Hey guys,
I'm from Slovenia and have worked as an engineer for 3.5 years. Now, I would like to do an MBA in the UK, and got 680 on the GMAT. After my MBA, I would like to work in the UK for 2-3 years before returning home. These are the schools I will apply for (round 2):
Reach school: LBS
Manchester
Warwick
Safety school: Cranfield
Is it ok to apply for all 4 schools or should I only apply for 2 or 3? How can I improve my chances at LBS?
MBA in UK 2014 - 680 GMAT
Posted Oct 23, 2013 16:18
I'm from Slovenia and have worked as an engineer for 3.5 years. Now, I would like to do an MBA in the UK, and got 680 on the GMAT. After my MBA, I would like to work in the UK for 2-3 years before returning home. These are the schools I will apply for (round 2):
Reach school: LBS
Manchester
Warwick
Safety school: Cranfield
Is it ok to apply for all 4 schools or should I only apply for 2 or 3? How can I improve my chances at LBS?
Posted Oct 23, 2013 18:44
For LBS, aim for a GMAT over 700. What makes you think you're a safe candidate at Cranfield? Surely your GMAT and work experience are not above their average?
Posted Oct 25, 2013 15:01
Oh sorry, I didn't mean Cranfield I meant Cass. But now I'm wondering if my work experience will make me less attractive to Cass as well.
I guess I should work on my GMAT...
I guess I should work on my GMAT...
Posted Oct 26, 2013 22:17
Oh sorry, I didn't mean Cranfield I meant Cass. But now I'm wondering if my work experience will make me less attractive to Cass as well.
I guess I should work on my GMAT...
Cass will easily give you admission offer. my friend did gmat only 650 and 3 years experience and cass give him offer for mba. but he did not join because he want to do mba for good university than cass. he is again passing gmat and if score more he will try LBs or warwick and cranfield
I guess I should work on my GMAT...</blockquote>
Cass will easily give you admission offer. my friend did gmat only 650 and 3 years experience and cass give him offer for mba. but he did not join because he want to do mba for good university than cass. he is again passing gmat and if score more he will try LBs or warwick and cranfield
Posted Oct 27, 2013 17:31
Hi Duncan,
Can you suggest which is better among the two ?
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada (AACSB accredited) - General Management.. - 2 years
OR Aberystwyth University, UK (AMBA accredited) - MBA Finance.. - 1 year..
Kindly tell me with reasons as well..
Can you suggest which is better among the two ?
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada (AACSB accredited) - General Management.. - 2 years
OR Aberystwyth University, UK (AMBA accredited) - MBA Finance.. - 1 year..
Kindly tell me with reasons as well..
Posted Oct 27, 2013 17:40
What are your goals, and why these schools? Both are in remote coastal locations a long way from major employers.
Aberystwyth is considering relaunching its MBA in 2014 but of course the programme is not running now so it's a risky option. Memorial has a better programme structure, and you get to mix with part-time students.
Aberystwyth is considering relaunching its MBA in 2014 but of course the programme is not running now so it's a risky option. Memorial has a better programme structure, and you get to mix with part-time students.
Posted Oct 27, 2013 18:59
Hi Duncan,
Thanks for the reply.
My Goals are to work in the field of Management( Better if i could get specialization either as Finance or International Business) with a reputed employer abroad.
I am already working in Infosys Limited as an Engineering professional, So, i want to increase my horizons.
So, you mean to say that Memorial is better than Aberystwyth.. Actually, i preferred Aberystwyth as its AMBA accredited and i want to complete my studies as early as i could.. and it does suit my budget..Though i guess, it doesnt make any sense ,to study a course that carries a risk factor for a future..
I would definitely want something that helps me for better future job prospects.
Ur help would be highly appreciated.
Thanks for the reply.
My Goals are to work in the field of Management( Better if i could get specialization either as Finance or International Business) with a reputed employer abroad.
I am already working in Infosys Limited as an Engineering professional, So, i want to increase my horizons.
So, you mean to say that Memorial is better than Aberystwyth.. Actually, i preferred Aberystwyth as its AMBA accredited and i want to complete my studies as early as i could.. and it does suit my budget..Though i guess, it doesnt make any sense ,to study a course that carries a risk factor for a future..
I would definitely want something that helps me for better future job prospects.
Ur help would be highly appreciated.
Posted Oct 27, 2013 22:39
Take a masters in finance instead. If your budget is so limited that you cannot attend an MBA that leads to good employment outcomes, then take less MFin degree rather than an MBA.
Take a look at http://rankings.ft.com/businessschoolrankings/masters-in-finance-pre-experience-2013 and add the field for 'Value'. These programmes are aimed at people without work experience, but most of them will consider you as an interesting candidate.
Take a look at http://rankings.ft.com/businessschoolrankings/masters-in-finance-pre-experience-2013 and add the field for 'Value'. These programmes are aimed at people without work experience, but most of them will consider you as an interesting candidate.
Posted Oct 28, 2013 19:38
Heyy Duncan,
Thank you ..!
Actually, i am not really keen to get a MSc degree after my Bachelor of Engineering.
Though, i may think about Skema Business School -MSc in Finance,now.. !
What do you think of Greenwich and De Montfort and IPAG, France?
Better than Aberystwyth and Memorial ?
How would you rank these Universities?
Thank you ..!
Actually, i am not really keen to get a MSc degree after my Bachelor of Engineering.
Though, i may think about Skema Business School -MSc in Finance,now.. !
What do you think of Greenwich and De Montfort and IPAG, France?
Better than Aberystwyth and Memorial ?
How would you rank these Universities?
Posted Oct 28, 2013 22:07
You need to compromise on the budget, the degree and/or the university. If you want to get a good job, you need to go to a good university. There's no point looking at unaccredited and unranked schools like Greenwick and De Montford if you want to leverage your studies or connect to great employers. Get into the best school you can. Skema is a good school; see if you can find something better.
I realise an MSc is less appealing than an MBA, but an MSc from a ranked and accredited school will be worth much more. Anyone who knows business education will not take an MBA from an unaccredited or no-name school very seriously.
I realise an MSc is less appealing than an MBA, but an MSc from a ranked and accredited school will be worth much more. Anyone who knows business education will not take an MBA from an unaccredited or no-name school very seriously.
Posted Oct 28, 2013 22:28
I completely agree with what you are saying Duncan.. !
But, i have my own limitations of budget.. !
So, would like to have your opinion as i dont knw, as how can i balance the other two- a recognised University as well as Degree.. !
What do you think should be given more importance ?
AACSB accredited Universities or AMBA accredited ones ( If both is not possible for sure..else it would have been much much better )..
Is specialization in MBA required or just General Management( as offered by Memorial) is fine ?
and which has more opportunities - UK, Canada or France ?
But, i have my own limitations of budget.. !
So, would like to have your opinion as i dont knw, as how can i balance the other two- a recognised University as well as Degree.. !
What do you think should be given more importance ?
AACSB accredited Universities or AMBA accredited ones ( If both is not possible for sure..else it would have been much much better )..
Is specialization in MBA required or just General Management( as offered by Memorial) is fine ?
and which has more opportunities - UK, Canada or France ?
Posted Oct 29, 2013 11:13
Canada probably has the most open labour market, and Memorial is very inexpensive. The UK is the most closed, but has the highest salaries. France is in-between but, if you speak French, then consider universities in Quebec.
If you don't speak French, then rule out France.
If you don't speak French, then rule out France.
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