Did anyone regret getting an MBA?

I’ve been contemplating doing it since undergrad but never felt like it makes sense for me. I’m 27, getting promoted at work and have no plans of changing industries right now.

I’m just feeling a little FOMO seeing friends in MBA traveling the world, partying and making new friends. If I were to get an MBA it would only be for the experience and potentially the network (though I’m in Asia so I’m not sure how useful the network in the US would be).

To L.E.K. 🐠 out here, what type of work do you do in the AU market and what industries do you work with?

I'm a consultant with about 2 YOE, considering a move away from the big D, and would appreciate any advice. Thanks in advance!

To all who have exited from life sciences consulting, what firm did you work at, what did you exit into, and how is it going?

Deloitte Strategy Senior Consultant or Strategy& Senior Associate? Which one has better brand perception / is valued more in the market for future exit opportunities?

Help! I’m keen to make the pivot to FAANG + Microsoft in a Product Manager capacity. Any key resources folks suggest? (Particularly as it relates to online courses and Discord’s/groups where folks practice mock interviews?)

Anyone know of any banking analyst lateral opportunities in Chicago? Looking to jump to BB/EB. Any insight to the shops around here is much appreciated!

Does have your ARM designation help more than 20+ years experience?

How do I transition to product roles from support.
Total exp 4.5yrs
B.Tech + MBA(Exec 15 months)

Who has a LLM from USYD? Would like to know your experience. I am starting first semester 2023 as a full time student and working. I have heard from friends doing a LLM full time whilst working (not at USYD though) that it is achievable but very time consuming.

Hi fishes,

Can anyone here give me an insight about the benefits of getting an executive mba degree after law and how it can help me accelerate my career growth and which profiles would be best for me. I am legal professional with 7 years of experience. I am pursuing an emba from FMS.

Your feedback will be highly appreciated.

I’ve been seeing a lot of product roles lately and I’m just wondering if this was a good path to pursue (In terms of career growth, salary, etc.) I’ve working as a data analyst and am thinking of trying something else but I’m not sure what types of roles are really out there.

I've been waiting tables for the past 20 years. It's a decent job that has gotten me through some difficult times, but I am getting old and tired. What career path would be most advisable for me at age 40?

Best GMAT study materials?

Been over 20 years since I've been PIC... Anyone know of a decent rusty pilot program in FL?

Why too many people leaving FIS ?

I’m interested in reaching for a position as manager for a local retailer, but I hate having to play the bad guy. How can I become more comfortable with fulfilling that role?

I have been having a few emails exchanges with a recruiter and he said that based on my experience, I could start as a Level 6. What is this? Is this truly a SM role? Is this a consulting role?

I need some advice. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Healthcare Administration with 20 plus years working in different Healthcare roles. I am working as a PBM Claim Specialist. What other positions can I apply for that is fully remote and better pay? Side note I am thinking of applying to nursing school sometime later down the line. Any advice will be greatly appreciated .

What amount can i ask for 4+ years of experience in devops profile in EPAM Anywhere?

Need the 101 on how to work with SAs at luxury boutiques as a first-time buyer. Do you “shop around” until you find one you like? If something isn’t in stock, do they text you proactively? Would love to hear how you all developed relationships.

Standing desk people: do you get a mat or anything for your feet?

I literally cannot stomach to be around my in laws any longer. My wife and I are in neither political camp and we pretty much have the perspective that no matter what the outcome is every 2 and 4 years isn’t going really affect our lives all that great. We just have the attitude that “things happen, but why let that affect our daily happiness?” My in laws are retired, bored, and do nothing but share Fox News videos on Bookface and have just become so angry. (Cont’d)

Good luck to anyone waiting on LBS today!

Hey guys,

Anybody willing to refer me for LEK?

Last year, I had passed the CV screening and got the invitation to take the test. However, I did not get the invitation for the interview.

Would like to apply again this time with a referral.

Moving to London from US. Any recommendations on international moving/shipping service providers?

