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Broad ($$) vs Kenan-Flagler 14 Apr 2020, 18:23
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Hi!

Was lucky enough to be accepted to two great schools. Looking to get into operations/supply chain management. No real concern on industry or region. Which do you think I should choose?

Michigan State:
Pros - 50% scholarship, great supply chain program, new facilities, lots of individual attention
Cons - smaller network, less recruiting opportunities, regional brand, lower base salaries and bonus

North Carolina:
Pros - Top 20 brand, good alumni network, higher base salaries and bonus, better recruiting opportunities
Cons - Not an operations/supply chain powerhouse, full price

Does the 50% scholarship at Broad match the benefits of attending a top 20 school? I’m looking at about $120k cost difference when it’s all said and done (living expenses and all that included). Also, what about Broad’s supply chain specialty? I’m struggling to determine how valuable that is.

Appreciate any and all thoughts!

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Broad ($$) vs Kenan-Flagler 14 Apr 2020, 22:02
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Broad ($$) vs Kenan-Flagler 15 Apr 2020, 04:18
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SCM is my specialty.

So, you target operations/SCM. Then,Broad should be your choice. It is the best in the field.

Why should you get the burden of debt just to join higher school?
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Broad ($$) vs Kenan-Flagler 15 Apr 2020, 05:40
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SCM is my specialty.

So, you target operations/SCM. Then,Broad should be your choice. It is the best in the field.

Why should you get the burden of debt just to join higher school?
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Right on, thanks for your thoughts! I know the debt is higher at UNC, but I am trying to decide if the bigger network/brand and higher starting salary will make UNC worth it.

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I recenetly finished my first-year at Broad this year. It has been a very good experience so far. Rather than going into the nitty gritties, I will just lay out few points that might help you make a decision.

Strengths:
Supply Chain - 90% of hiring is in SCM roles and companies are well aware of MSU's repute in this domain. If the main goal is to work in SCM, it should be a clear choice
New Associate Dean is a Solid guy - Stanford GSB graduate. Really focused on making an effort to transform the MBA including the curriculum (including a greater focus on consulting), enhancing admission process, offering dual-degree options, and taking networking initiatives.
Strong Finance faculty
Strong internship placement this year (Amazon, Kearney, Tesla, Microsoft, Novartis, Google, Chevron, Dell etc)
Brand new MBA building - so top-notch facilities

Weaknesses:
Faculty is a mixed bag. Other than few SCM and Finance professors, the rest are average or below it
The cohort is not the best. The GMAT waiver to some domestic students has impacted the class inputs and the leadership is already evaluating bringing back the GMAT for everyone.
Roles outside SCM are tough to target. Although for domestic, people have landed good roles in Finance, Marketing and HR.

In a nutshell, my recommendation would be Kenan-Flager unless you really really need to do the Supply chain. Better school, better opportunities, better exposure, better network.

Hope it helps. Mind the typos.
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I recenetly finished my first-year at Broad this year. It has been a very good experience so far. Rather than going into the nitty gritties, I will just lay out few points that might help you make a decision.

Strengths:
Supply Chain - 90% of hiring is in SCM roles and companies are well aware of MSU's repute in this domain. If the main goal is to work in SCM, it should be a clear choice
New Associate Dean is a Solid guy - Stanford GSB graduate. Really focused on making an effort to transform the MBA including the curriculum (including a greater focus on consulting), enhancing admission process, offering dual-degree options, and taking networking initiatives.
Strong Finance faculty
Strong internship placement this year (Amazon, Kearney, Tesla, Microsoft, Novartis, Google, Chevron, Dell etc)
Brand new MBA building - so top-notch facilities

Weaknesses:
Faculty is a mixed bag. Other than few SCM and Finance professors, the rest are average or below it
The cohort is not the best. The GMAT waiver to some domestic students has impacted the class inputs and the leadership is already evaluating bringing back the GMAT for everyone.
Roles outside SCM are tough to target. Although for domestic, people have landed good roles in Finance, Marketing and HR.

In a nutshell, my recommendation would be Kenan-Flager unless you really really need to do the Supply chain. Better school, better opportunities, better exposure, better network.

Hope it helps. Mind the typos.
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Thank you, that helps a LOT. I appreciate the honest feedback, especially with such a fresh perspective about Broad. I do love the new facilities, but with me not being 100% sold on SCM it sounds like Kenan-Flagler is worth the extra tuition.

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