BoundMan wrote:
PersonalMBACoachThank you for your response.
What programs are you targeting ?
This time I would apply to Wharton, Cambridge, Oxford, Instead, Yale, Kellogg, Emory and Cornel
and where did you get into in the past?
Cornel($$), Emory($$$$), UNC($$$$), Rice($$$$), Stern, Hitotsubashi($$$$$)
GMAT:710 (Q48, V40)
I am trying to understand the situation more from the current MBA reality.
I read the news that Wharton refunded fees as the program`s quality was diminished.
Covid-19 and visa restriction is another factor.
Not sure how the recruitment went for the current international batch.
2022 August is a long way to go. But still if you could shed some light on the current situation that would be very helpful.
Regards,
Akash
Hi again,
BoundMan,
You are right that August of 2022 is a long way away and a lot could change between now and then. While Covid may still be lingering, the long-term value of an MBA remains strong.
If you take a look at the Graduate Management Admission Council’s
Corporate Recruiter’s Survey that was released last fall, you can see that demand for business school graduates is high.
Naturally, the MBA experience itself (and the recruiting process) has changed due to the pandemic, though I would not say the quality has diminished. Having had one-on-one conversations with admissions directors at some of the top schools about Covid-19 and the future of the MBA, we can confidently say that programs are still working to create the most inclusive and engaging experience possible for their students.
While of course there are still a lot of unknowns, I would not let the current state of the world stop you from advancing your career if now feels like the right time for you otherwise.
Again, do not hesitate to reach out to
scott@personalmbacoach.com.
Personal MBA Coach works with a lot of international applicants, and we would be happy to discuss how we can help set you up for success.
Regards,
Personal MBA Coach _________________