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07 Mar 2024, 09:22
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I have an admit from both USC Marshall for their IBEAR program and for USD Knauss for the Full-time MBA program with a concentration in Business Analytics. Struggling to make a decision.
USC: 140K tuition for 1 year program, no scholarship. Good brand but not sure about placements for international students in IBEAR.
USD: 140K with 6K scholarship for 2 year program. Lesser known brand.
I have 9 years work experience and getting a job post MBA is my biggest priority. Given it’s harder for international students due to the H1B visa requirements and the economic scenario, is it better to do a 1 year program at USC or hold out for the 2 year program from USD? Haven’t heard much about the job placements from IBEAR but the USC brand would count for something.
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USC: 140K tuition for 1 year program, no scholarship. Good brand but not sure about placements for international students in IBEAR.
USD: 140K with 6K scholarship for 2 year program. Lesser known brand.
I have 9 years work experience and getting a job post MBA is my biggest priority. Given it’s harder for international students due to the H1B visa requirements and the economic scenario, is it better to do a 1 year program at USC or hold out for the 2 year program from USD? Haven’t heard much about the job placements from IBEAR but the USC brand would count for something.
Please help!
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10 Mar 2024, 03:10
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Congratulations on your admits! Here are some factors you can consider:
USC Marshall IBEAR:
- Pros:
- One-year program means a quicker return to the workforce.
- USC's strong brand recognition may open doors in the job market.
- The IBEAR program is designed for mid-career professionals, aligning well with your 9 years of experience.
- Cons:
- Higher tuition cost without a scholarship.
- Limited information on job placements for international students in the IBEAR program.
USD Knauss (Business Analytics):
- Pros:
- Two-year program may provide more time for networking, internships, and a deeper dive into business analytics.
- Some scholarship assistance, which helps offset the overall cost.
- Cons:
- USD may not have the same brand recognition as USC, potentially impacting job opportunities.
- The longer duration means a delayed return to the workforce.
Considering your priority of securing a job post-MBA, the USC Marshall IBEAR program's one-year duration could be advantageous, allowing you to re-enter the job market sooner. USC's strong brand could indeed be beneficial in job searches.
However, it's crucial to gather more information on the IBEAR program's specific job placement statistics for international students. Reach out to the program, alumni, or career services for insights. If possible, compare the networking opportunities, internships, and career support offered by both programs.
Ultimately, weigh the immediate benefits of USC's brand and shorter program against the potential advantages of a deeper, two-year experience with USD, which includes a scholarship. Consider your long-term career goals, industry trends, and the skills you aim to acquire.
If job placement for international students remains a concern, gaining clarity on USC IBEAR's track record and support for international job searches should be a priority in making your decision.
USC Marshall IBEAR:
- Pros:
- One-year program means a quicker return to the workforce.
- USC's strong brand recognition may open doors in the job market.
- The IBEAR program is designed for mid-career professionals, aligning well with your 9 years of experience.
- Cons:
- Higher tuition cost without a scholarship.
- Limited information on job placements for international students in the IBEAR program.
USD Knauss (Business Analytics):
- Pros:
- Two-year program may provide more time for networking, internships, and a deeper dive into business analytics.
- Some scholarship assistance, which helps offset the overall cost.
- Cons:
- USD may not have the same brand recognition as USC, potentially impacting job opportunities.
- The longer duration means a delayed return to the workforce.
Considering your priority of securing a job post-MBA, the USC Marshall IBEAR program's one-year duration could be advantageous, allowing you to re-enter the job market sooner. USC's strong brand could indeed be beneficial in job searches.
However, it's crucial to gather more information on the IBEAR program's specific job placement statistics for international students. Reach out to the program, alumni, or career services for insights. If possible, compare the networking opportunities, internships, and career support offered by both programs.
Ultimately, weigh the immediate benefits of USC's brand and shorter program against the potential advantages of a deeper, two-year experience with USD, which includes a scholarship. Consider your long-term career goals, industry trends, and the skills you aim to acquire.
If job placement for international students remains a concern, gaining clarity on USC IBEAR's track record and support for international job searches should be a priority in making your decision.
27 Apr 2024, 14:42
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Already dropped my response in the next thread. Just gonna echo it here too.
It's quite simple: a two-year program includes internships that often lead to full-time offers. Additionally, it prepares you for the full-time recruiting process. If you miss the early recruiting cycle, you have a chance to try again next year (this is, of course, a worst-case scenario, but still possible). Moreover, the school cares about your placement—you are in the rankings, and it's crucial for the school to help you find employment as your unemployment affects the school’s rank.
On the other hand, IBEAR lacks any ranking and is completely outside any rankings, etc., which means IBEAR simply doesn't care about your employment. No one cares about you, and if you raise even the slightest complaint, you might be rebuffed with accusations of being at fault yourself, or that you should have been more proactive with coffee chats and networking (which you are supposed to do by yourself using only LinkedIn, as you don't even have access to an alumni database!!!!).
In a standard two-year program, recruiters specifically come to your university to speak with you, understanding the value recognition for the program. In contrast, with IBEAR, nobody knows what IBEAR is. You have to explain and justify what the program is every time you speak with someone, which means that recruiters are not predisposed to speak with you, as they are there for the two-year MBA candidates offered by traditional programs. For this reason, I strongly recommend not considering IBEAR if you want to work in the USA.
It's quite simple: a two-year program includes internships that often lead to full-time offers. Additionally, it prepares you for the full-time recruiting process. If you miss the early recruiting cycle, you have a chance to try again next year (this is, of course, a worst-case scenario, but still possible). Moreover, the school cares about your placement—you are in the rankings, and it's crucial for the school to help you find employment as your unemployment affects the school’s rank.
On the other hand, IBEAR lacks any ranking and is completely outside any rankings, etc., which means IBEAR simply doesn't care about your employment. No one cares about you, and if you raise even the slightest complaint, you might be rebuffed with accusations of being at fault yourself, or that you should have been more proactive with coffee chats and networking (which you are supposed to do by yourself using only LinkedIn, as you don't even have access to an alumni database!!!!).
In a standard two-year program, recruiters specifically come to your university to speak with you, understanding the value recognition for the program. In contrast, with IBEAR, nobody knows what IBEAR is. You have to explain and justify what the program is every time you speak with someone, which means that recruiters are not predisposed to speak with you, as they are there for the two-year MBA candidates offered by traditional programs. For this reason, I strongly recommend not considering IBEAR if you want to work in the USA.
