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18 Mar 2025, 23:37
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Hi all,
After the long slog of the GMAT, applications, and interviews, i've finally received two offers from INSEAD and Cambridge.
I'm ~30s, international student, with work experience in a logistics company hoping to pivot into consulting.
Goals are to get a job with some function of strategy that pays well.
Any insight on Insead vs Cambridge? Would be much appreciated!
After the long slog of the GMAT, applications, and interviews, i've finally received two offers from INSEAD and Cambridge.
I'm ~30s, international student, with work experience in a logistics company hoping to pivot into consulting.
Goals are to get a job with some function of strategy that pays well.
Any insight on Insead vs Cambridge? Would be much appreciated!
20 Mar 2025, 00:42
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Hi Gmatwhutwhut
Congratulations on the offer - hope you spend a moment to appreciate yourself and your efforts!
As an INSEAD alum with similar credentials (30+, intl, non-target work ex for consulting), I can say that it depends a bit on the geography you're targeting - if you're keen on staying in the UK then of course, Cambridge would be a good bet. Plus, it doesnt hurt to have the centuries-old reputation of the university behind you.
Yet, INSEAD IS the consulting school (although the last few batches may feel differently) and while the situation isn't very rosy right now, if you're keen on consulting, and would like an exposure to a greater diversity (in terms of your cohort and an opportunity to study in different geographies), INSEAD checks the boxes there. The key question you should ask yourself is what are you looking out of the MBA? If its an established brand name and a focused approach on UK then Cambridge would probably be a better bet. If its a more international exposure you're targeting, I'd say INSEAD. But trust me, there is NO wrong decision here - you will have a terrific time at either place.
All the best!
Congratulations on the offer - hope you spend a moment to appreciate yourself and your efforts!
As an INSEAD alum with similar credentials (30+, intl, non-target work ex for consulting), I can say that it depends a bit on the geography you're targeting - if you're keen on staying in the UK then of course, Cambridge would be a good bet. Plus, it doesnt hurt to have the centuries-old reputation of the university behind you.
Yet, INSEAD IS the consulting school (although the last few batches may feel differently) and while the situation isn't very rosy right now, if you're keen on consulting, and would like an exposure to a greater diversity (in terms of your cohort and an opportunity to study in different geographies), INSEAD checks the boxes there. The key question you should ask yourself is what are you looking out of the MBA? If its an established brand name and a focused approach on UK then Cambridge would probably be a better bet. If its a more international exposure you're targeting, I'd say INSEAD. But trust me, there is NO wrong decision here - you will have a terrific time at either place.
All the best!
Gmatwhutwhut
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23 Mar 2025, 23:17
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Hi
Adi1726!
Thank you so much for your kind input.
I'm waiting for further results on the 27th of March such as LBS and Chicago Booth. I was thinking that maybe a 2 year program would be more beneficial for someone with no consulting work experience. What made you choose a one year program?
I've worked in the US and in some countries across asia so i would say i'm pretty international. Honestly just looking for the school that would help me learn the most and hopefully get a good role after graduation!
Adi1726!
Thank you so much for your kind input.
I'm waiting for further results on the 27th of March such as LBS and Chicago Booth. I was thinking that maybe a 2 year program would be more beneficial for someone with no consulting work experience. What made you choose a one year program?
I've worked in the US and in some countries across asia so i would say i'm pretty international. Honestly just looking for the school that would help me learn the most and hopefully get a good role after graduation!
