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Was going to take a year off and travel abroad while looking to transition careers. Instead traveled abroad and got an MBA. Two birds one stone and half the price. Transitioned industries successfully and am making great money. Not quite f you money but great money nonetheless.

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I decided to get one since I felt like it would help me grow my career and start to earn more money. I don't regret going to school to get my MBA at all, I think it was a really good investment for me and will definitely pay for itself over time.

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I needed to change careers and was much easier to do so through an MBA program.

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Well, I only got one because my previous employer offered to cover the cost of it so it was kind of hard to pass up on that offer. It's hard to say whether or not that helped me get my current job, but I can't imagine that it wasn't at least taken into consideration.

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I’m not American and want to go to America lmao

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peer pressure. everyone’s got one so can’t go without getting one right 🤪

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I am relocating to Charlotte NC November 30th and on the career hunt . I have experience in HR, hospitality, social work, customer service, and education. I’ll graduate with my Master of Social Work in May 2023. I’ve been applying to a few things but no luck. I’m open to trying new career fields and to hybrid, on-site , or remote work. Please point me in the direction of a great opportunity!

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Any chance of overcoming 3.34 undergrad gpa from state school? B4 cpa in TAS

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Advice on negotiating a scholarship offer with a R2 school after already enrolling to a R1 school with a full ride?

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I know this is probably asked a thousand times already: do you think in person GMAT classes are worth it..? Kaplan vs. Manhattan vs. other recommendations?

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Hi all,

I recently heard about Stoa School for the working people, who wants to do MBA. Would anyone provide any insight if stoa school is worth to consider for MBA for working professional?

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Best GMAT study plan?

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Taking my GMAT in 7 weeks. Just finished the large Kaplan book and have done 2 practice tests so far. What should I do next? Worth investing in a GMAT tutor? Getting 600 on practice tests but want a 690~.

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Chances of convincing HBS to take me off the waitlist using offers and full tuition scholarships from all the other M7 (GSB, Wharton, Kellogg, Booth, Sloan, CBS)?

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Any thoughts on Warwick Business School MBA?

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Hi all,
I am tech guy with almost 3yr exp, but I want to switch to a Management role. Going for an MBA is not possible for me. I was wondering about the possibility to switch to a management role within the next 2 years without an MBA. Company/Brand is not a bar for me.
Can somebody please suggest how to do this?

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What are some alternative more independent options that one can use a school counseling MA degree towards? I am thinking consulting… or research as I am think about perusing my PhD… but in the meantime, let me know your ideas? Thanx

I just graduated from a nontarget in Dec 2020 & am currently interning at PwC before I go back to do my Masters. My initial plan was to accept my full time offer and slowly work my way into IB.

I see postings right now for FT IB analyst programs. Should I even try applying online?

Ik recruiters don’t really read cover letters, but I learned about banking rlly late into college. i’m the daughter of blue collar workers who don’t speak English so I never really knew what jobs were “prestigious”

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Does anyone have experience taking the Marketing Management and Digital Strategy Graduate Certificate at Harvard Extension School or other certificate? Thoughts?

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Does being a first generation college student drastically help you when applying to mba programs?

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Not trying to matriculate into a top 5 school, but let's talk accredidation. Does an MBA not have weight to it if the school isn't lets say, AACSB accredited but is still accreditated, i.e. SACSCOC?

I keep interviewing at consulting firms and keep getting rejected. I feel so low and upset. I have ample consulting experience before, doing my MBA right now, but it sucks to keep getting rejected. Shall I give up?

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I'm about to start my part-time MBA. Already feel like dropping out...

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Does any BTECH + MBA grad regret doing MBA 😂

It's hysterical how money is flowing in IT industry.

I would never regret though, but dayuuuuuuym?

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What is the general consensus on online I/O psychology programs? I’m looking to pivot into HC consulting and am strongly considering USC’s online MAPP or Harvard Extension School’s I/O Psychology graduate program.

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Does anyone have experience with payfactors? Looking for a salary benchmarking tool that is not crowdsourced.

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How much variable pay is expected to be paid (and when) if I join SAP in June

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Hi Fishes, I have recently joined Ericsson. What are yearly hikes and benefits I can expect? Please share your valuable feedback. Thanks in advance.@Ericsson

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Hi Everyone, seeking career advice. I am working as a Market research analyst with an expert network firm similar to GLG.

We recruit C level executives and connect them with consulting and investment management firm. I am looking to work as a talent acquisition /recruiter ?

How can I achieve this or make a career change?

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PDM at Deloitte and recently told my current PM that I receive an offer to be on a different project and would like to rolloff my current project. They told me they have to check their WOA before they can confirm my last date. Is this a legit reason or something they made up just so I can’t leave?

are there any engineering fields that you can get an online degree in?

