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I had posted earlier asking about Goizueta vs Scheller, but have since received an acceptance from UNC Kenan-Flagler. I am now trying to decide between UNC and Emory. Have already spoken with a couple of students and alumni at both schools. Posting here in case I get any additional perspective.
One common feedback I have received for both these schools is that students have to be proactive and seek out recruitment opportunities - as there is no established recruiting pipeline for Tech.
Post-MBA goals: Tech Product Management
Background: 4 YOE at the time of matriculation. Computer Science undergrad. Software Development experience at product startups.
International (Indian) applicant.
Post-MBA Location: I feel location agnostic at this point. Perhaps because, as an international applicant, I do not know a lot about the pros and cons of each location. Plus, I haven’t developed any preference yet through conversations with alums/students.
UNC Kenan-Flagler
- 80k Forte Fellowship (~60% tuition)
- All concentrations are STEM designated
- Strong alumni network
- I think I would really like the college town environment (this is not a deciding factor, just a preference)
Cons/Questions:
- Recent debate about lack of support for international students + subpar recruitment outcomes for internationals - Current students are saying that this is a covid-induced anomaly and that things are bouncing back.
- The Research triangle location - How much does this benefit students trying to recruit for Tech PM?
- Given the location, will I have to travel a lot for networking and recruiting events? How much of a hassle is this going to be?
Emory Goizueta
- 90k Merit Scholarship (~65% tuition)
- Current students shared that Goizueta’s Career Center is doing great work + record placements in recent times
- Atlanta; Ease of networking as many Tech companies have offices here.
Cons/Questions:
- Great placements for Consulting, but not so much for Tech. Alum (2021 grad) mentioned that there is no established recruiting pipeline for Tech.
- Local logistics and support for internationals is a matter of moderate concern (according to a current first-year)
- Have to pursue Business Analysis track for STEM-designation
Please share your thoughts!
One common feedback I have received for both these schools is that students have to be proactive and seek out recruitment opportunities - as there is no established recruiting pipeline for Tech.
Post-MBA goals: Tech Product Management
Background: 4 YOE at the time of matriculation. Computer Science undergrad. Software Development experience at product startups.
International (Indian) applicant.
Post-MBA Location: I feel location agnostic at this point. Perhaps because, as an international applicant, I do not know a lot about the pros and cons of each location. Plus, I haven’t developed any preference yet through conversations with alums/students.
UNC Kenan-Flagler
- 80k Forte Fellowship (~60% tuition)
- All concentrations are STEM designated
- Strong alumni network
- I think I would really like the college town environment (this is not a deciding factor, just a preference)
Cons/Questions:
- Recent debate about lack of support for international students + subpar recruitment outcomes for internationals - Current students are saying that this is a covid-induced anomaly and that things are bouncing back.
- The Research triangle location - How much does this benefit students trying to recruit for Tech PM?
- Given the location, will I have to travel a lot for networking and recruiting events? How much of a hassle is this going to be?
Emory Goizueta
- 90k Merit Scholarship (~65% tuition)
- Current students shared that Goizueta’s Career Center is doing great work + record placements in recent times
- Atlanta; Ease of networking as many Tech companies have offices here.
Cons/Questions:
- Great placements for Consulting, but not so much for Tech. Alum (2021 grad) mentioned that there is no established recruiting pipeline for Tech.
- Local logistics and support for internationals is a matter of moderate concern (according to a current first-year)
- Have to pursue Business Analysis track for STEM-designation
Please share your thoughts!
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28 Jun 2022, 02:22
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What did you decide? I'm in a similar dilemma.
28 Jun 2022, 08:57
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Sorry OP I missed this 6 months ago 
Congrats! These are not the typical Tech PM programs but people get into tech from most schools these days with the substantial hiring that has been taking place last 12 months (not sure how it is looking for the next 12 months but nobody does really).
Emory had 22 out of 144 going into Tech with 16 people taking a job in the west (this is my layman's test of big tech jobs which can be inaccurate)
UNC 28 out of 250 with only 20 people taking a job in the west
In general, it looks like Emory while smaller is putting more people into tech fields but that can also indicate off-campus recruiting since Tech is often a big pipeline many people apply into on their own. There are advantages in attending a larger program though - more clubs, more diversity, more links and connections, classes, etc.
I am sure it is confusing and tricky. I would pick what fits in more naturally among these 2 pretty well matched offers.
Congrats! These are not the typical Tech PM programs but people get into tech from most schools these days with the substantial hiring that has been taking place last 12 months (not sure how it is looking for the next 12 months but nobody does really).
Emory had 22 out of 144 going into Tech with 16 people taking a job in the west (this is my layman's test of big tech jobs which can be inaccurate)
UNC 28 out of 250 with only 20 people taking a job in the west
In general, it looks like Emory while smaller is putting more people into tech fields but that can also indicate off-campus recruiting since Tech is often a big pipeline many people apply into on their own. There are advantages in attending a larger program though - more clubs, more diversity, more links and connections, classes, etc.
I am sure it is confusing and tricky. I would pick what fits in more naturally among these 2 pretty well matched offers.
