Enrolled in an executive MBA program at a top uni, and I have to say I’m very happy I did that vs FT/PT.

I want to score 650 in my GMAT in a month, I am left with no motivation, I am having anxiety at night, can't sleep till 2:30. What should I do

Hi all, I’m currently a solution architect with 1yoe and two bachelors degrees. I also hold two cloud certifications and make 60k a year. This seems very low considering what I’ve seen for average SA salaries for those who hold the AWS SAA certification. Was hoping for some insight on this and if I should seek more compensation. Thanks!

EMBAs — what was your mindset/approach during your program? Did you prioritize school over work? Vice versa? Neither?

Want to prioritize school (mentally) and leverage workplace as a lab to experiment with diff ideas I learn in class (rather than focusing on going above and beyond for the next promo). Is this a recommended approach?

I am studying for the CIPP/US now. Any guidance on studying, test advice, thoughts on certification etc?

Which is the right move for a young creative: free ride to portfolio school, or take a full time junior position where you’ve been interning?

Currently in Atlanta, GA. Looking for management role in wealth management, corporate and institutional solutions, business strategy and consulting. I have an MBA from non-target school, about 5 years in management from financial services, business strategy and development and I’m looking for a great company with salary range around $150k or above. A referral would be highly appreciated!!

Can someone help me listing companies which have any sort of reimbursement policy or support (eg. Sabbatical) for employees who wish to opt for further studies? Full time or part time
TIA

Is it possible to move into Management consulting roles without an MBA?

If yes, which companies can I apply to?

Currently in MBA program - top 40 school. Hoping to apply the mba intern position at google. What are my chances? Wanting to break into data analytics or PM roles. Accounting background with beginner SQl, tableau, python experience ( pls be critical)

Hi. Wanted to know if anyone can refer me to PwC, EY, Deloitte, Siemens Advanta, Kearney please! Looking for post MBA entry opportunities (Associate, Consultant). Thanks!

Which tech companies are most well known for hiring MBA candidates?

What kind of scores do folks target for the AWA section of GMAT? My writing is way below average (like a 2/6 on a good day), so just wondering how much time I should spend on AWA compared to other sections

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

I am engineering manager(have MBA) and I want to get P&L experience. What have you done to get into P&L roles when you didn’t have P&L experience to begin with?

Asking for a friend:
What is the salary range for a Financial Advisory experienced associate at PwC based out of NYC? No MBA but a MS. Considering a move from product to consulting.

Any 🐠 from London Business School here working at MBB in the US? I am a current MBA student and would love to connect with alums to know more about their experience about cross geography recruiting.

Have any of you started a PLLC for a solo practice? If so, what was the process for getting your firm to become a PLLC in Illinois. Did you file for an llc first then file a cert with the Supreme Court. PLLC filings for IL do not list attorneys as a professional group.

Does anyone have the 2020 SHRM books for sale or to borrow? My job won’t contribute towards my certification. I’ve already paid for my test. I have the books from 2015 but I’d like to study from the 2020. I tried finding them online to purchase but sellers of affordable books aren’t responding.

I don’t want to stop living a double life. I’m a 29yo bi guy living in a liberal city and I’ve dated a guy(29m) for 5 years. I fly back to my conservative small town and pretend I’m straight for my parents (and extended family) because I don’t want to disappoint them or cause them any pain. I love them and I love my bf, and I want to keep both aspects of my life as they are today. My bf wants to meet my parents but I really don’t want to bring that drama into my life

There is a team at Deloitte audit whose SM bought them herbal anti stress pills to help them cope with the stress of the job. It’s a big tin of pills and they all take them together. What a toxic environment. Jesus.

Hey all!
Hope everyone’s doing super well!
I have an upcoming interview with Mckinsey for Solution Delivery Analyst SHaPE
Can anyone please help me?

Diamond medallion on Delta. They lost my bags on the outbound (3 with my wife who is Plat) and inbound flights (1) on a trip to Europe. How many points should I expect? Any advice to deal with this?

Wells - curious. Where are you and are you buyer/seller? I'm guessing buyer and all the stats I read are completely in our favor, yet I feel like books of business should be going for sale every day and I struggle to find any good sellers?

Anything for sale anywhere in the continental US let me know.

Any “Dirty Money” fans here? Would love to find some similar shows

Hi fishes,
Could you please help regarding compensation provided by DXC in US for 13 yoe?
It is also vary state wise?

I met two of my three aides for the first time today and they have been nothing but miserable the entire day. How could I promote a more positive environment without directly calling them out?

McK AMA. On PTO this week and next. What do you want to know?

Starting in 10 days with D. When will i get orientation details and welcome emails? Do my manager reach out before I join?

I came to US on an L1b in 2018 and switched to H1b in 2021 Oct. Current 797/visa expiry is stated as July 2023, by which I would have spent 1.5 years on H1b visa (and 3.5 years on L1b before that). During h1b extension , will I get another 4.5 years of extension? How does extension work when u switch visas?

Seriously.

What is the fair range of S1 Tax big4 salary?

Location : Chicago, IL

I got an offer 78K, and just got a new one from another firm. (80K)

I am trying to negotiate the salary to 82K as my target...

Am I asking too much?

I've decided to leave public for an Accounting Manager position in private. What are the different types of companies to consider and the pros/cons? What are the best ways to get the position? I'm leaning toward GL accounting at a publicly-traded company. My background is 3.5 years audit and 2.5 years technical accounting advisory.

Anyone working at Revolut? What is the culture like in AU?

My friend’s ex is trying to win her back and she hates being single and like I ~should~ discourage this, but on a selfish level I want to be able to go out on his boat again this summer. He’s not a particularly horrible guy, but they’re a bad match when it comes to values/goals, which is why it didn’t work out the last time.

Does anyone want a ticket to the Mets/Phillies game

Why do H/S dual admits tend to choose S??

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

HBS Applicants - How did you differentiate roles and responsibilities from key accomplishments?

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

Anyone here have experience / know anyone who did the Luxury & Fashion Retail MBA @ NYU Stern?

What kind of scores do folks target for the AWA section of GMAT? My writing is way below average (like a 2/6 on a good day), so just wondering how much time I should spend on AWA compared to other sections

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

$$$$ to Booth or $$ to Wharton

Did anyone else get a fee waiver randomly from Sloan? Started a R2 app with Sloan a month or so ago and just randomly got an email yesterday saying my app fee had been waived.

Do you think campuses will open up this summer for on campus tours?

I work in deals and am frankly frustrated that those with 9-5s can get better GMAT scores with their schedules while I have to work around an unpredictable schedule at 80 hrs/week.

MIT Sloan ($$$) vs. GSB (no $)? Post MBA goal is MBB or FAANG PM.

Does everyone use an MBA app consultant when applying? Wondering how common this is.

How to answer the question “why do you want to change your career path” in graduate application/interview?

Do any programs besides HBS heavily utilize the case method?

Does it look bad to apply R2 but quit after due date (before decisions)?

2 friends from college just stayed up with me for 4 hours to make last minute edits to my horrid Wharton essays. Admit or ding I’m grateful to have friends like this in my life.

Hey! Anyone here work with Admit Advantage? I’ve searched the bowl and can’t find any previous posts. Met Erik last week and he gave me the best advice (of all the admissions consultants I’ve spoken too).

How do folks who are already at MBB (coming directly from undergrad) financially justify getting an MBA, given you’re already so highly compensated? Isn’t the opportunity cost astronomical both in real dollars, missed salary, and progression?

Holiday gifts for your study group? Yay or nay? In an Exec program if that helps.