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15 Apr 2025, 09:19
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Any suggestion between Darden and Fuqua?
No huge difference in scholarship, still negotiating with both schools to match/offer more
BG: Mechanical Engineering, 9Y in Tech Startup Operations Management
Asian, Female, No need sponsor
Recruiting: Primarily consulting (management or strategy), want to get into big firm 1-2 yr to experience different industries then exit to coporate strategy or GM
Parallel path will be GM in Tech
No preferred location, open to any unpopular office. Want to get into a good firm first then seeking international relocation options.
UVA Pros - Consulting Beast, Great Employment Report
Duke Pros - Well known Brand (Duke), Not as stressful Academic (vs Darden), more international perspectives (class diversity & exchange options)
Went to welcome weekends at both schools, Duke students seem chill at finding jobs, a few not yet secure intern offer at mid April. But UVA school life seems not have as many activities.
No huge difference in scholarship, still negotiating with both schools to match/offer more
BG: Mechanical Engineering, 9Y in Tech Startup Operations Management
Asian, Female, No need sponsor
Recruiting: Primarily consulting (management or strategy), want to get into big firm 1-2 yr to experience different industries then exit to coporate strategy or GM
Parallel path will be GM in Tech
No preferred location, open to any unpopular office. Want to get into a good firm first then seeking international relocation options.
UVA Pros - Consulting Beast, Great Employment Report
Duke Pros - Well known Brand (Duke), Not as stressful Academic (vs Darden), more international perspectives (class diversity & exchange options)
Went to welcome weekends at both schools, Duke students seem chill at finding jobs, a few not yet secure intern offer at mid April. But UVA school life seems not have as many activities.
17 Apr 2025, 22:36
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This is actually a fantastic dilemma to have! Both Darden and Fuqua are powerhouse programs for consulting recruiting, and you've clearly done your homework on their differences. If academics and recruiting infrastructure are your priority, Darden. If culture and international exposure matter more, Fuqua.
To choose one here, consider this. For your specific background and goals, Darden might have a slight edge. Their case method teaching style mirrors consulting work, and their placement numbers for MBB and T2 firms are consistently impressive. The academic rigor you're sensing at Darden directly translates to interview readiness - those cold calls in class build the same mental muscles you'll need in case interviews.
Hope this helps.
To choose one here, consider this. For your specific background and goals, Darden might have a slight edge. Their case method teaching style mirrors consulting work, and their placement numbers for MBB and T2 firms are consistently impressive. The academic rigor you're sensing at Darden directly translates to interview readiness - those cold calls in class build the same mental muscles you'll need in case interviews.
Hope this helps.
18 Apr 2025, 03:55
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PerplexedIncoming
Congrats on both the offers PerplexedIncoming ! Given your openness to location, interest in both consulting and eventual corporate leadership, and negotiation with scholarships(best wishes), it may come down to how you want to experience the next 2 years, intensity and elite consulting focus at Darden vs. balance, globalism, and brand value at Fuqua.
A few questions to reflect on:
- Which environment do you see yourself thriving in, highly structured and intense, or collaborative and explorative?
- Are you looking to maximize consulting placement alone, or is global mobility and a more diverse network equally (or more) important?
- How important is academic style in shaping your learning?
You're in an enviable spot, and no wrong choice here. But between the 2, Fuqua might give you slightly more flexibility to explore and grow, while Darden may fast-track your consulting ambitions with intensity and focus. The controller is in your hands...! Best wishes
