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Joined: 12 Sep 2010
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Concentration: Strategy, Marketing
GPA: 3.6
Wisconsin with $$$ vs Duke for Brand Management
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03 Feb 2012, 09:40
Hi Everyone,
I was lucky enough to be accepted into two great schools.
On one hand, I received a project assistantship from the Wisconsin School of Business Full Time program which includes free tuition + 10K stipend + health insurance for the first year. The second year is not guaranteed but it could be renewable (Estimated cost of Tuition for 2nd year 26K).
On the other hand, I just found out that I also got into the Duke daytime program. I have not heard anything about a scholarship, but I am assuming I will not be getting one (Estimated cost of tuition 105K).
My goal post MBA is to go into Brand Management at a large CPG. I am flexible when it come to geographic location post MBA.
Here are my thoughts about both schools:
Wisconsin: Great Deal, Smaller Program (more attention), Specialized Brand Program, Lower number of companies recruiting, 100% placement in brand management, lesser networking opportunities
Duke: Higher caliber / more diverse students, better student experience (more clubs / opportunities), more electives, more companies recruiting, more international opportunities while in school, higher competition for jobs, better ranking (overall and specifically in marketing).
What are everyone's thoughts on both schools from a short-term / long-term perspective?
Thanks