Anyone here who made an industry pivot via b school? Curious how you told the story in your applications. My mba “coach” is a bit concerned because I want to pivot into an industry that I don’t have any experience in, and that industry primarily does JIT recruiting. (Primarily biotech/pharma hoping to pivot to luxury / retail)

Hi Guys,I hv a work ex of 7 years as n IT BA and want to switch to product.Are there enough opportunities available in NCR?
What can be the good companies to aim for?

Accounts vs Creatives. Which discipline is better (people, salary, ext) ?

What can I do outside the office to boost my resume and be a substantially more attractive candidate for top consulting firms in ~12 months time. Working in disputes and valuation role but want to go into management consulting next year (post MBA role). I feel like my job isn’t enough because skills aren’t considered as transferable outside this field.

Hi friends, I’m a starter in cyber security (<1 yr exp). I’m already working at EY so idk if any starter certifications would be helpful but do you think they’re helpful and if so, which ones?

Hi Fishes,
Could you please tell me how PSM1 ( professional scrum master -1) will add value to my role and career?

Currently 8+ overall IT experience and 4+ years into java development ... Recently ...Rejoined after career gap to 2 years

1. How it will enhance my technical profile?
2. Will it be useful for good range of salary ?
3. How will it contribute to career growth?

Advance thanks !!

Which offer should I accept? Currently staff 2 at big 4 in Tax with CPA license. I want to leave tax ASAP. Both are public companies +1B in revenue and same salary. Offer 1 - staff revenue accountant so reading contracts, speaking with the sales team and legal team, a lot of work at the end of the months to close books and reconcile transactions to make sure we are ASC 606 compliant. This track usually leads to director of revenue. Offer 2 - internal audit staff so SOX and compliance projects.

I’m willing to pursue Executive or Part-time MBA, and I would like to know which employers sponsors for executive/PT MBA and how much % of total MBA cost do they sponsor ?

how much does a data scientist at twitter make? is it a good exit?

Anyone know what salary looks like for the post-MBA programs at Alpine Investors? (Eg. CEO in training or Chief People Officer program)

What is WLB balance like at big banks for associates hired from MBA? How many hours per week?

What’s the most effective way for producers to network for new job opportunities?

I’m looking to advance my career. Currently work as a Program Coordinator (3yrs) with a BS in Health in wellness.

What certifications or degrees with be best suited for a person looking to go into clinical management or administration.

How hard is it to get into an investment bank for risk? Doing market risk related work (FRM)? And what kind of salary would you be looking at from entry to associate (senior) level ?

I want a dog so much that it is the very first reason that I want to leave consulting.

Looking for some material for a crash course in IT strategy consulting - books article etc. any recommendations would be appreciated

MIT undergrad that got an admission into Sloan for MBA. Does it make any sense to go back to the same school? I really enjoyed my time there but can see how it’d look stupid to have an undergrad degree and MBA from the same place

What books would you recommend for someone wanting to get better at sales?

I’m feeling stagnant in my career and looking for ways to grow. I was considering obtaining a PMP certification and wondering how impactful this is. Is this certification well recognized?

Currently have Series 24, 7, 63,65

Currently work in a very unique Wealth Management ops role.

Getting paid 85k base with 40k in bonus plus about 35k~ in OT.

Money isn’t everything but in my late 20s it feels like the only thing important right now.

WLB is next to zero as 60hr weeks are the minimum as of late. Management feels like they are trying to push a few of us out. Was told not to expect much come year end for comp. Any suggestions on finding a new role/pay expectations?

Folks from EY, what are the implications of investing in India, be it Mutual Funds or direct stock? I’m worries about the independence restrictions in India, holding off due to that

Hi Fish,

My LWD in TCS is on next week. Can anyone please help me what are the formalities I have to do and clearance I have to apply for.
If someone has gone through the process recently, a step by step guide would be really appreciated.

Hi, I have read lots about how HR is an exploitative capitalist tool. Any thoughts/opinions?

Any former employment attorneys transition into HR? If so did you feel the need to get any degrees or certificate in HR?

How much is a news paper advertisment? I was charged $693 for 1/4 page. Is that ok?

What is the salary range for AVP in JPMC Bangalore ? Role is senior infrastructure engineer- data center network.

I have attended technical interview for eygds.
I could answer majority of the questions.

But didn't received any response from them.
It's been more than a week.

