Would also be interesting to know how this varies from...

28 Apr 2019