Georgetown McDonough vs Emory Goizueta

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Hi everyone!I am an international applicant, male, 31, with over 5 years of recent work experience in international business development.

I have been admitted to the Georgetown McDonough and Emory Goizueta full-time MBA programs. My career goal after graduation is to work in management/strategy consulting. I know that Goizueta has a good reputation and placement in the consulting industry, but on the other hand, I believe Georgetown has a stronger brand.

However, I have read many confusing reviews about Georgetown McDonough regarding poor career center support and lack of opportunities for international students.

Given these points, I am still undecided about which program to choose. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!

MBAPrepCoach · Answer

Is brand or placement going to be more helpful in getting you a post-MBA job? How firm are you consulting? I imagine you have looked at employment reports. It’s hard to answer this question without knowing more about you, where you want to live, work background, plan B if consulting doesn’t work out.

Would reach out to student ambassadors for each program ASAP

https://goizueta.emory.edu/full-time-mba/admissions/ambassadors 
 https://msb.georgetown.edu/mba/connect/chat-with-mba-student/

In addition to that would reach out on LINKEDIN

Normally I recommend that candidates also attend student led or alumni focused school webinars, take down their names & what resonated with you. You might find some recorded ones on the website. Would also use advanced search to find *recent* graduates. Or even just drop the school name in the LinkedIn search area. Because this is urgent, recommend you do the free trial for LinkedIn Premium so you can Inmail. People know you’re paying to contact them and also just grabs their attention more.

Make sure to send a *few* focused questions (make it easy to say yes - don’t ask them to stand in as your unpaid career coach). Customize it a little for each person. Demonstrate you have done some basic research already and why you are reaching out to them specifically. Ask if they would rather have a 20 min chat - and keep in mind it’s a numbers game. The response rate on direct mail is 2%! Having a common connection always helps to get a warm intro so ask your network for help.
Point is, don’t get super precious about email you send. Just keep on keeping on.

MBAGuide · Answer

MBAinusa hope this finds you well You are right about Goizueta. The school is known for its consulting focus and strategic location close to the financial services hub (Atlanta and not so far from Charlotte). But as mentioned previously, the best you can do is connect with alumni and students from both schools to get firsthand feedback on the situation on the ground. You should also see what kind of companies you want to recruit for and where their main offices are located. Finding the right opportunities will also take your own effort, so think from a location perspective as well. Best wishes Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alum, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer) Founder, MBAGuideConsulting LinkedIn |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/ | Message(WA): +91 9971200927| email- mbaguideconsulting@gmail.com

MBAinusa · Answer

Thank you very much for your responses!  MBAPrepCoach  and  MBAGuide

Before asking this question on GMATclub, I'd already contacted various current students and alumni of both programs as well attended several online-meetings. Adding your feedbacks on this subject makes the decision process easier. I appreciate it!

sid9912 · Answer

Thank you, bb.

If your goal is to work in consulting, Emory Goizueta is an excellent choice. It is a target school for MBB (McKinsey, Bain, BCG) and the Big 4 consulting firms, and it has a strong reputation within the industry.

While I don't have much information about Georgetown McDonough, I can share some insights to help you decide between the two programs.

Culture: The culture of a school is crucial and often overlooked. It affects expectations and reality. Speak with current students and alumni to understand the school's culture better.

Location: Consider where you want to live and work. While it's not guaranteed you'll work in the same state as your school, local consulting offices often have strong networks with top business schools in the region.

Class Size: This is very important as it impacts networking opportunities, individual attention, and community feel.

Diversity: Think about how much diversity you want in your MBA program, as it can enrich your learning experience.

Other Factors: Consider scholarship opportunities, total cost of living, ROI, climate, and any other personal preferences that are important to you.

Ultimately, choose the program that aligns best with your goals and values. Once you make your decision, commit fully and don't look back.

Feel free to reach out if you need any more information.

MBAinusa · Answer

Thank you for your point of view!  sid9912

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