almostfamous
Hi Gaga,
Thanks for the input. I was thinking that the low stat could also be due to their remote location?
Yes, that's partly true. But Darden's career office does a good job (otherwise we would be talking about it like we talk about Cornell). Not sure how Cornell will pull off this year...I hope they do well since I really like the people there.
Getting back to Darden...finance sector requires much more networking than consulting, so Darden's location hurts there. Then Darden's network is not strong in the west coast, so technology folks have to compromise. Consulting is great at Darden but then big 4 recruit 1-2 students only. CPG's don't recruit internationals. Danaher recruits heavily at Darden but then do you want to go there (I know I don't!)
So, all in all, IMO only...students wait a little longer to get their dream job and finally settle with whatever they get. I think it must be really hard to compromise after going to an elite school but if people will get the point that Darden offers great education then that'll help a lot! Look at their essays and you'll get the point that they don't focus too much on your career goals...it's the same in their interviews. They look for people who will contribute and fit in the case study method.
I will apply to Darden expecting a great education (top 4 in US..IMO) but will use my personal network to get that dream job.
10 Dec 2010, 07:07
