I've been looking into this program (as a German) mainly because of the appeal of studying in Nuremberg, as the other more renowned programs in Germany are all offered in big cities (something I would appreciate a bit of a break from).
In general, how is this school regarded? I’m looking to pivot from consulting into a more product-focused role in tech, ideally in an international context. Would studying in Nuremberg be a big detriment to networking, as opposed to Berlin, Frankfurt, etc.? What about international opportunities?
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Posted Nov 03, 2024 10:39
In general, how is this school regarded? I’m looking to pivot from consulting into a more product-focused role in tech, ideally in an international context. Would studying in Nuremberg be a big detriment to networking, as opposed to Berlin, Frankfurt, etc.? What about international opportunities?
Posted Nov 03, 2024 17:21
Based on your career goals of moving from consulting into product-focused tech roles with an international scope, I have some concerns about your school choice.
FH Nuremberg is not widely known outside Germany and lacks the key international accreditations (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) that signal quality to employers globally. For product/tech roles, you'd benefit much more from schools with:
1. Strong tech company recruitment relationships
2. International student and alumni networks
3. Specialized product management coursework and projects
4. Career services experienced in tech industry transitions
Within Germany, ESMT Berlin, WHU, and Mannheim would serve these goals better through their:
- Regular tech company recruiting events
- Product management specialization tracks
- Higher percentage of international students
- More extensive alumni networks in tech
- Better recognized degrees internationally
The appeal of Nuremberg's smaller city environment is valid. But for your specific career pivot, the networking and recruitment advantages of major business hubs likely outweigh the lifestyle benefits. Most tech product roles are also concentrated in bigger cities.
What aspects of product management interest you most? This could help identify which German MBA programs have the most relevant specializations and industry connections for your goals.
I recommend researching:
1. Where recent MBA grads from each school landed product roles
2. Tech company campus recruiting patterns
3. Product-focused courses and projects available
4. Alumni working in your target companies.
FH Nuremberg is not widely known outside Germany and lacks the key international accreditations (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) that signal quality to employers globally. For product/tech roles, you'd benefit much more from schools with:
1. Strong tech company recruitment relationships
2. International student and alumni networks
3. Specialized product management coursework and projects
4. Career services experienced in tech industry transitions
Within Germany, ESMT Berlin, WHU, and Mannheim would serve these goals better through their:
- Regular tech company recruiting events
- Product management specialization tracks
- Higher percentage of international students
- More extensive alumni networks in tech
- Better recognized degrees internationally
The appeal of Nuremberg's smaller city environment is valid. But for your specific career pivot, the networking and recruitment advantages of major business hubs likely outweigh the lifestyle benefits. Most tech product roles are also concentrated in bigger cities.
What aspects of product management interest you most? This could help identify which German MBA programs have the most relevant specializations and industry connections for your goals.
I recommend researching:
1. Where recent MBA grads from each school landed product roles
2. Tech company campus recruiting patterns
3. Product-focused courses and projects available
4. Alumni working in your target companies.
Posted Nov 04, 2024 18:30
I really appreciate your reply and insight. I guess my concerns might have been a bit too parochial in this case, hehe. I guess I should be looking more at the bigger picture and the actual potential outcome I can expect from each school. I was really drawn to the idea of studying somewhere smaller but it's also got to make sense in professional terms.
I'll take a look at placement data and alumni paths for the more prestigious programs that are on offer in Germany. Thanks again and have a nice evening!
I'll take a look at placement data and alumni paths for the more prestigious programs that are on offer in Germany. Thanks again and have a nice evening!
Posted Nov 04, 2024 21:49
Also if the international context means working abroad, then study where you want to work.
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