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05 Apr 2024, 02:04
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Hi MBA Community,
I'm facing a challenging choice. As an international student, I've been admitted to UCLA with $120K in total (or $60K annually) and Kellogg.
My objective is to pursue a career in consulting (targeting MBB firms) with tech as a secondary option (if things don't go well with MBB recruiting) . I don't have any finance background.
Regarding my preferred location post-MBA, I'm quite flexible, though I'm intrigued by the prospect of living in New York for a while.
In terms of fit, I'm drawn to Kellogg for its culture, people, opportunities' and brand recognition as a catalysator to future career jobs in the long term. However, it's hard to ignore the significant financial difference offered by UCLA. While I don't feel a strong aversion to UCLA's culture, the connection doesn't seem as powerful. I'm trying to evalute the long term implications of the two in terms of brand awarenss, opening doors, etc. I know that in the US the brand is important, but don't know if it is worth 120K USD more.
I'd greatly appreciate any insights, particularly regarding the impact of these choices on short-term consulting recruitment in this difficult market and the long-term financial implications (strong brand and networking vs less). If there's anything else I should consider, please let me know. Thank you all!
I'm facing a challenging choice. As an international student, I've been admitted to UCLA with $120K in total (or $60K annually) and Kellogg.
My objective is to pursue a career in consulting (targeting MBB firms) with tech as a secondary option (if things don't go well with MBB recruiting) . I don't have any finance background.
Regarding my preferred location post-MBA, I'm quite flexible, though I'm intrigued by the prospect of living in New York for a while.
In terms of fit, I'm drawn to Kellogg for its culture, people, opportunities' and brand recognition as a catalysator to future career jobs in the long term. However, it's hard to ignore the significant financial difference offered by UCLA. While I don't feel a strong aversion to UCLA's culture, the connection doesn't seem as powerful. I'm trying to evalute the long term implications of the two in terms of brand awarenss, opening doors, etc. I know that in the US the brand is important, but don't know if it is worth 120K USD more.
I'd greatly appreciate any insights, particularly regarding the impact of these choices on short-term consulting recruitment in this difficult market and the long-term financial implications (strong brand and networking vs less). If there's anything else I should consider, please let me know. Thank you all!
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05 Apr 2024, 05:52
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@MaiaD Congrats on the admits! I too would be disappointed to let go of Kellogg if I were you. But I have also seen folks from non-target schools in the USA get into MBB when the market is good. UCLA is great from a location point of view, with plenty of opportunities in the area, so even if consulting doesn't happen right after, you will still be able to find a way to get into your dream companies a couple of years down the line. The thing with very competitive schools like Kellogg is that recruitments are also very competitive. So take time to evaluate whether you would be able to shine better at UCLA or Kellogg.
Best wishes
Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alum, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
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