Should I go for an MBA?

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Should I go for an MBA?

by buzz2008 » Sun Apr 06, 2008 11:51 pm
Hello
I am 22. I am graduating from a university next month with an architecture major.
I have 3.7 gpa and got 1370 GRE (620 V and 750 Q)

I am interested in pursuing an MBA (especially real estate development- the business end of architecture ....but again my background is design..and I took only two biz-related courses: calculus and principles of economics)... and I am thinking about taking GMAT this summer and...applying this fall...

But the thing is I don't have much work experience. I worked every summer and..might be working for one year...when I apply which adds up to less than 2 years of work experience...And I have some nice extra-curricular activities.....

Which schools would you like to recommend me to apply? which schools are interested in accpeting young applicants? which ones should I start looking into?

Another thing is I am an international student here in US...and I can't speak as well as native speakers.....Is it gonna put me at a disadvantage when I take an interview at school campuses?

Do I have any chance to get into top 5?

Thank you so much for your help in advance....Any input would be much appreciated.....
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by Lisa Anderson » Mon Apr 07, 2008 11:44 am
Dear buzz2008:

It is hard to comment on your chances at a top 5 as I do not have much information. I would suggest you do some research on MBA programs offering what you are looking for in terms of real estate development and then determine whether they will consider applicants with less than two years. For most programs in the top 40, applicants with less than two years of experience who receive admission generally have high GMAT scores (700+), high GPAs (3.75+), and outstanding internships, extra-curriculars, and demonstrated leadership potential. If you feel you will present a similar profile, then it could be worth applying for fall 2009 entry to a top 40 MBA program.

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