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DI119
Joined: 27 Sep 2016
Last visit: 16 May 2017
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Location: United States
Concentration: Strategy, Economics
Schools: Insead Sept '17 (A)
GMAT 1: 740 Q50 V41
GPA: 4
WE:Project Management (Consulting)
09 Dec 2016, 12:27
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Hi everyone,
I am currently debating between these 2 schools.
My background - 28, Indian origin, 5 years financial analytics consulting experience across US , Singapore and India.
Post MBA goal-strategy consulting.
Countries - Long term- Australia (my family is settled there); Short term- I am open to any place - US/Singapore (Europe - but doesn't offer that many job opportunities)
Visa - I would need visa sponsorship in both Europe and US, so that's not really a deciding factor.
I do like the shorter course idea given its a smaller burden financially (and getting to live in Europe briefly) but does INSEAD have that much name recognition globally compared to US schools? It was ranked one globally this year but the rankings keep moving every year and might not be as reliable.
My thoughts-
INSEAD-
Pros-
10 months-shorter time away from work, much greater ROI
Gives me access to Singapore campus and Wharton/Kellogg exchange
Rank 1 in FT rankings for 2016
One of the Top schools for MBB recruiters
Cons-
Shorter course - no time for internship-maybe imp given I want to change my field.
Name recognition -rankings keep changing. US schools are better world renowned and especially good for US jobs. Given the state of European economy - US is still the place for better job opportunities.
Is Campus Exchange really that valuable given the short time spent there.
Wharton -
Pros-
Well renowned , better job opportunities in US
Longer course - internship option to get a feel of strategy consulting
Cons-
Higher cost-almost twice as much - higher loan
Not much access to Asia - Singapore/Australia markets - my long term goal
Much younger student population - might be much older than my classmates
Any thoughts? (Have posted the question on Wharton forum as well)
I am currently debating between these 2 schools.
My background - 28, Indian origin, 5 years financial analytics consulting experience across US , Singapore and India.
Post MBA goal-strategy consulting.
Countries - Long term- Australia (my family is settled there); Short term- I am open to any place - US/Singapore (Europe - but doesn't offer that many job opportunities)
Visa - I would need visa sponsorship in both Europe and US, so that's not really a deciding factor.
I do like the shorter course idea given its a smaller burden financially (and getting to live in Europe briefly) but does INSEAD have that much name recognition globally compared to US schools? It was ranked one globally this year but the rankings keep moving every year and might not be as reliable.
My thoughts-
INSEAD-
Pros-
10 months-shorter time away from work, much greater ROI
Gives me access to Singapore campus and Wharton/Kellogg exchange
Rank 1 in FT rankings for 2016
One of the Top schools for MBB recruiters
Cons-
Shorter course - no time for internship-maybe imp given I want to change my field.
Name recognition -rankings keep changing. US schools are better world renowned and especially good for US jobs. Given the state of European economy - US is still the place for better job opportunities.
Is Campus Exchange really that valuable given the short time spent there.
Wharton -
Pros-
Well renowned , better job opportunities in US
Longer course - internship option to get a feel of strategy consulting
Cons-
Higher cost-almost twice as much - higher loan
Not much access to Asia - Singapore/Australia markets - my long term goal
Much younger student population - might be much older than my classmates
Any thoughts? (Have posted the question on Wharton forum as well)
09 Dec 2016, 19:40
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Hi Dl,
Regarding jobs: After having studied and worked in the US, I believe US will offer you lot more opportunities and the jobs will give you access to Asian markets if you like it in longer run.
Regarding the rankings: I think it is safe to say that both are great schools and it should not matter where you do.
Regarding shorter term: yes, this is something you need to decide on.
Good luck!
Sent from my iPhone using GMAT Club Forum mobile app
Regarding jobs: After having studied and worked in the US, I believe US will offer you lot more opportunities and the jobs will give you access to Asian markets if you like it in longer run.
Regarding the rankings: I think it is safe to say that both are great schools and it should not matter where you do.
Regarding shorter term: yes, this is something you need to decide on.
Good luck!
Sent from my iPhone using GMAT Club Forum mobile app
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12 Dec 2016, 16:47
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DI119
Hi everyone,
I am currently debating between these 2 schools.
My background - 28, Indian origin, 5 years financial analytics consulting experience across US , Singapore and India.
Post MBA goal-strategy consulting.
Countries - Long term- Australia (my family is settled there); Short term- I am open to any place - US/Singapore (Europe - but doesn't offer that many job opportunities)
Visa - I would need visa sponsorship in both Europe and US, so that's not really a deciding factor.
I do like the shorter course idea given its a smaller burden financially (and getting to live in Europe briefly) but does INSEAD have that much name recognition globally compared to US schools? It was ranked one globally this year but the rankings keep moving every year and might not be as reliable.
My thoughts-
INSEAD-
Pros-
10 months-shorter time away from work, much greater ROI
Gives me access to Singapore campus and Wharton/Kellogg exchange
Rank 1 in FT rankings for 2016
One of the Top schools for MBB recruiters
Cons-
Shorter course - no time for internship-maybe imp given I want to change my field.
Name recognition -rankings keep changing. US schools are better world renowned and especially good for US jobs. Given the state of European economy - US is still the place for better job opportunities.
Is Campus Exchange really that valuable given the short time spent there.
Wharton -
Pros-
Well renowned , better job opportunities in US
Longer course - internship option to get a feel of strategy consulting
Cons-
Higher cost-almost twice as much - higher loan
Not much access to Asia - Singapore/Australia markets - my long term goal
Much younger student population - might be much older than my classmates
Any thoughts? (Have posted the question on Wharton forum as well)
I am currently debating between these 2 schools.
My background - 28, Indian origin, 5 years financial analytics consulting experience across US , Singapore and India.
Post MBA goal-strategy consulting.
Countries - Long term- Australia (my family is settled there); Short term- I am open to any place - US/Singapore (Europe - but doesn't offer that many job opportunities)
Visa - I would need visa sponsorship in both Europe and US, so that's not really a deciding factor.
I do like the shorter course idea given its a smaller burden financially (and getting to live in Europe briefly) but does INSEAD have that much name recognition globally compared to US schools? It was ranked one globally this year but the rankings keep moving every year and might not be as reliable.
My thoughts-
INSEAD-
Pros-
10 months-shorter time away from work, much greater ROI
Gives me access to Singapore campus and Wharton/Kellogg exchange
Rank 1 in FT rankings for 2016
One of the Top schools for MBB recruiters
Cons-
Shorter course - no time for internship-maybe imp given I want to change my field.
Name recognition -rankings keep changing. US schools are better world renowned and especially good for US jobs. Given the state of European economy - US is still the place for better job opportunities.
Is Campus Exchange really that valuable given the short time spent there.
Wharton -
Pros-
Well renowned , better job opportunities in US
Longer course - internship option to get a feel of strategy consulting
Cons-
Higher cost-almost twice as much - higher loan
Not much access to Asia - Singapore/Australia markets - my long term goal
Much younger student population - might be much older than my classmates
Any thoughts? (Have posted the question on Wharton forum as well)
Are you looking for more international exposure or a better brand name on your resume? They are both great programs and the good news is they have exchange programs so you could spend some time on both campuses regardless of where you study (and across INSEAD campuses with the Wharton exchange).
More importantly, are you currently applying to both? I don't believe you could have gotten into Wharton yet so I suggest applying and deciding later! Reach out with any other questions. I had a great experience at Wharton for my MBA and would be happy to share more thoughts. www.personalmbacoach.com
Best,
Scott
