What laptop is everybody using? Are MacBooks as annoying as some people make them out to be during an MBA?

Does Oracle provide free fusion certification course to their employees?

To those of you who are planning to apply to MBA: Make sure you choose your recommender CAREFULLY. Really evaluate the person you’re requesting the letter from, their personality, and their relationship with you. You don’t want to be back stabbed like me 🙃

Got denied MBA Sponsorship due to low utilization and questions on performance. Have admission letter from top EU MBA. Should I pay and go or stay another year and hope I can pull it through.

Hi All,
I've one year experience as a Scrum Master. I'm kind of confused now what should I do to progress in my career. Should I do A-CSM or PMP or SAFe?
Please help me with it.

Hi, I am working as an associate in the sustainability team in one of the top consulting firms. I have an MBA from one of the old IIMs. I want to shift from sustainability to supply chain and logistics. Can anyone help me if finding a good opportunity in the field of supply chain.

How is recruitment at your mba? Getting no interview/job here and feeling down

How long does it take for AWS to get back to you with your test results after taking a certification?

Hello 🐠, I am currently researching graduate programs in the US. I will be completing my MBA next year from a non-target school. Has anyone completed any rotation programs for MBA graduates? Which companies have good MBA graduate programs?
TIA

International Admits - if you are borrowing the tuition cost for an MBA from your family (not parents), what are you telling the school for I-20? Are you calling it a loan or family sponsorship?

I know for the CISM there are 150 questions. Are any of these “practice” test questions? ISACA typicallly adds some additional questions. How many questions do you need to get correct to pass?

Hi all, has anyone in supply chain taken one of the certification exams? (CPSM, CPSD, CSCP)
Does it help in any way besides refreshing contents about supply chain? I was thinking might be a good way to strengthen my resume (most of my career in investment analysis) but not really sure if it really brings that much value. Any insights appreciated. #supplychain #cpsm #cpsd #cscp #education #certifications

How long did you guys study for The new cissp exam , and how are the questions like on the exam

Has anyone here done an MBA? Currently looking at a range of more traditional design programs and design MBA programs. Would love to hear some perspective on this.

As far as you know, does BCG PIPE do work with VC firms? I am starting in BCG NYC after I graduate and I have VC experience pre-MBA

I have 12 yrs exp in IT/consulting , working as a manager with Big4 and want to swich to a product management role. How much value does the product management certification course from ISB have in the market? Does MAANG companies absorb such professionals ?

Outside the GMAT, what other things can one focus on to improve their chances at a good MBA college ? In a span of 6 months ?

Other than lack of PE/VC opportunities and slightly lower placement into most post-MBA jobs (consulting, finance, etc), what are the major cons of going to a M7 school as opposed to H/S?

Which company to choose btw accenture and vmware?

Question time! Two part. 1) What dating sites or apps are you on and 2) do you feel like it’s been particularly tough dating in your 30s/40s during COVID, assuming that we probably date (on average) more seriously than 20s peeps? I personally have only been on one date! A zoom one last week.

Which are the top consulting firms in UK to have great mentorship, learning and development as an entry level business/data analyst

Why do so many desi men have foot fetishes?

What is the salary/sign on bonus for senior enterprise risk for EY? What is the competitive salary currently?

Any advice for breaking into strategy/consulting from analytics?

Private school recommendation for children with autism? My goddaughter is 5 years old and was recently diagnosed with a mild form of autism. The family is worried about her going to public schools, especially with how understaffed they are.

What are some good product management certifications one can do?

What’s a good rate for personal training? I’d be provided with 2 plans a month & videos to accompany the plan for $120/month. I would have unlimited access to ask questions. Is this reasonable?

There are companies that sponsor international students and therefore have the option for choosing “will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work”

If someone choses yes for that scenario, why do they ended up not getting an interview and instead get rejected in the process?

I did the same thing because I am an international student and selected that option along with work authorization when I attempted to apply for management consulting firms and still being hit by rejections.

Do MBA students at Columbia opt for the university meal plans? Is it worth it?

Hi Fishes, I have offer from HSBC and Persistent. Any idea which one should I accept.
YoE -4 years
Tech- Java
HSBC offering 11.5LPA for Senior software Engineer
Persistent offering 12.4LPA for Lead software Engineer Thank you in advance!

Persistent Systems Limited HSBC India Tata Consultancy

Let's try to keep fishbowl to ourselves. We don't want it to be overrun with Bridge and Tunnel consultants...

Hi, looking for an independent non union director who has green screen experience and can direct improv talent, shooting early Dec in San Fran, thank you!

Has anyone made the switch from a large PR agency to a small agency?? What are some pros/cons of the move. Currently feeling stifled by the processes, draining env and old school clients.

Anyone have insight into working at Flatiron Health vs COTA Healthcare.

Starting to interview at VCs and HFs - any advice? Three years in PE under my belt.

Having a lot of trouble deciding between two opportunities, Sr. PM at Amazon or Gaming Producer at Warner Bros. I’ve always been very interested in joining the gaming industry, but unsure if it’s worth giving up the security and brand name of Amazon. Would also have to reneg at Amazon but I’m not too concerned about that

What are everyone’s offers from consulting firms from fall recruitment?

How has dating been this academic year at your school? Or is everyone too focused on recruiting and classes

Did you end up spending the full amount your program said you’d spend for books? (Working on my budget 😬)

Deloitte commercial offer: what should I expect to get?

Any Sloanies here caring to share about life@Sloan paying full ticket price and if it’s worth it? Just submitted my enrollment deposit today🎉 Now to find some financial aid....

Does anyone have any recs on how to find scholarships for executive programs?

How do you think through your career options? Why would want to join consulting ?

Anyone here a student at Ross able to answer a quick question about consulting?

How is everyone’s outlook on recruiting so far? Are people just starting? Are things looking fairly positive/like a normal new year or have your career offices said anything that would indicate otherwise?

Any one attending Kellogg successfully receive more aid after being admitted and during their time at the school? I want to keep pushing for what I think I deserve 😁, tactfully of-course

How does recruiting for Tech (FAANG) work?

Financing Q from incoming MBA student: Applied through Juno and just got approved for a loan from Earnest. Three quick questions: 1) confirming that I can only borrow for the upcoming year and would have to reapply next year? 2) I got 5.16% Fix APR - should I accept or look elsewhere? 3) does having a co-signer make a big difference?

I am admitted to the full-time MBA program at Cornell, Goizueta, and Gtech Scheller.

I am planning to build a successful company. Any thoughts on which B school will be suitable to raise funds and make valuable connections?

What do you consider a more lucrative post MBA career? Tech or consulting? My impression is that although consulting lures you in with high base and sign on bonus, tech pay can be commiserate or even more through RSAs. Thoughts?

Any recommendations for a reasonably priced laptop to start my mba with?

Any MBAs here that competed in a case competition or an entrepreneurship case competition and willing to chat?

Finally landed a summer internship. To the 1Y fish still grinding, don’t lose hope!

Starting my MBA program next month. Any advice on achieving my MBA while working full time and mothering 3 kids 😬

Anyone attending Darden?
I'm a prospective student with an interview coming up on Wednesday, looking forward to connecting.

TIA☺️