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22 Sep 2024, 01:36
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Hello folks,
I'm still a bit confused about which programs to apply to for the September 2025 Intake.
A bit about my background.
I come from a traditional business family in India and we have our own business setup (Retail + General Trade Distribution and now starting out D2C via e-commerce) in the consumer appliances category (kitchen). I'll have about 3.5 years of full-time work experience at the time of matriculation (2025 intake), about 2 years of which have been spent in a strategy and business operations (not manufacturing ops) role at a startup with diverse work and project experience during the time there and the remaining would be back in our aforementioned family business, primarily working on expanding our D2C presence and streamlining our marketing (brand and performance) across general trade and modern trade.
I was hoping to get some thoughts and opinions on MBA programs with a focus on strategy, marketing, and business operations, and I mean this in terms of faculty, batch profiles, curriculum, and industry involvement during the program. I assume that recruiters from specific industries are also an indicator of a school or program's focus but I will not likely take a job post-MBA.
I'm hoping to apply to about 4-5 programs idealistically and not a lot, considering this, what programs would you recommend?
Feel free to ask for any additional information if required!
Thanks!
I'm still a bit confused about which programs to apply to for the September 2025 Intake.
A bit about my background.
I come from a traditional business family in India and we have our own business setup (Retail + General Trade Distribution and now starting out D2C via e-commerce) in the consumer appliances category (kitchen). I'll have about 3.5 years of full-time work experience at the time of matriculation (2025 intake), about 2 years of which have been spent in a strategy and business operations (not manufacturing ops) role at a startup with diverse work and project experience during the time there and the remaining would be back in our aforementioned family business, primarily working on expanding our D2C presence and streamlining our marketing (brand and performance) across general trade and modern trade.
I was hoping to get some thoughts and opinions on MBA programs with a focus on strategy, marketing, and business operations, and I mean this in terms of faculty, batch profiles, curriculum, and industry involvement during the program. I assume that recruiters from specific industries are also an indicator of a school or program's focus but I will not likely take a job post-MBA.
I'm hoping to apply to about 4-5 programs idealistically and not a lot, considering this, what programs would you recommend?
Feel free to ask for any additional information if required!
Thanks!
22 Sep 2024, 08:46
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Hey RushabhD,
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your focus on strategy, marketing, and business operations really aligns with MBA programs that offer a strong mix of practical learning, faculty expertise, and solid industry connections. Since you are already working on expanding your D2C and retail business, it might be worth looking into schools that emphasize entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and operations.
I would recommend the following programs
1. Kellogg (great for marketing and entrepreneurship)
2. INSEAD (known for global strategy and operations)
3. Ross (hands-on approach and consulting focus)
4. HEC Paris (known for entrepreneurship and global strategy)
5. NYU Stern (strengths in retail and digital business)
It would be great to take a look at your CV and discuss your profile in more detail. FEEL FREE TO CONNECT FOR A DETAILED DISCUSSION
Click here to connect.
You can also email me your CV at: [email protected]
Good Luck!
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your focus on strategy, marketing, and business operations really aligns with MBA programs that offer a strong mix of practical learning, faculty expertise, and solid industry connections. Since you are already working on expanding your D2C and retail business, it might be worth looking into schools that emphasize entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and operations.
I would recommend the following programs
1. Kellogg (great for marketing and entrepreneurship)
2. INSEAD (known for global strategy and operations)
3. Ross (hands-on approach and consulting focus)
4. HEC Paris (known for entrepreneurship and global strategy)
5. NYU Stern (strengths in retail and digital business)
It would be great to take a look at your CV and discuss your profile in more detail. FEEL FREE TO CONNECT FOR A DETAILED DISCUSSION
Click here to connect.
You can also email me your CV at: [email protected]
Good Luck!
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22 Sep 2024, 22:05
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RushabhD
In order to suggest schools, we'd need more details on your profile such as your undergrad pedigree, GMAT/ GRE score, career goals, geographic/ financial preferences, among other factors such as these
It'd be highly speculatory to suggest schools based on these initial details.
Broadly though, top B-schools for consulting/ strategy careers are here, top B-schools for marketing careers are here, and top B-schools for tech/ PM careers are here. These could serve as initial lists to deep-dive into.
Feel free to reach out through the links below for a deeper chat.
Regards,
Arvind
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