I’m super interest in pursuing MBA, but the firm I currently work at does not sponsor. What scholarships are available that you all recommend? I graduated undergrad top of my class (valedictorian) with a MIS degree — target schools are Darden, Fuqua, Kenan-Flagler, etc.

Hi Fishes, please suggest some certification courses to be completed for a career change.

Yoe 2 years
Customer operations

Hi fishes, I have 2.1 yrs of experience as business analyst and business development analyst all together. Plus I have done Btech from India and MBA from UNited kingdom. How much salary should I expect?

Is an MBA really worth it?

What does an online MBA look like in terms of class time, work load, realistic time to complete etc?

How difficult is the CIPP/US certification exam?

Hi fishes,

CCTC- 10L+1L bonus
YOE- 2.5 (Post MBA, No pre-mba experience)
Education: BE(CSE) + MBA(Business Analytics)
What should be my Expected CTC

For those applying this fall, how are you staying motivated at work? I’ve been putting in less effort at work as I ramp up GMAT studying and networking and I’m feeling a bit guilty. It’s been especially hard since getting promoted to the post mba role. Does anyone have any advice?

I’m a Junior accountant, recent MBA grad in Finance, located in NYC, just got laid off due to a merger. Anybody hiring or know any opening positions?

Capgemini 🐠🐟
I want to do certification on Azure.
Will Capgemini provide me certification cost??
Is there any certification drive concept here.

Does anyone else ever miss being a student?

I really miss learning, going to classes, taking notes, studying. I finished college and grad school years ago but I’m getting the itch again. I want to get my MBA but I’m still saving so right now I’m trying to figure out what I can do to scratch the itch until then.

I'm an incoming cyber risk analyst at D. As my start date got pushed, I enrolled in a part-time masters in cybersecurity at NYU. Does having an MS vs. certs have more value? (excluding CISSP/OSCP) or is it vice versa? Also, does having a MS help expedite promotion route?

Does BCG sponsor MBA programs when joining as an Associate? If so, what are the requirements (specific MBA programs/performance/etc.)? Particularly interested in Milan and Paris offices.

For those who have obtained the CFF certification:
I was asked to put together a working plan to obtain my CFF credential. I’m aware of the 2 certificate program (Core and Specialized) through the AICPA that will lead to the CFF. Does anyone have experience in how long it would take to complete the certificates and if there are other necessary or helpful study materials that would be useful? For background, I’m 6 months into working at this firm and have touched a variety of cases.

Hello Sharks,

I am confused so need your suggestion. Will I get an opportunity in pwc after completing my distance MBA from IGNOU. Is it that they often look for full-time MBA only. Currently working in Genpact with 2 yrs.

Advertising art director ( with digital experience ) looking to move to ui/ux.

Should I do an online course or certification?
Is it just being self taught good enough for employers?

Thanks

Anyone in the Tampa Bay Area and work in Health Admin? about to graduate with my Bachelors next month and am wondering what my next steps could be, or where I could start working?

In the process for a S&O GTM role at Google in nyc. Have 7 yoe and MBA. What should I expect in terms of comp? Have looked thru old threads but can’t find clear/consistent info. Thanks in advance

Just saw an old coworker post bragging about how she graduated from the most prestigious University in the world. It was obviously the Harvard Extension School…cringe

Got an offer from EY GDS for Associate Manager role. 30LPA + 10% Var. Current CTC is 24 LPA(all fixed). 8yoe and Tier1 MBA.
Am I being lowballed here given the location is bangalore? What should be my target salary?

Hi ! What would be the best first step to PM world?

I have been working in government(Embassy) for total 4.5 years after university. After being executive assistant for 3 yrs recently, I would like to get ready to move outside of government sector.

Started google cert course, and thinking of PMP.

Any recommendation on certification or courses / or for positions that i should search to jump in to this field would be much appreciated ☺️☺️

No response to a thank you letter. Is it a bad sign?

Can anyone provide salary range for Middle Market Associate Banker roles? California market.

Wk 11 w #1. On a good day, I forget about being pregnant and my life continues as usual. On a bad day, I’m tired, fat / bloated, breaking out, nauseous, and burst into tears. In other words, ...

