Research MBA Programs

Hello,

Just joined the forums and have been snooping around a bit - really looks like a terrific community that I look forward to being a part of.

I'm interested in pursuing an MBA, although I am having a few issues regarding the decision, namely "when" and "where".

I'm 1 year out of my undergrad from the University at Buffalo (BS in Business Administration with concentrations in International Business and HR) and I'm currently working in HR in NYC. One of the reasons I am interested in pursuing an MBA for HR is that I feel in order to best serve a business, that I need to understand the business units as much as possible, being knowledgeable in other areas in order to better understand the needs of my colleagues in my company. I also think it will improve my likelihood of being able to reach higher level managerial positions within HR, as opposed to an MS in HR or MA in Organizational/Industrial Psychology.

That said, I am not sure when the best time to go for an MBA is. In addition, I am planning on relocating in the near future and am not sure whether it would best to get my MBA before or after relocating (most likely west coast). Being in NYC, there are a lot of great MBA options (Colombia, Baruch, NYU), although I am not sure if those degrees will mean as much if I leave the area.

Does anyone have any advice or insight onto something like this? As a young professional it can certainly be daunting trying to navigate through all of this. Greatly appreciate any help.

Best,

Dan

Hi JF,

Thanks for your reply - I really do appreciate it.

I've been doing just as you've said thus far, starting to study more and more as I familiarize myself with the test and style of questions, and relearning a lot of the material I haven't seen in a while. Going to be arranging a few private tutors to help on both sides of the exam and will ramp up studying as I near my desired test date (sometime in August most likely).

Do you have any recommendations as far as how far in advance to schedule an exam? Thanks!

I have a number of leadership and volunteer experiences that I've worked on during my undergrad. Currently involved in an HR networking group, but will seek to expand to other leadership and volunteer opportunities. I contacted the youth basketball league in my town in hopes that I can coach elementary school kids.

Thanks again, really appreciate all the help.

Best,

Dan

Hi Bhavik,

Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely keep that in mind when I get closer to my target test date.

I have nothing else in particular lined up at the moment. I've been participating in alumni/student networking events around NYC to help students with their resumes and give career advice. Nothing else too formal at the moment. Will definitely look for getting more heavily involved with volunteer organizations as time goes on.

Appreciate the advice!

Best,

Dan