MBA: Talking with the right people!
The following questions may prove useful in more casual or exploratory conversations with students, alumni, faculty and recruiters as well as in your interview.
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What kind of impact has your MBA had on your career? |
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In what ways does the material you studied in school assist you in your position? |
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Are you confident about hiring people who attended your program? |
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Were your professors approachable and open to student contact? |
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In terms of administrative support did you find the school supportive? Did you and your classmates find positions easily? |
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What were the other students in your program like? |
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What are those most challenging experiences during your MBA years? |
You should also inquire about the following areas:
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Internship Opportunities and Job Placements |
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Recruiting Companies & Industries |
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Salary Potential and Ranges |
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Reputation in the Business World |
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Variety of Career Options - Sectors and Mobility |
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Long-term Career Path |
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Short-term Career Opportunity |
In your consultations with admissions committee members, students, faculty, and alumni, you should also try to determine how helpful the alumni network is and the types of opportunities offered by their alumni.