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How is the final settlement calculated at Accenture? Notice period is 3 months.
Will I get normal monthly pay for the first two months? I'm leaving after completing 12 months.

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Can someone help me with the in-hand salary?
I assume Its 1.24 including taxes. 20k is reserved for Performance pay, I believe they will atleast pay 50% i.e 10k per month.

Is this good offer for 4.2EOY?

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Feeling like it's only a matter of time before I have to tell the new marketing dept head that the snazzy jargon just makes him sound like a tryhard and alienates our customer base

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Which navigation apps do you prefer using besides google maps for driving long distances?

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Hi ,
I am a recent exit from Udaan.
Looking for a immediate joining
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Do any of you use Jo Malone ?

I am looking into a Product Manager role at M&T Bank. Does anyone know the salary range or can tell me about the work/life balance?

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How did you find out what you want in life? Feeling lost mid-career..

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Need 11likes for dm please

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Which AMD year did you prefer?
2018 👈 or 👉 2017

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Anyone in Fort Worth? Just moved to the area and looking to build a professional network here

Hi new to dfw area looking to buy a house. How’s the commute downtown from Frisco/McKinney area?

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Hey Dallas folks!

I want to get to know the local private companies. I worked at a private company with 2-3k employees before my MBA. They had an amazing culture, but limited progression opportunities. I'm thinking about looking for a smaller company (couple hundred to couple thousand employees) in the Dallas area and looking to find an amazing culture.

Anyone have recommendations on companies with great cultures in the Dallas/north of Dallas areas? (I live in the Plano/Allen/Mckinney area)

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Incoming MBA here - am attending the Toigo Catapult virtual conference over the next few days and want to understand what to expect in the video interview component for finalists from anyone who is a current Toigo fellow

I'm curious, how much do MBA student ambassadors make?

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Is anyone part of Toigo? How helpful is/was it in your career search?

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I'm about to start my part-time MBA. Already feel like dropping out...

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I’m a pharmacist and currently doing an MBA. I have only 2 YOE as a pharmacist and I’m trying to find a career path that will suit me. I completely regret choosing pharmacy and I want to reorient myself. Any advices as where to start applying? ( FYI I particularly enjoyed finance during the master)

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Hi. Wanted to know if anyone can refer me to PwC, EY, Deloitte, Siemens Advanta, Kearney please! Looking for post MBA entry opportunities (Associate, Consultant). Thanks!

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Wishing everybody luck on their upcoming exams and finals! 🤞 Remember to take care of yourself during this time!

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Anyone heard back from Capital One for the MBA product management position? My application has been in progress for over a month and no news from the company. @CapitalOne

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Many in my MBA program are hyper grade focused. Do grades matter that much post MBA for future job opps at all? My approach has been to balance academics with relationship building and practicing exec presence and for me, pivoting to a new industry

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Soon to be graduating from an MBA, and won't be able to attend a graduation ceremony or grad party - is it something life changing that I'll be missing out on?

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I have recently joined EY SaT group as senior consultant recently in Netherlands. I’m tripple masters in MS economics, MBA and MS business analytics. Have 4 YOE in different industries but no M&A experience specifically. Any ideas what company should be offering me? I’ll be working as expert on commercial due diligence, FDD and valuation teams and doing automation alongside. is it wise to demand higher salary or promotion soon after I have proven that I can work and do it better than most?EY

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What are everyone's thoughts on executive MBA vs. traditional MBA? I'm currently pursuing a traditional MBA but sometimes I wonder what could've been 😅

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MBA1s: Tell the recruiting market is bad without telling the recruiting market is bad.

Now go!

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Has anyone gone through BDO associate interview case study step ? I have my case study scheduled end of week and I am wondering if anyone has gone through it and advice how shall I prepare. The role is in capital advisory

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Best windows laptop for b school? Looking for something reliable and fast but won’t break the bank

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I would appreciate your perspective.
I am currently working on my MBA in a professional evening and weekend program at a highly accredited university. I am thinking about transferring to a much smaller private online program, specifically because they offer a concentration in organizational health, which directly builds on my doctoral research. Does great depth and specialization outweigh the value of a highly respected generalist degree?

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MBA admit here and have to put down a deposit soon, having serious cold feet right now due to the covid situation and potentially having to start virtually. Would love any perspective on how it's been particularly socially and what your schools' outlook on the fall is

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Any current MBA students on here? Any wisdom/things you wish you knew before starting??

I'm trying to choose between IBM Corporate Strategy and Innosight. I like both opportunities. Innosight pays more, but I've never had a big brand like IBM on my resume. Additionally, I'm worried whether Innosight's exit opportunities are slimmer than IBM. Would anyone have some advice on what I should pick / how I should think about this?

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