Do we know what % of applicants get offers with scholarship?

Many in my MBA program are hyper grade focused. Do grades matter that much post MBA for future job opps at all? My approach has been to balance academics with relationship building and practicing exec presence and for me, pivoting to a new industry

Has anyone heard of The Next Step program at Dartmouth’s Tuck school of business? I’ve been Encouraged to apply

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.

BCG has a couple of openings of data scientists.
Requirements : 1. Masters or PhD degree preferably from a top school
2. Atleast 1 year of experience as a data scientist
3. Know how to use Python

Kindly DM only if you strictly meet the requirements

When should I tell my manager / “recommendor” I am planning to apply to bschool? Applying R1 this fall

I regret not applying to Harvard. I never thought I’d get into a top school and then got into wharton with a 100k fellowship - which changed my entire perspective. It sucks thinking “what if…”. I just didn’t have the confidence and thought wharton was a reach so why bother with H/S 🙃 hope this inspires someone to just shoot their shot - you never know

I’m seriously contemplating taking a software development boot camp. For those who hire new software developers, does it make you stand out if you get your certificate from a university instead of a coding academy (like coding dojo or something)? I noticed the universities are a bit more expensive but is it worth the price to have a university on your resume or does it not really matter?

Do GRE essay scores matter as much?

Which data science course would you suggest?
1. Scaler Data Science
2. IIITB course and John Moore University
3. BITS Pilani DS course
4. Leave these course of PGD and go for MS altogether.

Currently having an experience of 2 years and 4 months with experience in Data Science, currently working as a Business Analyst at Axis.

Thinking of studying side by side and upscaling if possible.

Almost 32 years old and feeling stuck. Been in advertising at creative agencies my entire career and wanting to make the pivot to client side marketing but am feeling very under skilled in certain aspects - project management, account management, digital marketing/CRM, data science. Seriously considering going for an MBA to fill those gaps and open doors. Anyone do something similar? Good idea or unnecessary? Am I too old?

I’m a recruiter who would like to eventually pivot to HR but I don’t have an HR degree. I’m considering pursing a Masters degree however am torn between HR or Org Psych/Org Development. Would love to hear folks’ perspective of either degree!

Chances for H/S?
3.4 non stem gpa from top tier college, but had solid ECs in college that took up a lot of time. 3YOE at McKinsey, made manager, followed by 2 yrs at mega fund PE. No serious ECs other than the occasional volunteering. Solid rec letters, 760 GMAT. ORM male

MIS Junior here. Should I graduate next May and start working or get my Masters in MIS and have 1 more internship? I have had two internships already (Business Analyst & QA/Automation Scripting) and I am interning in Cyber this summer at a Top 10 firm. Should I get my masters and try to intern with b4/MBB in cyber consulting or just graduate next May?

Does experience in financial due diligence with Big4 ensure good future opportunities ? Also how good is it for an MBA finance considering the majority of crowd I have found being CA on LinkedIn..

TIA

I'm about to start my part-time MBA. Already feel like dropping out...

Is it harder to get into business school than business school itself?

To those of you who are planning to apply to MBA: Make sure you choose your recommender CAREFULLY. Really evaluate the person you’re requesting the letter from, their personality, and their relationship with you. You don’t want to be back stabbed like me 🙃

Does previous Consulting experience increase your odds when applying for MBB during MBA recruiting?

I'm considering to pursue executive MBA, open for Indian or international B Schools
I'm more inclined towards global mba from Deakin through upgrad. Can you guys suggest me more better options? I have 7 years+ experience.

Hi Folks,
I am looking for referral opportunity at SAP LABS India for Developer Associate role.
Please let me know if any is available. @

How many years into your career did you start to feel jaded about the industry? I only have 4 years under my belt and still believe it’s fun and challenging, but I see so much negativity on here.

Is 7 weeks too early to start thinking I may have made a huge mistake in switching to my current gig? I left the last place because it was overr toxic and terrible W/L balance, for one that seemed to be more “fun” and more realistic hours, only to find that I’ve now been working 12 -14 hours a day and just drowning and feeling like I cannot catch up or catch my breath. Everyone is in the same boat here which is why I’m so overwhelmed so quickly with no support. Is this an immediate red flag?

