Is MBA worth it if the goal is to stay local? From Chicago and considering Booth/Kellogg, and will be paying 100% out of pocket while continuing to work FT. Consulting for 4 yrs now Is there an ROI?

Anyone can opine on HKS MPA-ID? I have MBA admits and want to continue working in ID post-MBA but this school just came up on my radar. I dont have money but just thinking long term if I should invest in applying and going. Dual citizen. Thoughts?

Thoughts on offer?

Experience
6+ YOE in Financial Services Industry
Skills MBA, CFA, FRM
Currently in Big4

Offer
Base 130K
SignOn-5K
Location New York
Firm Non-Big4
Title Senior Associate

Targeting 2022 matriculation and will be recruiting for tech. Currently at IBM tech consulting and have an offer to lateral to non-D big 4 tech advisory. What’s the best move for both MBA application and MBA recruiting - stay or leave? TIA.

Becoming less and less interested in continuing with the CPA exam. Staff 2 studying for a year with 0 exams passed. What're my options without finishing? I don't think I will actually be able to pass.......

Is the SPHR or PHR license necessary to pivot into human capital? I have a MBA from a Top 15 school. Any thoughts?

Looking to specialize in privacy and was considering getting the CIPP/CIPM/CIPT. I already have my CISSP and CISA. Is it worth it?

I want to get middle school cert (for ELA) My degree is K-8. My current cert. & EdTPA is K-5. What's the quickest & easiest path to middle school certification?! (I'm in TN, specifically Sumner Co.)

Is starting your own side business seen as a good extracurricular for MBA applications?

Oldest person you’ve seen that was successful in an analyst/associate program (no MBA)?

Hey Hey all. Can anyone help with a referral?
There are a few real estate positions available that i think i would be perfect for. Background - Head of Special projects at a real estate developer (building data centres and tech hubs), former McKinsey EM, MBA from London Business School, IB real estate experience and CFA

I work as an Equity analyst on the buy side. I am thinking of exploring the PE world post my exposure to listed equities. How easy or difficult would it be to get into the investment team in a PE.
I have 3 yrs experience as equity analyst post my MBA

Does where you get your masters degree matter? I’m in an online environmental science masters program at an expensive “name-brand” school, but have colleagues telling me I should transfer to a less expensive program to save $ because no one cares about where your degree is from. Aside from the cost of it, I like my program, and the fact that I’m now connected to an incredible alumni network. And not gonna lie, I like the clout. Thoughts?

What level of sponsorship have you received from your employer for your EMBA/Executive Education?

Morning all- looking for a referral for remote position: project manager, implementation manager, PMP certified and will be obtaining Agile cert by end of year. 10+ years experience, also MBA grad.

Currently SC with Deloitte 2.5 years, cybersecurity heavy with background in healthcareIT.

Thanks in advance.

What is your take on the PROSCI certification (on the company's dime of course)?

Do you think culinary school is worth it? I've been a waiter for a year but really want to be a chef. The people I work with say to just start in the kitchen and work my way up but I think culinary school might get me where I want to be faster. The cost is pretty insane though. Any advice?

Anyone open to chatting about their career journey and why they'd like to get an MBA? I'm only 24 and am trying to figure out how this can fit in my life and would love to hear how others have done it and why! Just feel pretty overwhelmed at the moment

Hi everyone! In this field, when choosing a masters degree program is it more beneficial to get a degree in Human Resources to further my knowledge in HR (my undergraduate degree is in Economics) , an MBA, or Data Science Degree due to the fact that HR is becoming more data driven as well as get a PHR / SHRM-CP certification?

Any suggestions on how to answer these interview questions? Thanks!

1. Tell me how you would hold the line and push back against leadership.
2. How would you increase your CLV, among e-commerce advertisers?
3. What are the biggest challenges marketers face today?

Just gamed with some guys (freshmen and sophmore). I am almost 30 and they remind me of those old days. Miss those fun and young friendships. All my friends married and have kids now.

Do you think someone who owns 200 ETH is financially independent?

Seattle TSA N terminal... probably the ONLY case of Automation failure making it 10 times slower to get through... did anyone think to test this machine before just randomly put it in?

