Last visit was: 22 Apr 2026, 10:15 It is currently 22 Apr 2026, 10:15
Home
Messages
Tests
Schools
Events
Close
GMAT Club Daily Prep
Thank you for using the timer - this advanced tool can estimate your performance and suggest more practice questions. We have subscribed you to Daily Prep Questions via email.

Customized
for You

we will pick new questions that match your level based on your Timer History

Track
Your Progress

every week, we’ll send you an estimated GMAT score based on your performance

Practice
Pays

we will pick new questions that match your level based on your Timer History
Not interested in getting valuable practice questions and articles delivered to your email? No problem, unsubscribe here.
Go to My Error Log Learn more
Close
Request Expert Reply
Confirm Cancel
Back to Forum
Create Topic
Add a Tag

Mcdonough vs ISB

You may select 1 option
View results
User avatar
reetvik7
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2020
Last visit: 13 Apr 2023
Posts: 33
Own Kudos:
9
Given Kudos: 13
Location: India
Schools: Kenan-Flagler '24 Tuck '25 (S) Tepper '25 (WL) Anderson '25 Foster '25 Kelley '25 McDonough '25 (II)
GMAT 1: 690 Q49 V34 (Online)
GMAT 2: 680 Q49 V34 (Online)
GMAT 3: 720 Q47 V41
Products:
My Reviews
Schools: Kenan-Flagler '24 Tuck '25 (S) Tepper '25 (WL) Anderson '25 Foster '25 Kelley '25 McDonough '25 (II)
GMAT 3: 720 Q47 V41
Posts: 33
Kudos: 9
Mcdonough vs ISB 30 Mar 2023, 05:29
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Stuck in two minds over which of these to attend. Pretty clear I target working in U.S in the long term. However not too sure of the tech opportunities at McDonough, whereas ISB is a safe bet as my target is to transition into Product Mangement. Also Mcdonough not being as strong a name in U.S as compared to ISB in India is a reason which keeps playing at the back of mind. Would love your inputs.
User avatar
MBAPrepCoach
User avatar
MBA Admissions Consultant
Joined: 24 Mar 2015
Last visit: 03 Dec 2025
Posts: 3,936
Own Kudos:
1,545
Given Kudos: 634
Status:MBA Admissions Consultant
Affiliations: MBA Prep Coach
Location: United States
Farrell Nelson: MBA
Expert
Expert reply
Posts: 3,936
Kudos: 1,545
Mcdonough vs ISB 01 Apr 2023, 00:47
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Do some research into the product management situation, is it a matter of people not wanting to go into that or is it that they don’t have the recruitment pipelines? Maybe talk to people that have succeeded to get into that field immediately after Georgetown. Look up LinkedIn profiles for people in the DMV. It’s honestly a pretty strong brand out here because it has a strong association with DC, they kind of punch above their weight in a lot of ways. And of course the undergraduate institution is extremely prestigious so it would not be a bad pick. Especially if you already have some type of a tech background where you wouldn’t be starting completely fresh in that field. See if they can pair you with ambassadors.

Posted from my mobile device
User avatar
bb
User avatar
Founder
Joined: 04 Dec 2002
Last visit: 22 Apr 2026
Posts: 43,152
Own Kudos:
83,705
 [2]
Given Kudos: 24,672
Location: United States
GMAT 1: 750 Q49 V42
GPA: 3
Products:
GMAT Club Tests Forum Quiz
Expert
Expert reply
GMAT 1: 750 Q49 V42
Posts: 43,152
Kudos: 83,705
 [2]
Mcdonough vs ISB 01 Apr 2023, 15:18
2
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
reetvik7
Stuck in two minds over which of these to attend. Pretty clear I target working in U.S in the long term. However not too sure of the tech opportunities at McDonough, whereas ISB is a safe bet as my target is to transition into Product Mangement. Also Mcdonough not being as strong a name in U.S as compared to ISB in India is a reason which keeps playing at the back of mind. Would love your inputs.
Show more

Do you have a plan how you would go from ISB to a job in the US? I’m not sure what that path would be…. 🤷‍♂️

Posted from my mobile device
User avatar
reetvik7
User avatar
Joined: 01 Nov 2020
Last visit: 13 Apr 2023
Posts: 33
Own Kudos:
9
Given Kudos: 13
Location: India
Schools: Kenan-Flagler '24 Tuck '25 (S) Tepper '25 (WL) Anderson '25 Foster '25 Kelley '25 McDonough '25 (II)
GMAT 1: 690 Q49 V34 (Online)
GMAT 2: 680 Q49 V34 (Online)
GMAT 3: 720 Q47 V41
Products:
My Reviews
Schools: Kenan-Flagler '24 Tuck '25 (S) Tepper '25 (WL) Anderson '25 Foster '25 Kelley '25 McDonough '25 (II)
GMAT 3: 720 Q47 V41
Posts: 33
Kudos: 9
Mcdonough vs ISB 03 Apr 2023, 00:19
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
MBAPrepCoach
Do some research into the product management situation, is it a matter of people not wanting to go into that or is it that they don’t have the recruitment pipelines? Maybe talk to people that have succeeded to get into that field immediately after Georgetown. Look up LinkedIn profiles for people in the DMV. It’s honestly a pretty strong brand out here because it has a strong association with DC, they kind of punch above their weight in a lot of ways. And of course the undergraduate institution is extremely prestigious so it would not be a bad pick. Especially if you already have some type of a tech background where you wouldn’t be starting completely fresh in that field. See if they can pair you with ambassadors.

Posted from my mobile device
Show more

Yeah I talked to many students currently, according to them, the tech pipeline has been growing in the past few years and it's more about the student choices rather than lack of opportunities. Thanks for your inputs, I didn't know that McDonough has a pretty strong presence out there.
User avatar
MBAGuide
User avatar
Joined: 24 Jul 2019
Last visit: 22 Apr 2026
Posts: 2,359
Own Kudos:
986
Given Kudos: 28
Location: India
Concentration: Operations, Marketing
Schools: Insead Sept'18 (A$$) ISB '19 (A)
Schools: Insead Sept'18 (A$$) ISB '19 (A)
Posts: 2,359
Kudos: 986
Mcdonough vs ISB 03 Apr 2023, 07:25
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
reetvik7
Stuck in two minds over which of these to attend. Pretty clear I target working in U.S in the long term. However not too sure of the tech opportunities at McDonough, whereas ISB is a safe bet as my target is to transition into Product Mangement. Also Mcdonough not being as strong a name in U.S as compared to ISB in India is a reason which keeps playing at the back of mind. Would love your inputs.
Show more



reetvik7 congrats on the admits

Attending McDonough can provide you with a networking advantage and facilitate relationship-building with U.S. companies if your ultimate goal is to work in the United States.

ISB has a strong reputation in India for its positioning in product and tech, but it may not be the most practical choice if you do not plan to work in India. Moreover, if you already have a sound technical background, you do not necessarily require a PGP to transition into product management in India. In such a scenario, it might be more logical to invest that money in an MBA program that aligns with your goals of transitioning to a new geography.

Additionally, your personal preferences and priorities are also crucial factors to consider. McDonough has a tighter-knit community, while ISB has a larger student body.

Best wishes