Quite a few have mentioned using whiteboards as a way of staying focused on important projects. If this method works for you, how do you lay out the info on the whiteboard? Would love to hear your methodology (or see a picture if you don’t mind sharing)!

Strategists, do you have a portfolio? What info do you include? Would campaign results and insights be off limits because it’s considered confidential info? 🤔

For everyone in recovery, please reach out and stay in touch with your people. Isolation is a killer.

When is Havas going back to office?

Looking for an entry level product analyst/marketing role in ny. I’m doing marketing right now but barely getting any strategizing work.

Can someone confirm if Marriott does not give complimentary breakfast with a points booking? Booked with 25k points and was told no complimentary breakfast..

Hi Fishes, I have 8 years of experience in testing. I am looking for jobs abroad. Any inputs on where I need to start like that .....

Working on some law firm applications tonight and it sucks that I know that I am so capable and have a strong work ethic but firms can’t see beyond grades or the fact that I didn’t go to a t14 law school or prestigious undergrad. I’ve worked twice as hard and feel like I’ve barely even gotten half as much. It’s discouraging sometimes especially because I worked so hard with pretty much no guidance (first gen, poc, low-income) to get into college and do well and then get into a t30 law school

I have 2yr at Big 4 audit right now and considering MBA with a GMAT of 710. Any chance for T15?

Hey everyone! I’m struggling to decide whether I should pursue a full time MBA or a Part Time MBA. Truly, what scares me about a full time one is the fact that I won’t work for two years. I know it’s a big investment and I’ll be rewarded for ir later on, but the thought of it still scares me. I would love to get someone’s thoughts on this! Is the experience very different? Will I be exhausted if I do the part time? Is there something I’m not considering when it comes to the Full Time?

Hi everyone,
I was doing a brief overview of GMAT math, and I feel like I need to start studying math from ground 0. Can anyone provide and advice from personal experience, or from that of a friend? My goal is to get into a t-20 MBA program. Thank you in advance! Happy holidays

Anyone has a good rec for improving SC in a really short time. Test in 2 weeks and still not getting half my SC questions right. CR and RC are at about 80% accuracy.

Do MBA student clubs use Teams or Slack? Do they use just the free tier?

How do I convert my UK university score to GPA?
Scored 83% (First Class Honours)

If I go to a non-HSW M7, what are my chances of getting a post-MBA offer from MBB? Just looking for offers/applicants numbers (ballpark is okay).

Any recs for insightful and well written books on entrepreneurship? Friend is trying to launch his own startup so I’m thinking of sending him a relevant book as part of a thank you gift

Given how many mbas want to go into pm, does being a pm (with consulting experience) today give you a leg up as an applicant

Thoughts on Harvard vs INSEAD? Currently in US, looking to leave consulting and work abroad for a few years before coming back home

Mind sharing your GMAT study schedule, for those working full time (especially those with long hours)?

For MBA apps, which one looks better: 1 - 4 year tech consulting with earlier promotion. 2 - 2 year tech consulting with promotion, 2 years start up?

Anyone here tryna go into impact investing?

Rate my chances: 3.4 GPA, went to top 10 public university, 700 GMAT, URM, female, 1st Gen? Just want to break into UCLA (top 25) and above

What looks better for mba applications... management consulting or strategy consulting?

Happy Tuesday all - hoping to get people's experiences on the relative cultures of Sloan vs Kellogg. I need to choose and am trying to get a feel for what it would be like to attend either

Am I behind the curve if I plan to apply this fall and haven’t finished/started my essays/applications?

Do you ever think that this is a futile process?

Did anyone get a GSB interview this week?

Having tough time deciding between IB & Consulting. My thought process: I have a "better" background for IB (TAS/valuation) and with tech layoffs, this might push more potential would-be tech applications to pursue consulting (there by increased competition)? Additionally, you can do IB intern and full time consulting but not vice versa. I prefer consulting, but IB seems like the "safer" option? And if consulting does get hit hard, I would hopefully have a full time IB offer via internship.