MBA@35

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I am 35 and want to sharpen my leadership skills with an MBA (India or abroad). Which colleges (India or abroad) have average experience of 9-10 years for 1 year full time MBA program ?
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Admissionado · Answer

skenigma : You are a better candidate for Executive MBA (EMBA) programs. The 1-year MBA is designed more for relatively younger candidates. That dynamic comes through in the recruiting opportunities available to full-time students. Can you please share more information about your profile? That would be particularly helpful in finding you a match. You can also reach out to us at Admissionado for a free consultation whereby we can talk about your background and potential schools/programs that meet your criteria. https://admissionado.com/free-consultation/ Best, Admissionado

bb · Answer

Good question. I don’t know what options exist in India but at that age in the United States, you would be going to either a part-time NBA program or an executive program.

Some FT programs would also Open to older applicants for their one year MBA programs. There are obviously specialty degrees in programs such as MIT Sloan fellows and Stanford MSX.

Also, many European MBA programs are open to older applicants and many of them are one year long.

I would probably consider the format in the location for the program. Let me know if any questions.

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skenigma · Answer

Thank you for your replies.
I have 13 years of experience in R&D (IT industry) for a globally reputed OEM. I m yet to directly manage people as Senior manager.
I am m torn between 
a) shifting my career to my passion, which is football/soccer and hence move to a sports industry (sports companies or desk jobs in football clubs).
b) shifting to a different work role (Eg: Sales,Consulting) in the same IT industry.

Could you please advise what kind of MBA will help me in reaching either of these goals?

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bb · Answer

Just FYI- here is a bit of a warning story from a few years ago: https://gmatclub.com/forum/mba-after-30 ... 00397.html Posted from my mobile device

fall2021 · Answer

India - Executive PGP programs at IIM A/B/C etc. and few tier 2 schools as well

USA - MIT Sloan Fellows, Stanford MSx, USC Marshall iBear

UK - London Business School Sloan Masters (minimum experience required is 15 years though)

ARINGO · Answer

While some top business schools may be a bit more selective when it comes to age, or have definite age bias and try to encourage 30+ candidates to pursue a part-time or executive option, this concern tends to be blown out of proportion. In fact, with a solid application, candidates between 30 and 35 years of age may even have a better chance of getting accepted to the MBA programs of their choice.

Consider how much work experience you have had thus far. Have there been any noteworthy achievements that will serve as a foundation for your future career? As an applicant over 30 years old, you likely have an impressive background that will support you as a candidate. Use this experience to show the admissions board that you are committed and motivated, and that you have much to contribute to a “younger” class. References are also an important part of the process, providing the school with additional context and credible, unbiased third-party feedback. Another important part of the admission process you should take more seriously as an older candidate is the interview. You should use your interview to demonstrate you are absolutely committed to your studies.

For more tips for older candidates, please visit: https://www.aringo.com/mba-over-30/

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hello  skenigma ,

You should look at applying to the EMBA programs offered by IIM A, IIM C, IIM L, IIM I, etc. You may not be eligible for IIM B.

These are full-time programs; while you will still be slightly on the higher side in so far as work experience is concerned, you may give these a shot.

All the best!

Shivam2027 · Answer

HEY , PGPX in india and msx stanford would have been my choice for it good luck

AdmitExpert · Answer

You can explore the following 1-year full-time MBA programs, which have higher average work-ex and are usually ok with candidates having more than 10 years of work-ex -

1. MIT Sloan Fellows Program
2. Stanford MSx Program
3. LBS Sloan Fellows Program
4. Nanyang Sloan Fellows Program
5. USC Marshall iBear Program
6. IIM A PGPX
7. IIM B EPGP
8. IM C MBAeX
9. NYU AD
10. Alliance Manchester
11. IMD Switzerland
12. Cornell and NYU tech MBA
13. Emory 1 year program
14. Kellogg 1 year program

Please feel free to connect with our team for a  free profile evaluation  by experienced admissions consultant who can help you secure the admit.

ElevantedGlobal · Answer

At 35, if your primary objective is to strengthen leadership skills and broaden your management perspective, you should consider one-year, full-time post-experience MBA programmes in India as well as international MBAs.

In India, programmes worth exploring include IIM Ahmedabad PGPX, IIM Calcutta MBAEx, IIM Lucknow IPMX and IIM Bangalore EPGP. Their cohorts generally include experienced professionals, although the average experience varies and may not consistently reach 9–10 years. For example, IIM Ahmedabad’s 2027 PGPX class reports an average of 7.4 years of experience, while IIM Calcutta’s programme is designed for professionals with at least five years of experience.

Abroad, you could also explore one-year or accelerated MBA programmes at schools such as INSEAD, IMD and IE, depending on your career goals, budget and preferred location. Some international full-time MBA programmes have average experience closer to your target, while Executive MBA programmes may be more aligned with your experience level if you want to continue working.

The right choice will depend on your current industry, years of managerial experience, leadership responsibilities, post-MBA goals and whether you want a career transition or leadership development within your existing field.

If you share your current role, total work experience, academic background and preferred country, we can help you assess the programmes that best fit your profile through a complimentary call with us.

Hope this helps! 
 Maanvi Prasad | INSEAD Alum, Class of 2012 
 Shambhavi | McCombs, Texas Alum, Class of 2018 
 Founders, Elevanted

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