Hi Charles,

In general there is no age limit to enrol for an MBA program. Applying for an MBA at this stage of your life shows your inclination and strive towards further education. You will have to however convince the admission committee your strong desire and motivation before they would enrol you for a program. Considering your profile, work experience and requirements, it would be advisable for you to go for a dual MBA/MFA degree. The MBA/MFA degree is a three-year program enabling you to pursue both the degrees simultaneously. New York University offers one such program to attain an MBA/MFA degree http://mba-mfa.nyu.edu/. It attracts candidates who want to focus on both the creative and business sides of film. Application deadline for MBA/MFA degree is generally in Aug- Nov. But before that you will need to focus on your GMAT Score and sending your application to a B School of your choice.

It would be highly advisable to seek assistance from professional consultants for guidance on getting a good GMAT score and also get your essays evaluated from them before sending it out along with your application. Also consider taking classes for GMAT preparation to have an eligible GMAT score.

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Hi Charles,

Your background sounds quite interesting. That said, many schools simply won't look at candidates beyond a certain age. INSEAD for example (where I went) rarely admits applicants over 35 - although their EMBA is a different matter, and they do offer specialized executive programs that might meet your needs.

In general, recognize that you can always contact the school directly to inquire. Most schools will have a frank discussion with you regarding your background if you're a non-traditional candidate or are otherwise unsure if you meet their admissions criteria. You're prepared to spend a lot of money on a good program - you have every right to look under the hood before you even consider buying.

Good luck!

Laura Freedman
Access Education