Best way to becoming an executive at a portfolio company for a PE fund? What is the most successful path from consulting? I.e go to fund ops as an associate then work your way up or stay at MBB till partner then try to hop over, etc.

Looking for a sublet for the month of February. DM me if any leads!

Currently doing tech support at Nextiva but would love an opportunity to maybe expand that into QA or something of that nature. My dream companies are Riot Games and Blizzard - how does one expand their resume or begin working on creds for a change of role (also new to fishbowl)

I was reffered to a Job role in June, it's almost August and there is no mail or call from IqVia team. Is this normal?
Status on portal still says the application is active.

Hi! I’m looking for some insight into salaries for Technical Business Analysts. Is 85k - 95k low for this type of position?

Follow up post to my last post…My husband was laid off from the company where I also work. I am feeling really isolated / depressed about working and moving forward. I’m also getting to a stage where I’m really sad that people haven’t reached out to either my husband or myself to send well wishes or provide support. It’s like they don’t know what to say or I make them feel awkward so they don’t bother…I’m trying to focus on a few that have been supportive but it’s hard…Any words of advice? 😞

Anybody have building recommendations for downtown areas? (EV, SoHo, etc) going to the city in July for a week to look for an August move in and nervous about finding a place.

Y’all be watching Abbott Elementary on ABC? It was created by Quinta Brunson (think buzzfeed) and it’s hilarious and fun to watch

Has anyone work first at a non-Big 4 accounting firm and the get a job at a Big 4 firm? If you transferred from a non-Big 4 to a Big 4, what was your transfer experience like? What challenges or surprises did you encounter? What did you find to be better at the Big 4 vs. what was better at the non-Big 4?

Hey Fishes,

I have been selected as Associate 2 for Management consulting DDV team at PwC AC bangalore office. They are currently offering 14LPA fixed with 12.5% variable.

They have asked me to submit my documents and then they will start the negotiations. Can anyone let me know if this CTC is okay? I feel it is low as per the Management Consulting team. Please advice

YOE 1.1
Currently CTC 6.78

Today, applying ‘Principles before personalities’

I am going through 4 interviews so far for a job. There will be more because I haven’t had one with a CD/ECD yet. I have been sending thank you note to interviewer as well as recruiter for ...

I currently working with EY as a senior 3 and looking for a change. I have 13 years of experience in Presales and bid management. Aspire to join the other big 3's. Pl refer me if you have any visibility in your organization. I will share the resume with you

Help - accepted into top school (yay!) but stressing about future debt. Any suggestions for where to apply for scholarships / grants? (Context: white male)

Anyone want to do a resume review? We send each other our resume for critiques. Willing to keep it anonymous.

I don’t think I’m going to get into HBS (bad interview) but having trouble not getting my hopes up…stomach is in knots

Nothing to do about it now though

Gifts for people providing your letters of recommendation?

Are there any mba sponsorship/support programs for asian men or Asians in general like there are for other groups (forte for women, consortium for URM, etc)?

For those of you who got accepted R1, are you responding to all of the emails from student ambassadors and alumni? I know this is a good problem to have but I’m not sure whether to respond to all of them. I’ve received almost 10 from one school and 5+ from others.

Any GSB admits or current students in this bowl? Had a question (will PM)!

How many of you have used/plan to use an admissions consultant? Would you say it’s worth the $$$, even if you have good stats/experience?

To all successful HBS applicants, what do you recommend to write regarding the key challenge and key accomplishment within the employment section?

Do you have to pay for your background check once accepted? Re Vera is asking for $105

Anyone here went to Cornell johnson? Is it worth it for asset management/equity research jobs?

Is getting into a T15 an accomplishment to be proud of? I was dinged from 3M7 and accepted at 2 T15. I feel like I failed since I didn’t get an M7 😔

Does temp work not count as work experience when applying to B school?

Do you guys send in your GRE/GMAT Score reports after you submit Apps?

Trying to decide between Owen (vandy), Ross, or lower top 100 program. Looking like it would be mainly on debt (main source of indecision)
MBA to flip into valuation/m&a
Startup/PE past
Advice welcome :)

What did you do with GMAT books when you were done? Anywhere I can drop them in nyc for donation or so?

Are “unofficial scores” just self-reported scores? Or do they expect an actual score report, but sent from you and not GMAC?