Will switching companies impact my chances?

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by hmgp22 » Mon Nov 04, 2013 10:07 pm

I'm currently a marketing manager in a large consumer electronics company. Due to personal reasons, I am highly considering switching companies. If my next role is a step down from "manager" (e.g. analyst or associate...etc), will this negatively affect my candidacy for business school admissions in the future? If so, is there a way for me to counteract this problem in my application?

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by Jon@Admissionado » Mon Nov 04, 2013 11:06 pm

Well, basically you need to make the choice that is better for you. And then,, for the MBA application, you should try and find a way to SHOW the school that even if it seems like it's a step down, it is nonetheless a step closer to your goals and one that is better for you (so maybe you have a better salary, or more leads, or more responsibility, or are moving towards your goals). As long as you have good reasons, it won't look too bad.

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by MBAPrepAdvantage » Mon Nov 11, 2013 10:41 am

I think it depends on salary level, responsibilities, etc. So for example moving from a corporate-side manager position to work for BCG as an associate would be fine. But moving from your present manager role to a position with a lower salary, less responsibilities and no tie to your future career direction could hurt.

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