Executive MBA - Cornell vs. NYU

Question

I got accepted to both Cornell and NYU for the executive MBA program. I come from the tech sector and would like to stay in that area with a focus on startups/growing companies.

I'm fully aware of NYU's better brand and ranking for the MBA programs. However, I truly like the Cornell program better as it seems more tech/entrepreneurship-oriented and I don't relate to the NYU program as much. That being said, I wouldn't want to spend all that money if the degree isn't worth it in terms of advancing my career.

I'm not sure what to do. My heart is definitely leaning towards Cornell, but I'm concerned over some of the stuff I've been reading.

Would appreciate any advice.

Thank you

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Abi1995 · Answer

You can find expert thread for making decision.

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Regenerate · Answer

What about the NYU program doesn't resonate with you?

Maybe that's a thread worth pulling on ...

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GSHNYC · Answer

I think it's more about relating to Cornell and the program rather than what I didn't like about NYU. It's not that I didn't like NYU, it looks great, I just didn't relate to it as much. There was something about Cornell that seemed more tech-oriented, more supportive of entrepreneurship, more emphasis on conscious leadership and the entire experience with them was more pleasant, they seemed more interested in me etc. Overall I feel like I want to join that program, but I'm just afraid of the lesser reputation and actual contribution to my career.

I've read a lot of previous threads about Cornell and NYU vs. Cornell. I got a sense of it, but still not sure. With the focus on startups and small companies does it matter much if I go to a school that's good but not the best? Is Cornell really more techy as it seems to be? 
And obviously their move to the city also changes things.

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Regenerate · Answer

Have you spoken to any EMBA alumni from either school in situations that either are or were similar to yours?

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GSHNYC · Answer

I know some people from NYU and I've spoken to them about the program, but haven't managed to speak to any Cornell alumni. I'll try to reach out to some

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