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Am I an "older candidate"?

by dianemba » Wed Jul 20, 2011 9:51 pm
I have a high GMAT score with a below average GPA. I have more than 8 years of experience as an engineer. I would like to break into consulting post-MBA.

However, after reading several posts, I feel like my age is a huge disadvantage. I am 31 and I plan to apply for Fall 2012. I will be almost 32 (2 months short of 32) when I join my MBA next fall provided I get admitted to a top 30 MBA program.

Is 31 at the time of application and almost 32 (still 31) when classes start make me an "older applicant".

I do not want to do an exec MBA since I want to break into consulting.

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by Stacey Oyler » Thu Jul 21, 2011 11:50 am
Hi,

Thanks for your post. Given the amount of experience you have, yes, you are more experienced than the average applicant to US MBA programs. However, it's not so much your age that is the issue, but rather why now is the right time for you to get your MBA (as opposed to 3-4 years ago). You'll want to be very specific in outlining your short and long term MBA goals.

Have you thought about part-time programs? Some part time programs (like Wharton West for example) allow their students access to the same opportunities as full time students.

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by dianemba » Thu Jul 21, 2011 12:27 pm
Thanks Stacey. I have not heard of Wharton West. Is it a part of Wharton? Does it have a good ranking?
I am currently an engineer and would like to break into management consulting. Does the Wharton West program place well into management consulting?

I am looking for a top 25 program so I can change my career.

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by Stacey Oyler » Thu Jul 21, 2011 2:41 pm
Hi,

Wharton West is affiliated with Wharton and is located in San Francisco. Other great programs to consider Haas and Stern. Geography obviously plays a large role when considering part time programs since the idea is that candidates are working full time and attending courses in the evening and on weekends.

While a full time program is ideal for a career change, it is becoming easier to successfully make a career change through a part time program. I encourage you to research the schools near you and look at their career services information to see who hires their grads.

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by dianemba » Fri Jul 22, 2011 5:13 pm
Hi Stacey,

Thanks. I will look into the part-time programs you mentioned. I was also considering an European MBA to break into management consulting post-MBA. What schools would you recommend in Europe. Is Oxford Said School of Business good for management consulting. What other schools should I consider. I know of LSB but I have heard that it is highly competitive to get into.

I have a high GMAT and a very poor GPA.
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by Stacey Oyler » Mon Jul 25, 2011 3:47 pm
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Said is a great program. I suggest you check out IE and ESADE as well.

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by drgirishb » Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:02 am
Stacey Oyler wrote:Hi,

Said is a great program. I suggest you check out IE and ESADE as well.

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Stacey
Hi Sorry am following this late
I was wondering if someone (like me) already has an MBA from a non US university, would you still recommend trying part time program rather than full time?
I have heard many people doing double MBA...how viable is that option if age is turning c31 as for earlier candidate in this thread.

Please suggest.

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by Stacey Oyler » Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:08 am
Hi Girish,

Given your age, experience and the MBA degree you already have under your belt, a part time program would be ideal. Be sure to vet each program to be sure they allow someone with a non-US MBA to apply. Some schools have restrictions that prohibit applicants with MBAs from applying.

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by drgirishb » Thu Aug 18, 2011 4:27 am
Stacey Oyler wrote:Hi Girish,

Given your age, experience and the MBA degree you already have under your belt, a part time program would be ideal. Be sure to vet each program to be sure they allow someone with a non-US MBA to apply. Some schools have restrictions that prohibit applicants with MBAs from applying.

Best,

Stacey
Thanks but would there be an easier way to tell if non US MBA candidate can apply. Would you be aware of any such programs where a non US MBA can't apply.let me know of the names in the ivy league only cos that's my target.

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by Stacey Oyler » Thu Aug 18, 2011 9:09 am
Hi,

Each school's website usually lists this information. Check out the admissions process/info pages on the schools on your list to find out.

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