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22 Jun 2016, 09:05
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Hello,
The purpose of this message is to get your expert advice on pursuing an MBA for my case with "age factor".
An overview of my credentials is provided below:
Academics
1. Masters from a US school (Graduated 2008) GPA 3.7/4.0
2. Masters form IIT - GPA 9.3/10.0
3. Bachelors from IIT - GPA 8.4/10.0
Work Experience
1. 8 years exp (as of today) in a US company of approximately 1000 employees (energy industry)
2. Associate manager of a group supervising 10 employees
GMAT Score - 730
Target Schools for full-time MBA
Wharton
Harvard
Booth
MIT Sloan
Kellogg
Columbia
Duke
Target Schools for EMBA
Wharton
Columbia
Stern
Having said the above, it has brought me to the cross-roads to choose between a full-time MBA or an EMBA. I would like to get into Tech consulting post MBA.
A full-time MBA can potentially provide me an opportunity to change career. But in my case, is it less likely to get admission into top tier schools due to age factor (32 yrs) and work exp (8 yrs)? Additionally, it makes me wonder why would a company want to hire someone with 8 yrs experience as against someone with 3-4 yrs experience. Even if a company wants to hire me, would it be for an associate level position?
The other option is to pursue an EMBA, which makes me a little nervous. With a staggering loan of approximately $200K in top tier business schools, I want to understand if the opportunities or the ROI, if I may call it, are promising. The most important question that keeps haunting me is whether companies approach EMBAs during hiring process or would I be on my own post-MBA. Moving up in my current organization is not an option due to its flat structure.
I would really appreciate if you could provide some insight so I can make an informed decision. Thanks.
The purpose of this message is to get your expert advice on pursuing an MBA for my case with "age factor".
An overview of my credentials is provided below:
Academics
1. Masters from a US school (Graduated 2008) GPA 3.7/4.0
2. Masters form IIT - GPA 9.3/10.0
3. Bachelors from IIT - GPA 8.4/10.0
Work Experience
1. 8 years exp (as of today) in a US company of approximately 1000 employees (energy industry)
2. Associate manager of a group supervising 10 employees
GMAT Score - 730
Target Schools for full-time MBA
Wharton
Harvard
Booth
MIT Sloan
Kellogg
Columbia
Duke
Target Schools for EMBA
Wharton
Columbia
Stern
Having said the above, it has brought me to the cross-roads to choose between a full-time MBA or an EMBA. I would like to get into Tech consulting post MBA.
A full-time MBA can potentially provide me an opportunity to change career. But in my case, is it less likely to get admission into top tier schools due to age factor (32 yrs) and work exp (8 yrs)? Additionally, it makes me wonder why would a company want to hire someone with 8 yrs experience as against someone with 3-4 yrs experience. Even if a company wants to hire me, would it be for an associate level position?
The other option is to pursue an EMBA, which makes me a little nervous. With a staggering loan of approximately $200K in top tier business schools, I want to understand if the opportunities or the ROI, if I may call it, are promising. The most important question that keeps haunting me is whether companies approach EMBAs during hiring process or would I be on my own post-MBA. Moving up in my current organization is not an option due to its flat structure.
I would really appreciate if you could provide some insight so I can make an informed decision. Thanks.
22 Jun 2016, 10:52
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Most students who pursue an EMBA generally are sponsored especially given the high price tag. Also, most candidates are looking to stay within their company or industry as a whole so it seems that an EMBA may not be the best fit for you. At 32 I think you can still be age appropriate at top MBA programs, on paper you are a fit with the programs listed but I think your career story will need to be tighter. You will have to make sure it is clear why you want to go from energy to tech consulting. Also, whether you are willing to do the traditional mgmt consulting path or are looking for more niche tech players. Tighten your story and FT should be your route
22 Jun 2016, 17:32
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It all boils down to your goals after business school. If you want to make a career switch into a mid-upper level management role, FT is your best bet. However, if that is going to be a step down for you in terms of level and salary it may not be the best move. On the flip side, an EMBA typically isn't worthwhile unless you have sponsorship from your organization - it shows their commitment to move you up the ladder and you're not left with the risk of paying all that tuition.
I'd take a step back to consider what you truly want to do post MBA and find the best logical path/program to help you get there. Reverse engineering this is only going to get messy, and you might be left with a path you truly didn't want to go down to begin with. For details on our thoughts about the different types of programs, check out our video on the different types of MBA programs here. If you want to chat with us live to share discuss your specific situation and learn about how we can help, sign up for a free consultation below!
I'd take a step back to consider what you truly want to do post MBA and find the best logical path/program to help you get there. Reverse engineering this is only going to get messy, and you might be left with a path you truly didn't want to go down to begin with. For details on our thoughts about the different types of programs, check out our video on the different types of MBA programs here. If you want to chat with us live to share discuss your specific situation and learn about how we can help, sign up for a free consultation below!
