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14 Sep 2011, 20:52
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Hey Gmatclub,
I just completed my first year at a top consulting boutique (monitor / lek / parthenon) and am seriosuly considering making a move to a start-up, but really wanted to know how it would affect my b-school chances given if the start-up fails b-school is a fantastic (costly) safety net.
The start-up is VC backed, VC founded with a top tier team. It currently has ~10 members and will have about 100mm within the next few weeks. The start-up is in the healthcare space.
Lets say if I apply to b-school to matriculate in 2 more years from now, with 2 years at the start-up and 1 in consulting will I be able / likely, to get into top 5 programs? I'm reasonably confident if I spent 3 years at the firm I would be able to get into these programs, so I just want to make sure I am not seriously affecting my b-school chances.
I don't know if its applicable, but the rest of my profile is a good public school (Maryland, Penn state, Illinois) with a 3.42 gpa double major in marketing and supply chain management. I had great EC's in college (start-up, fraternity president etc) and now am involved in a program to help kids get into college. GMAT I still need to take, but I should be able to deliver an acceptable score.
Really anyone who can speak to how admissions officers would receive a start-ups experience at the top programs would be sooooooo invaluable.
Thanks so much,
Run
I just completed my first year at a top consulting boutique (monitor / lek / parthenon) and am seriosuly considering making a move to a start-up, but really wanted to know how it would affect my b-school chances given if the start-up fails b-school is a fantastic (costly) safety net.
The start-up is VC backed, VC founded with a top tier team. It currently has ~10 members and will have about 100mm within the next few weeks. The start-up is in the healthcare space.
Lets say if I apply to b-school to matriculate in 2 more years from now, with 2 years at the start-up and 1 in consulting will I be able / likely, to get into top 5 programs? I'm reasonably confident if I spent 3 years at the firm I would be able to get into these programs, so I just want to make sure I am not seriously affecting my b-school chances.
I don't know if its applicable, but the rest of my profile is a good public school (Maryland, Penn state, Illinois) with a 3.42 gpa double major in marketing and supply chain management. I had great EC's in college (start-up, fraternity president etc) and now am involved in a program to help kids get into college. GMAT I still need to take, but I should be able to deliver an acceptable score.
Really anyone who can speak to how admissions officers would receive a start-ups experience at the top programs would be sooooooo invaluable.
Thanks so much,
Run
15 Sep 2011, 23:12
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Start ups can be great! Even if they fail! And yours seems like its off to a good start. Actually start ups can be even better than a lot of regular jobs because you find yourself doing a lot more and having a lot more opportunities to initiate and lead and grow the company than in a standard post in which you wouldn't get any leads or promotions for two or even three years.
So to answer your question: No, it won't necessarily affect your chances negatively. But it's not necessarily better. Soooo, I think you can forget about your MBA in terms of how this choice will affect your chances, and think in terms of your life, dreams and career.
Best,
So to answer your question: No, it won't necessarily affect your chances negatively. But it's not necessarily better. Soooo, I think you can forget about your MBA in terms of how this choice will affect your chances, and think in terms of your life, dreams and career.
Best,
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Hi run4run,
Working in a startup in an of itself is not going to earn you points. It's what you do in your role that matters. If you go to that startup and take on several important roles, contribute to the team, lead projects, have a vision, exhibit a strong work ethic and great imagination...well that will certainly help.
However, just "doing your job" at a startup vs. at a bank or health care company or enormous tech company...it's not going to matter. If you find a startup that you are excited about and feel that you can make a difference, go for it. MBA programs want to see people who make a difference and who think outside the box. If you feel you have an opportunity to do this at a startup vs. an older company then it may be the right path for you.
Hope this was of help.
Cheers,
Conrad and the Stacy Blackman Team
Working in a startup in an of itself is not going to earn you points. It's what you do in your role that matters. If you go to that startup and take on several important roles, contribute to the team, lead projects, have a vision, exhibit a strong work ethic and great imagination...well that will certainly help.
However, just "doing your job" at a startup vs. at a bank or health care company or enormous tech company...it's not going to matter. If you find a startup that you are excited about and feel that you can make a difference, go for it. MBA programs want to see people who make a difference and who think outside the box. If you feel you have an opportunity to do this at a startup vs. an older company then it may be the right path for you.
Hope this was of help.
Cheers,
Conrad and the Stacy Blackman Team
