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12 Apr 2016, 07:55
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Hi Everyone,
I've been fortunate to be admitted into two great schools. As someone who wants to get into Management Consulting, INSEAD seems like a great fit but I have some reservations listed in the pros and cons below. Both schools should be able to afford me an interview after which it all comes down to me. So I'm assessing the schools that will best prepare me for the world out there.
INSEAD
Pros:
1) 10 month program (Sep intake). However, I'm not too concerned with spending another 8 months in a program.
2) Network extends beyond just the US and access to the emerging markets is a plus.
3) 41% of the class got into consulting this past year. That's a pretty solid track record.
4) Slightly older crowd.
Cons:
1) Can someone comment on their career services? I've heard conflicting opinions on this point.
2) While I have no issues with an intense program, I've heard that it makes it hard to completely absorb the concepts taught in class and introspect on them.
3) As an international student, the political situation in EU is giving me pause for concern. Do you think I'm being paranoid taking this into consideration?
Ross
Pros:
1) 2 Year program with an internship in the middle.
2) The MAP project sounds incredible and all the people from the school rave about this. The experiential learning style sounds amazing and aligns with how I learn.
3) UM has the largest alumni network ever, albeit it's concentrated in the US.
4) Ann Arbor is a great town and all the Rossers I've met are one of the most down to earth friendliest people I've had the pleasure of meeting.
5) Their career services + the MBA2s assisting MBA1s with case study preparations is unique and an incredible resource to have in your corner.
6) Moving from the US --> EU/Asia seems easier than the other way around. Is this correct given UM's brand value internationally?
Cons:
1) US specific. Can someone speak about the brand value of Michigan outside of the US? Does it hold weight?
2) Cost associated with a two year program. Although the internship in the middle does make the burden easier and I don't consider this a con for my particular situation.
3) The H1B lottery system is a concern but I've been told getting a good company with international offices can mitigate this risk greatly.
I've been fortunate to be admitted into two great schools. As someone who wants to get into Management Consulting, INSEAD seems like a great fit but I have some reservations listed in the pros and cons below. Both schools should be able to afford me an interview after which it all comes down to me. So I'm assessing the schools that will best prepare me for the world out there.
INSEAD
Pros:
1) 10 month program (Sep intake). However, I'm not too concerned with spending another 8 months in a program.
2) Network extends beyond just the US and access to the emerging markets is a plus.
3) 41% of the class got into consulting this past year. That's a pretty solid track record.
4) Slightly older crowd.
Cons:
1) Can someone comment on their career services? I've heard conflicting opinions on this point.
2) While I have no issues with an intense program, I've heard that it makes it hard to completely absorb the concepts taught in class and introspect on them.
3) As an international student, the political situation in EU is giving me pause for concern. Do you think I'm being paranoid taking this into consideration?
Ross
Pros:
1) 2 Year program with an internship in the middle.
2) The MAP project sounds incredible and all the people from the school rave about this. The experiential learning style sounds amazing and aligns with how I learn.
3) UM has the largest alumni network ever, albeit it's concentrated in the US.
4) Ann Arbor is a great town and all the Rossers I've met are one of the most down to earth friendliest people I've had the pleasure of meeting.
5) Their career services + the MBA2s assisting MBA1s with case study preparations is unique and an incredible resource to have in your corner.
6) Moving from the US --> EU/Asia seems easier than the other way around. Is this correct given UM's brand value internationally?
Cons:
1) US specific. Can someone speak about the brand value of Michigan outside of the US? Does it hold weight?
2) Cost associated with a two year program. Although the internship in the middle does make the burden easier and I don't consider this a con for my particular situation.
3) The H1B lottery system is a concern but I've been told getting a good company with international offices can mitigate this risk greatly.
12 Apr 2016, 10:29
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I think the answer in big part depends on how good your previous work experience is and how helpful it will be in getting an MC job. How much do you need that internship in the summer to help transition from your current industry/role into the Management Consulting. Having great brand names on the resume is very helpful. Having good accomplishments is helpful as well - you should have both is my guess since you were admitted to 2 great schools.
However, imagine you are applying for a job at BCG but so are 500 of your classmates and 500 Booth and Harvard guys as well - what can you leverage to stand out? perhaps your interview skills or your resume or?
Ross provides a stepping stone with an internship in the summer and some breathing room/space. INSEAD will be almost immediately a recruiting chase/pursuit as both the school and self-motivation will push you to start looking for jobs, opportunities, and interviews.
However, imagine you are applying for a job at BCG but so are 500 of your classmates and 500 Booth and Harvard guys as well - what can you leverage to stand out? perhaps your interview skills or your resume or?
Ross provides a stepping stone with an internship in the summer and some breathing room/space. INSEAD will be almost immediately a recruiting chase/pursuit as both the school and self-motivation will push you to start looking for jobs, opportunities, and interviews.
12 Apr 2016, 10:36
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Thanks for your comment. As a background, I've worked in Tech Consulting in Aus for the last 5 years. The companies are SMEs with local presence only but I've had the opportunity to work for some big clients on some very interesting projects. Do you think having that internship in the middle is safe seeing as how I don't come from globally established companies?
