How good is USC’s MBA program? (California, not SC). Would a transition to MBB be realistic?

What are east coast schools that are comparable in reputation/quality?

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USC is like NYU in that the school itself isn’t great (unless accompanied by the deafening proclamation that you are a Sternie, NOT a member of the hoi polloi) but the connections are Illuminati-level. But Marshall ain’t on par with Stern at all

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Marshall MBA? Transition to MBB is definitely possible (not as likely as top 10). Would compare it to Kenan-Flagler (UNC - Chapel Hill) or McDonough (Georgetown).

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Have a friend currently doing the program. His network is vastly improved but MBB is tough. He is targeting more along the lines of strategy&, Parthenon, and boutique shops. I’m sure mbb isn’t out of the question though

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Its a good program and small class. Transition to MBB definitely possible just have to lean a big heavier on the networking (with alumni) to land the interview. Have to bit a more strategic on the office location i.e. easier to probably go where most of your alumni is rather than picking a particular city and trying to network there.

Once you have the interview it is the same level playing field as everyone.

I speak from experience since I had to follow the same approach after going to a top 20 school.

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We have a handful of Marshall folks at BCG LA. Think the school skews entertainment industry interest but know of many who went there with different interests.

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Also there’s only one USC

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Interesting, didn’t know that distinction.
SC1 haha thanks homie!

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