Anyone participating in DADI coin crowd sale? Why yes / no?

Any Group Life & Disability Underwriters out there? Wondering what the salary range is for those with 5-10 years experience in the US. In your response could you please include what segment size you work with?

Can I make rental agreement as paying rent to my dad for tax savings .. I would like to mention 46k per month as rent .. Please help .

What salary should i expect for PwC SDC- Associate in Cloud Engineering with almost 2years of experience in IBM as System Administrator role?
Current CTC- 4.34 LPA.

Which companies does Salesforce’s consider as it’s true competitors?

Can someone discuss the pros and cons of having a gym close to work vs having a gym near home but still would have to commute there, go back home then go to work. To me it seems more convenient to just on the way to work go to the gym, shower, then go into the office.

Ps: yes, I'm in the office.

Any tennis players out in East Valley 4.5 and above?

What are the basic things to keep in mind or to keep it ready before moving to Australia?

Need help guys: LLM in International Taxation: NYU ($65,000) or UF ($22,000)? Is it worth the extra 43K for a NYU degree? If you’re recruiting someone, does it matter to you whether they went to UF or NYU?

What neighborhood in NYC do you live in? Are you still there, or have you moved out during the pandemic? Has your neighborhood gone downhill with increased crime and homeless all over the streets? I’m looking to hear from everyone what’s going on in different parts of NYC

Anyone use SmartAsset for leads? Any success?

Fellow agency producers-who are your favorite mixers & sound designers?

I work for a non profit hospital - I’ve been offered a reclassification position from Finance Analyst I to Senior Analyst- what should I expect in regards to salary increase / is there any negotiating if the % is low?

Freelance creatives, how do you get medical/dental coverage and insurance (assuming you're not relying on a partner with coverage)? Or do you pay out of pocket for each expense?

How do you fix microsoft excel cannot paste data error?

What laptop do people recommend getting?

In which building does everyone plan on living? I want to live where most of you will be!!

Graduating college senior going into consulting looking for someone to connect & share experience at Wharton!

I heard there’s a discord channel for class 2023 can someone share an invite with me? I couldn’t find it anywhere :/

When are folks generally looking to roll into Philly?

Anyone else’s portal showing transcript “unofficial” even though you already submitted the official transcript?

Eyeing some of the academic fellowships at the end of the 1st year. Can alum shed some light on difficulty to get a high GPA? Does Flex core vs. Fixed core matter?

Do we know when is tuition due?

Crossing my finger so hard 🤞 for preterm to be in person 😂

I have a 700 GMAT score, is Wharton out of reach with this score? Should I retake it?

Anyone knows about some Wharton Yacht week? I couldn’t find it on google search but my friend was pretty sure it’s a thing

Currently 1.5 YOE and planning to apply in 2-3 years. Wharton is by far my number 1 choice (over H/S). I WANT TO BE YOU PEOPLE.

I’m from New York and don’t have a car right now. Should I consider buy/rent a car at Philly? How do people usually get around?

Hey does anyone have recommendations on furnished apartments near rittenhouse square?

Is there any other way to find a roommate situation besides the spreadsheet? Like a Facebook group or something? I haven’t figured out roomies yet...

Random thought: I used to be so easily impressed by people in PE/IB, until I started browsing Wharton profiles of fellow incoming MBAs.. and now I m just like, ah not another finance bro!

Been doing some LinkedIn/cold email reachout to alum through the Mypenn directory. Some responded quite promptly, others I have not heard from. What has been your “success rate” of cold reach out to alum? And if no response, how have you been following up?

Have you already received your Wharton swag box?

Does anybody else think that the Wharton Slack & Discord groups are kinda quiet/inactive compared to admit groups from other schools?

How MBB experience help with Warthon application. I work in analytics and want to get an MBA to get into more strategic positions ins Tech companies.

What are some strength points I should focus on? And common weaknesses. Any tips are appreciated!

Thanks in advance.