Clastics wrote:
Trying to decide between McCombs, Booth and a couple others... O&G guy working in Houston and a big draw to McCombs is the regional O&G strength.
Would like to keep my current career progression going by working part-time (~20hrs) while in the full-time program (Houston distance or a small Austin shop). Looking for an (*) instead of a career change. The part-time Houston program is not a possibility due to SO's work commitments (has to move to Austin, Chicago, or 2 other cities)
I'd love to hear any current or former students weigh in on the ability to work part-time while in the program. Ideal world would be to swing classes only Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs....
Not a current student (profile is not accurately reflecting status) and planning to enroll in 2017...
From talking to current students in the past, at McCombs during the first semester, you'll be in class M-Th from 8am to around noon or 1pm. Afternoons are generally busy with group meetings, study groups, recruiting, and other networking events. I've been advised that it's pretty hard to work while in school -during the first year.
If you're looking to continue career progression while getting your MBA, why not consider the McCombs evening MBA program? You could live in Austin and even work full-time? The full-time program tends to prove highest ROI for those making career switches.