I’m in currently in my final year of undergrad and will be starting a full-time consulting position at EY next fall. Is it common to work for 1 year and then pursue an MBA, or would my chances of getting admitted to a top program be better if I worked for 2-3 years first?

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Why not apply for a deferred program so they can hold your spot for 2-4 years post graduation?

Most MBA candidates average 5yoe at matriculation and the ones on the younger side usually come from those deferred programs or have something else unique to differentiate them.

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I’ll look into that. Thank you!

3 years is a realistic minimum. 4-6 is way more common

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Thanks for the tip!

2-3 years is better

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Thank you👍🏼

No rush to get an MBA. Work even 4-5 years. It’ll be better for you during recruitment; you’ll typically see better outcomes

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Thank you!

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