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Dwight_Schrute
Joined: 23 Apr 2022
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Schools: Kenan-Flagler '25 (A)
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06 Apr 2023, 14:37
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Hello all,
Little bit about me:
Country: India
Experience : 7.5 Years
Current Role: Senior Business Analyst in a tech team
Employers I worked with: Cognizant, Deloitte, HireRight
Others: I founded my own start-up, ran it for last 2 years (in parallel to my job)
GMAT: Did not take the test
IELTS: 7
Current Admits:
University of Maryland - Rober H Smith School of Business : Scholarship + 2 years GA (The total scholarship package including GA benifits almost covers the 2 yrs tution fees)
University of California, Irvine - Paul Mirage School of Business : Similar scholarship package as above.
Interviews done, but awaiting decision:
UNC - Kenan Flagler : Did good in the interview, confident about admit, but I am not sure if they will offer me the similar scholarship package.
Vanderbilt - Owen: Same remarks as above
John Hopkins - Carey: Same remarks as above
Boston College - Caroll: Same remarks as above
Post MBA Goal: Product Manager, if possible, at Google
Question: With the current 2 admits, UMD Smith, UCI Paul Merage - which one is a better option for landing into Product Manager role.
My Research:
1. They both are similarly ranked
2. They both have similar average salary stats, post MBA
3. Both have tie ups with top tech firms
With all this said, are there any other factors that would help me with decision making.
Thanks in advance.
Little bit about me:
Country: India
Experience : 7.5 Years
Current Role: Senior Business Analyst in a tech team
Employers I worked with: Cognizant, Deloitte, HireRight
Others: I founded my own start-up, ran it for last 2 years (in parallel to my job)
GMAT: Did not take the test
IELTS: 7
Current Admits:
University of Maryland - Rober H Smith School of Business : Scholarship + 2 years GA (The total scholarship package including GA benifits almost covers the 2 yrs tution fees)
University of California, Irvine - Paul Mirage School of Business : Similar scholarship package as above.
Interviews done, but awaiting decision:
UNC - Kenan Flagler : Did good in the interview, confident about admit, but I am not sure if they will offer me the similar scholarship package.
Vanderbilt - Owen: Same remarks as above
John Hopkins - Carey: Same remarks as above
Boston College - Caroll: Same remarks as above
Post MBA Goal: Product Manager, if possible, at Google
Question: With the current 2 admits, UMD Smith, UCI Paul Merage - which one is a better option for landing into Product Manager role.
My Research:
1. They both are similarly ranked
2. They both have similar average salary stats, post MBA
3. Both have tie ups with top tech firms
With all this said, are there any other factors that would help me with decision making.
Thanks in advance.
yashikaaggarwal
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Joined: 19 Jan 2020
Last visit: 29 Mar 2026
Posts: 3,089
Given Kudos: 1,510
Location: India
Schools: Cranfield (A) Warwick MiM "23 (M)
GPA: 4
WE:Analyst (Internet and New Media)
07 Apr 2023, 08:14
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Congratulations on receiving admissions and scholarship offers from the University of Maryland and the University of California, Irvine!
Both universities have strong MBA programs and offer similar scholarship packages, which is great news. Here are some factors that you can consider while making a decision:
1. Location: Both universities are located on the West Coast, which is known for its strong tech industry. However, UCI is located in Southern California, which is closer to the heart of the tech industry in Silicon Valley. So, if you are looking to network with tech companies or attend events and conferences, UCI might be a better option for you.
2. Curriculum: Look into the courses offered by both schools and see which one aligns more with your career goals. You may want to check if the schools have any specialized courses or tracks in product management.
3. Alumni network: Check out the alumni networks of both schools and see which one has more alumni in the tech industry or in product management roles. Reach out to alumni to get their perspective on the program and how it helped them achieve their career goals.
4. Resources and support: Look into the resources and support offered by both schools for students interested in pursuing careers in product management. Check out career services, networking opportunities, and mentorship programs.
5. Personal preferences: Consider other factors such as cost of living, campus culture, and lifestyle preferences that may influence your decision.
Ultimately, both schools are great options and you can't go wrong with either one. It might be helpful to visit both campuses (if possible) or attend virtual events to get a better sense of the program and culture. Good luck with your decision!
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Both universities have strong MBA programs and offer similar scholarship packages, which is great news. Here are some factors that you can consider while making a decision:
1. Location: Both universities are located on the West Coast, which is known for its strong tech industry. However, UCI is located in Southern California, which is closer to the heart of the tech industry in Silicon Valley. So, if you are looking to network with tech companies or attend events and conferences, UCI might be a better option for you.
2. Curriculum: Look into the courses offered by both schools and see which one aligns more with your career goals. You may want to check if the schools have any specialized courses or tracks in product management.
3. Alumni network: Check out the alumni networks of both schools and see which one has more alumni in the tech industry or in product management roles. Reach out to alumni to get their perspective on the program and how it helped them achieve their career goals.
4. Resources and support: Look into the resources and support offered by both schools for students interested in pursuing careers in product management. Check out career services, networking opportunities, and mentorship programs.
5. Personal preferences: Consider other factors such as cost of living, campus culture, and lifestyle preferences that may influence your decision.
Ultimately, both schools are great options and you can't go wrong with either one. It might be helpful to visit both campuses (if possible) or attend virtual events to get a better sense of the program and culture. Good luck with your decision!
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Dwight_Schrute
Joined: 23 Apr 2022
Last visit: 09 Apr 2024
Posts: 55
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Location: India
Schools: Kenan-Flagler '25 (A)
GPA: 3.37
Updated on: 08 Apr 2023, 01:53
Originally posted by Dwight_Schrute on 08 Apr 2023, 01:51.
Last edited by Dwight_Schrute on 08 Apr 2023, 01:53, edited 1 time in total.
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