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Job Change Before Application - Is it unconditionally bad?

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Job Change Before Application - Is it unconditionally bad? [#permalink] New post   18 Sep 2005, 09:17
Hi,

I have a question about job changes. I have been with my current employer for 3 years, and I am planning to apply for MBA either round 1 or round 2 this year. However, a job opportunity just came up and I am considering taking it. Is switching jobs 1-3 months before applications unconditionally bad for the top 15 schools (meaning I shouldn't even bother applying this year anymore) or is it ok if I can explain how this new job can benefit me? Thanks!
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[#permalink] New post   18 Sep 2005, 15:54
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No, it's definitely not unconditionally bad. But, you'll need to answer these questions convincingly: 1) Why are you switching?... 2) Why now?... 3) If the new opportunity is so great, are you sure that you want to go to school now?... 4) if you do get into b-shcool and decide to go next fall, how much will you really get out of the new job for 8-10 months?

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[#permalink] New post   23 Sep 2005, 09:09
Scott,
Thanks for such a well-organized apprach...I am in the same situation and have been wondering how to tackle the issue!
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[#permalink] New post   08 Dec 2005, 21:17
I have a special situation. I was just laid off from my engineering job and am planning on submitting my applications for Round 2. What if I get a new job outside of engineering after I've already submitted my applications? Do I need to tell the schools?
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[#permalink] New post   09 Dec 2005, 16:16
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No, I don't think you need to tell the schools. If you think it will help make your application stronger, then go ahead and tell them. Otherwise, no need to draw any more attention to the news of your layoff.

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[#permalink] New post   12 Dec 2005, 07:45
But incase a person is laid off or has quit, and doesn't inform the admission commission and then the person gets admission in the school, wont it be a problem during the background check?
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[#permalink] New post   12 Dec 2005, 07:55
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They don't all do background checks. But if you're very worried about it, then send a letter explainin gwhat happened AND telling them what you're now doing with your spare time. This latter part is even more important, because you don't want to just sound like a victim!

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