1st year analyst. Over Consulting (aka being a glorified secretary) already. So I want to go do my MBA. Anyone have any insight on getting into Emory MBA after my second year as an analyst?

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And consulting isn't about being a glorified secretary. I'm a second year analyst and I've had terrific roles where I've had lots of client interaction and responsibilities for problem solving myself. Seems like either your team doesn't trust you, or you haven't worked hard enough to find a challenging role.

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Pay no attention to these guys- some of them must have other issues. it's fine to leave consulting. You can always come back if you want too. Just don't get into too much MBA. Enjoy your path!

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Give it another couple of years. Sounds like you've had a bad project or you're too entitled. MBA isn't meaningful without meaningful experience.

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You're 22 - did you think you'd be sitting in the CEO's office telling him what to do? It's called paying your dues.

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Thank you A2! They are acting like its a crime to not like Consulting. I'm just telling you my experience. You guys know that it's okay not to like Consulting right? With the work I've done I don't think it's for me. So I'd appreciate not being attacked. Not everyone gets to get on super cool projects. I've been working super hard to build my network and have also leveraged my network for opportunities but have not really had a long-term role for multiple reasons including the lack of sold work in my service line (that's why I'm also trying hard to utilize my network to switch service lines)

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So network aggressively and get pulled into a project with growth roles and supportive mentors. Get the experience and support you need to get into a top tier school. Aim high. You'll be okay.

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@D2 no I didn't think I'd be sitting in the CEO desk. I came from nothing so I definitely not in the least bit entitled to anything! But I did turn down a financial analyst role to take my offer with Deloitte but I'm realizing that I prefer the work I did as a financial analyst intern more than what I'm doing as a consultant. And I don't think there is anything wrong with that.

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OP, I was in your shoes as an analyst. I tried looking for exit opps but I didn't see anything I liked or was a good fit so I ended up staying because I like being employed/ getting paid. I was able to network and get out of a toxic project and office but I'm still not satisfied with consulting. Ignore the haters and do what you want to do - just make sure you have a good plan in place with backup options. I'm planning on leaving soon enough.

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Not sure why everyone wants you to stay in consulting. Don't know anything about Emory's program, but I'd explore further. There are lots of opportunities in the world

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Please people understand that I have no problem with proving myself. I don't see an issue with preferring the work I did as a financial analyst to what I'm doing now in the consulting work. lol. don't know how else to explain it

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@OP For what it's worth, I don't think you sound entitled in your comments. I personally like my job, but I think partly because I don't know what else I could be doing. It's good that you're reflecting about what's best for you, rather than sucking it up and still be miserable in 5 years like people here are suggesting. Consulting isn't for everyone, so good luck! Sorry I couldn't say anything more constructive since I have don't plan on getting an MBA myself.

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Sure you can get in with under 4 years but why go for a top 20 (Emory is probably more like top 25/30) when you could a few years and do a top 10/M7. At the end of the day you know what you want more than anyone I'm just trying to provide some alternative perspectives

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I don't really see why you want that MBA. An Emory MBA isn't going to get you into the prestigious jobs. And if you're not looking to go into PE, IB, MBB or hedge funds, you can get into those industries anyway with experience at Deloitte.

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A1 - Emory gets you into Accenture 😂

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I don't think I've heard a more entitled statement that mentioned you're not entitled. As a first year analyst you basically know nothing. You're just a really smart helper.

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Is Emory that bad?! 😅

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Thank you D3. I will definitely keep what you say in mind. It's also good to know that someone understands where I'm coming from.

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I'm in your shoes too. Planning to apply to MBA programs this fall and matriculate in after 2 years of full time work experience. I've talked to plenty of people and top 20 is doable. It's just going to be hard. Emory wants at least 3 years though from what I've heard so I'd look at other options too

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Or if you don't like consulting go somewhere else. Plenty of good exit ops coming from Deloitte. You should have at least 4 years experience before an MBA

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if yoi dont like consulting, do something else for a bit (startup, industry, etc) to get experience that'll give your MBA direction. w your current experience you'd prob just end up doing consulting again after MBA at a top 25/30

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