Can anyone provide insight into Meta Lead Counsel/IC5 total comp? I have an offer (DC) for 210 base/15% bonus/185 equity over four years, and I’m wondering what others have received, how much I can negotiate, etc. I understand base and bonus may not be negotiable, but I’ve heard that technical folks have negotiated equity packages 3-4x the amount I was offered - so is there a lot of room there? Thanks in advance!

Toured One Paseo in Del Mar this week and it’s just so damn perfect💔 But that price tag 😭💸 super new to SD. Any recommendations for similar vibes elsewhere that might be a bit more reasonably priced? Looking to stay away from downtown/super urban areas but not interested in extremely isolated areas either.

I am a Project Manager 11 years total experience

6 years project management

4 years Salesforce

What should be the salary range I should target for?

Present fixed Salary 15.6 LPA

Any thoughts on AlixPartners London culture? This would be for a Director role in their Enterprise / Performance Improvement team.

Hi All - Ballpark in GBP what would a reasonable relocation package to London be from outside EU e.g. USA or Australia? This would be for a single person for context.

Hi Fishes,

Does anyone have worked at Vivid Economics or know about the company? There's very limited information/reviews about it. I was wondering if anyone could give me some insights, eg. the culture, people, the benefits, etc. Much appreciated!

What do you think about Retention Bonuses? Is it a good or a bad thing? Love to hear your thoughts on this.

I find dating apps to be unhealthy to an extent. If a minor inconvenience occurs, it's simple to move on to the next one and the cycle repeats. Have any of you met "the one" through a dating app?

Has anyone had experience using KNOTCH as a measurement tool? Heard a podcast about them with some bold claims but wanted to get the real scoop.

Looking for senior designers that knows shopper marketing. Please DM with books!

If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain, if you're into yoga and you have half a brain, if you like making love at midnight in the dunes on the cape; Then I'm the love that you've looked for... write to me and escape

First-gen grad students, does your family put pressure on you to succeed? It feels like our relationship is them just bugging me about my work. I’d love some advice, I miss my fam.

Anyone in DFW want to do something this weekend? Just moved here and I have no friends here 😢

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Does FDD always feel like a sh*t show? On either buy side or sell side.

Need hearts for chat..please help.. thanks

Planning to do a PRM or FRM qual. How useful is it to move from Big 4 Risk and reg consulting to industry? Finding it hard to get anything other than non-PM roles

Facing serious burnout and want to conduct a job search to exit from my current role. Thinking of taking a leave of absence for 6-10 weeks. What are some good reasons I should use in my request? How easy/hard is it to get approved for one?

Folks who have worked in the Middle East, do you think KSA will become an economic superpower in the next few years? Career wise, is being staffed in KSA good for access to future opportunities, networking and growth?

I am about a year into consulting. Do all firms have a bench and do you have to find projects on your own?

What’s everyone’s 401k balance? I’ll start. 20 years saving and have 650k.

Making a huge mistake at work today and I haven't been with the firm for a year yet. I feel extremly horrible. How do I rebound from this? Crossing fingers I am not getting fire/layoff

Does anyone predict another layoff season in October?

Best places to stay in outer banks ?? Looking to spend my marriage anniversary there. Prefer good beaches but less crowd

I want to become a better people manager. I haven’t ever gotten any formal training in this and now my career will demand it. Any training, conferences, books you good folks recommend?

Anyone know of recent graduate programs for software developer? Anyone willing to provide a referral? Experience: 1 year IOS app dev and 1.5 year computer vision engineer

Clinton looks like she's wearing grillz on my Sheraton tv...

Any recs for CIPM study books?

Things to do on your last day of work?

Recommendations for comprehensive books on the finance industry? I want to learn more about investment banking and modern financial instruments. Got a lot of free time during this lockdown

Fellow EY 🐟. I left EY recently after two happy years there. How can I get the pension money back? I had around $1500 there and they are not able to help in EY-HELP3.
Can I at least do a rollover to an IRA?

How do I get complete coverage of insurance for my home?
I currently have the homeowner insurance and home warranty. Is there anything else I need for a peace of mind?

Any good book recommendations for new Managers in consulting ?

Since we’ve all been working from home for months now, what’s the best office chair out that y’all are using for our long work from home hours? Looking to invest in a better one than my ~$150 one from Amazon.