Did anyone attended eygds interview for java developer recently.
@eygds

I’m a second year M&A associate and I have a second round with Gibson Dunn in their NY office. Any insight on the office, practice, environment and etc. Would be greatly appreciated.

I completed 4 years in JPMC , every year I got double digit hikes >12%, and bonuses >3 lakh and increasing . last year I got promoted to 602 with bonus >5 lakh, I am getting interesting offers outside should I stay or leave ? Also, I need 11+ likes to unlock my dm . Please like 🙏

Been on meetings w/ account & strategy all day & in between i’m trying to get work done. Then we hang up & they message me asking to connect AGAIN. LEAVE ME ALONE!! 😭 my introverted self can’t deal.

I need to know something about zs associate performance engineering 🥺🥺 if someone is free ping me or comment here urgent .
Thanks

It's March, and I have done a lot of seminars in Jan and Feb. I've gotten a few clients but would like to increase AUM drastically! Any books, sites or advice on what I can do for marketing?

Considering Leaving JP Morgan to join US bank is that a sounds move ? 9 years of software engineer experience - currently paid $135K plus bonus as Associate software engineer at JPMC- but I want a fully remote position that’s why considering making the move to US bank. Is it worth the move if they offer me the same salary? Or should I ask for more ?

Have a call on Friday with the CEO of an environmental entrepreneurship non-profit. It could lead to a professional opportunity and maybe even billable work I can refer to my firm down the line. I’m going in with an open mind but little concrete information on his entity and goals and ways I could get involved. What questions would you ask such a person?

Any Asian guys got significant scholarship to t20 schools using the gre, if so what score did you have, I got a 330, worth retaking for a better score if I’m aiming for scholarships?

Anyone want to do Wharton TBD mock?

Any idea where I can get a recommendor guide? Like a document that I can send to my manager to help with writing my rec letter.

I’m very interested in applying to business schools with a strong social impact / social innovation focus. So far thinking of applying to Stanford, Haas and Yale. Only want to apply to 4 schools max this cycle - anyone have strong thoughts on what school should be the 4th?

Anyone knows a safe TOEFL score for H/S? I know they have a minimum score, but what score you think you don't need to improve once you reach that? Thanks!! 🙂

Enrolled in Stern for a few weeks.
The number of the alumni and current students that go to top consulting firms FT& summer intern are countless even for a small class size.
Stern is way more than a finance school. Given its location, do you want to spend your 2 years in a rural area or heart of Manhattan? Location is almost everything for business school. (I have a friend in Cornell that frequently travels about 5 hours to NYC for events.)

Does cmaas/fdd fall under consulting for mba applications or just under accounting. Just wondering because I know many consultants (mbb etc.) apply for business school

How rough of a life is post MBA MBB? In terms of hours/work life balance

How is conscription experience before college perceived by adcoms and recruiters

Emory or Oxford MBA and why?

Does everyone break 700? I am so concerned I won’t hit the 700 mark 😭 someone give me tips.

How competitive is my profile? 3.5/750, ORM, will have 4 years B4 strategy consulting experience upon matriculation, ECs are okay, no special story. Looking for chances at non-HSW M7s.

What are your thoughts on Hult International Business School? I heard EYers can get their MBA through them for free virtually.

Hi, this is a bit early but thought y’all might have some good insight. I’m exiting my current startup & have two offers on the table 1. A successful small startup in NYC doing PE/niche executive recruiting and 2. a fairly reputable PE consulting group in Austin. I’m going through the recruitment process at McKinsey for a middle/back office role (capabilities for a really cool space) but by the time I hear back, one of my offers won’t be on the table. Any advice on what’s best for MBA apps?

Anyone have experience with what Knight Hennessy is looking for and what kinds of profiles have a good shot?

MBA folks, what prep material did you use to prep for consulting interviews? School resources or case in point?

At what age would you consider it would just not make sense to get an MBA? EMBA?

How to not seem like you are reaching out to the admissions director just for the sake of it?

What questions to ask via mail?

Ps. I'm extremely introverted. My soft skills are really bad. Doing all this to survive.

If you are taking sponsorship from your firm does that change your story around why X Business school? Do you let schools know you are going to take sponsorship? Does it increase your chances since they are paid upfront?

Graduated 3.4 UGPA in engineering and economics from a non-target school. 3 Years experience. If I am aiming for M7 how much of a stretch is that and what kind of GMAT score?