What do people think of Harvard Extension School degrees? Looks like a cash cow to me with such a low bar for admissions.

How would you rank in order of prestige/ease of getting in: UCLA, Cornell, and NYU ??

Looking to transition to MBB if that matters.

Wharton scholarship negotiation - who should I reach out to?

Asking for a friend but also have concerns myself - What’s the consulting recruiting thoughts on a second, or third degree from campus recruiting? For example someone went to a big state U for undergrad but got a master (non-mba) or phd from a lvy?

What are ways a student graduating with an associate degree in IT / cyber security can find internship or job opportunities?? It seems like everywhere requires a bachelor’s degree... hoping for advice to pass along to my brother, please!

Just looked up a firm a recruiter told me about. I would be the only Latino on the roster and among the few that didn’t go to an Ivy League or top 20 law school. I don’t even know if I should bother applying...

What do you all think of bioinformatics as a field? Thinking of doing a masters to specialize in it. Have 4YOE at a T2. Do you think its worth it?

I have worked in marketing for about 6-7 years. First few years were in social media management. My goal is to work at a big tech company.

I’ve heard mixed results about the ROI of earning an MBA. My near future goal is to move into a Marketing Director (or senior manager) role.

1) How much does Google, Amazon, Microsoft, etc. value MBAs in the hiring process?

2) Anyone currently working at the companies above with only a BBA?

Current situation: Marketing Manager, 90k, NYC.

Looking for any tips! I am CA qualified with 3 YOE in external audit and 1 in internal audit now. Don’t see in a future in IA so thinking of doing MBA and making a move out. Anyone who did MBA post external/ internal audit. Is it worth it and what role did you take post MBA?? Any help appreciated!!

What are the common reasons that applications to vet school get denied?

What is the typical number of trips that students take over the course of the MBA program and estimated expenses for traveling? For context I am enrolling at CBS this fall and trying to budget for travel. Thanks!!

I’ve been thinking about law school for far too long and want to take the plunge. Where do I start? Any recommendations for studying for the LSAT?

I’m a recruiter who would like to eventually pivot to HR but I don’t have an HR degree. I’m considering pursing a Masters degree however am torn between HR or Org Psych/Org Development. Would love to hear folks’ perspective of either degree!

In need of advice: I am starting a full time role (Senior Consultant) in an industry that is my post-MBA goal. I want to start MBA Fall 2022. Does it look bad to AdCom if I apply R1 having been in my job for 1 month? (Will have 1 year when I attend). Thanks!

Did you buy all of the textbooks for nursing school or did you skip a bunch?

Hello, I’m a Physical Therapist (DPT) and am considering going back to school for my MBA. I’m hoping to pivot out of patient care and into a more corporate/leadership role. Is there anyone here with a similar background? Any insights as far as opportunities an MBA could afford for someone like myself? Thank you

I’m working on my PhD while working full time ... any tips?

Can you tell me the best universities for masters in CS(any country). I have an IELTS score 8 and 7 months of job experience as of now.

Thoughts on Magoosh for GMAT prep?

For those of you interested in furthering your education in CSR, here are some programs I’ve found (links below):

Has anyone gone back to school for their MBA? Did help further your career?

If you were to hang your own shingle as a consultant what BI tool would you use to deliver dashboarding to clients?

Assume that you aren’t plugging in to source systems as I primarily work in CDD.

For anyone who has a consistent exercise routine can you explain if it has helped you manage your ADHD symptoms and all the different ways it has helped?

Any advice for 3L job hunt? 😬

How to change project in Mindtree. I am more into infra DBA. But I am in role with 90% development.

Senior Program Manager / Director looking for EU based remote work. Planning to relocate back to the EU on a permanent basis in the next 4-6 months. Open to work & would appreciate any kind of referral!

Can the group members please share their experience about the CFE exam? How many days of preparation does it require? What are some of the useful study resources?

Salary range for associate??

Can someone pls refer me in Icertis

Anyone up for practicing case coming weekend?

Please wish me luck on my final interview today. The salary would be life changing for me. 😬

Anyone have financial services mock cases they can share ??

Has anyone ever successful negotiated there salary with the federal government. I have tried twice and both times was cited a HR policy saying my specific circumstance did not allow negotiation. Just wondering if it’s even possible

Does anyone deal with (suspected or diagnosed) comorbid anxiety and/or depression? How did you broach the conversation with your psych?

Does anyone know if the 10% penalty and if taxes are waived on a death of a beneficiary? A friend of mine’s 17 year old pass away. I was wondering due to the circumstance, is there any way he can get around paying extra money by doing a 1035 exchange, rollover, withdrawal. Anything out there? Suggestion are welcome.

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

Are sponsored applicants less likely to get scholarship $ since the school knows that $ is likely not a barrier to attending?

How necessary is an extracurricular for MBA apps? I work a ton of hours and don’t have a lot of time or interest in any activity that I could reasonably put on an app. I spend the little free time I have on activities I enjoy (spending time with SO and friends, working out, Netflix, etc). Would it be really bad if I had nothing in that section on my app beyond college extracurriculars? Or should I force some activity? I have enough time before I apply to make it look legit to adcoms.

After a year using my home office setup, especially the 27 inch monitor, how can I ever go back to the traveling life with tiny laptop screen? 😔

Top 10 books to read about consulting life ?

Want to book a parking spot in downtown Chicago, how can I get one with in and out privileges? Spot hero doesn't give me that info on In & Out privileges.

I am always looking forward to the weekend. Just want work days to pass without anyone saying I suck at work. I feel guilty. How do I change this? How do I look forward to spending time at work?

What metrics do you use to gauge your health? Don’t see a doc nearly enough and given the lifestyle curious to know what folks track

Any good books/reads to learn aspects of Account Management / Engagement Management in context of tech consulting?

Poll: What dress code do you follow at your home office?

Any Freemasons lurking around here!? Thinking about making a Bowl for my Traveling Brothers. Maybe to talk about how we view this unique Labor (consulting) in a Masonic context, post some inspirational messages, recommend good books, idk stuff like that...

Joined my firm at the beg of the year. Have a networking event (30-40) ppl in the office which it would be a good idea to go to, but I won't know anyone. Smallish office; how not be weird? 😔

Any book recommendations about human psychology / thought processes?

Anyone have info on MBB/Strategy& supply chain consulting? Group size, actively hiring, common backgrounds (MBA/certifications required/helpful?), project types, & interview prep tips? Looking to enter as an experienced hire. Currently a procurement financial analyst and just passed my CSCP certification. Ex-big4.

Thanks!

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.

I am plat exec on AA and wife wants to purchase ticket to Europe (traveling alone). Any benefits of booking it through my account (and assigning her FF#) or none?

Anyone know what floor HIA us usually hotels into at 300 Madison?

This year I finally reached a 6-figure salary, and I'm 25 years old. I've already spent 2 years at a FANG company. When talking to my mom about my career, she told me $100k isn't THAT much money(cont)

Does anyone have any insight into Accenture’s Liquid Studio group? The types of projects, culture, etc.

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

How hard is it to get into m&a how hard is the work? Always been good at math so I actually don’t mind the repetitive work. Finance degree but have been doing software implementation digital type cons

So i forgot to move my 401k over from my old job a few years ago. Never done it since because I didn’t want to incur penalties. Moving job again, can I do it now?

Today's grammar lesson:. it is "furthermore', not "further". Carry on.