mahesh7 wrote:hi

I have a part-time MBA-lite degree from a non-ranked US school. However, I have learned that having a prior MBA will prohibit me from applying to most schools for another MBA or even EMBA. Have few questions:

a) What happens if I do not disclose that I have a prior MBA in my application?
b) How will the schools find out that I had a prior MBA from a US school if I do not disclose it?
c) Is there any better alternative?

Thanks
MBA aspirant

I believe I answered this in another venue, but Cindy is away on vacation this week and I will be responding to posts here. I don't want you to think we are ignoring you, so here goes again.

To answer your questions:

a) They could withdraw an offer of acceptance or expel you if discovered while you are a student.
b) Most top schools do background checks on accepted students.
c) Disclose and apply to schools that will consider applications from people with prior MBAs. They do exist.

Best,
Linda

Thank you Linda for your valuable advise. Yes, you have answered it in Business week forum. I read that as well.

mba aspirant

mahesh7 wrote:Thank you Linda for your valuable advise. Yes, you have answered it in Business week forum. I read that as well.

mba aspirant

You're most welcome.