I'm afraid I can't think of any such course. The lower you drop the entry standards for any course, the lower it's market value drops too.ayush wrote:Can you suggest any worthwhile course in India only or even abroad that I can do from a college where I will be able to get admission?
...if they can result in a commensurate employment or a starting point where there remains scope for future progression.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by sachprad » May 24th, 2015, 12:05 pm
I am currently working in Target as an Analyst. I have an experience of 3 years. I have finished my B.com with distinction. I am looking for a Msc course in Consulting in one of the Top colleges in the U.S. How do I go about this?
Awaiting your reply at the earliest.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by MBACrystalBall » May 26th, 2015, 1:28 pm
Probably my ignorance, but I've not heard of an MSc in Consulting course.sachprad wrote:I am looking for a Msc course in Consulting in one of the Top colleges in the U.S.
There are regular Masters (M.S.) programs and some that specialise in Management (like MiM - Masters in Management) that most freshers targer.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by banu13390 » May 26th, 2015, 8:41 pm
Please help me out. I am in dilemma.
Below are my academics
10th – 89.16% (2006)
12th – 96.4% (2008)
B.E. (EEE) – 72.22 % (Year 2012)
Work Experience – 30 months as a Software Engineer in Accenture
I’m 25 years old and would like to pursue my MBA.I have two options now.
1.An admit from IIM Ranchi.
2.An admit from University of South Florida for Management in Information Systems (MIS) course. It is a 1 year course. My plan is to apply for US top MBA colleges after gaining 3 or 4 years of work experience in U.S.By then i would be having international exposure and a good amount of money in my hand so that i can afford the amount for MBA in top universities.How difficult is getting into top MBA colleges in US with my profile?? Also thought of a weekend MBA program while working in U.S.Is it worth joining a weekend MBA program while working in U.S?
Please let me know which option is better.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by MBACrystalBall » May 28th, 2015, 10:42 am
Basic funda first. Our general philosophy has been - Minimise the hops between you and your career goals. More degrees = more hops = Slower career progression.banu13390 wrote:I’m 25 years old and would like to pursue my MBA.I have two options now.
Spending time in a classroom comes at a cost. When others you age are working and gaining skills, you'd be in a class for extra 1-3 years depending on the route you take.
Moving on to your questions.
Going by the earlier philosophy, there are too many degrees coming in the way here, Bhanu sir.banu13390 wrote:2.An admit from University of South Florida for Management in Information Systems (MIS) course. It is a 1 year course. My plan is to apply for US top MBA colleges after gaining 3 or 4 years of work experience in U.S.
Big assumption you are making here is that you'll get a good US job after the MS that'll give you the exposure and money. But with the H1B / work permit visa dependencies, also factor in the possibility of coming back to India.banu13390 wrote:By then i would be having international exposure and a good amount of money in my hand so that i can afford the amount for MBA in top universities.
The MS in US degree won't give you a management job. So it'll probably be more of the technical work that you are doing, except in a new geography. It'll still be Indian/Male/Tech profile. So, still difficult.banu13390 wrote:How difficult is getting into top MBA colleges in US with my profile??
Only if you want the degree. Won't help in a career change.banu13390 wrote:Also thought of a weekend MBA program while working in U.S.Is it worth joining a weekend MBA program while working in U.S?
Going back to our philosophy, if you want to be in a technical line for a while the MS in USA option is fine. Don't link it to the MBA at this stage. It just complicates matters.banu13390 wrote:Please let me know which option is better.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by banu13390 » May 29th, 2015, 2:23 pm
Does this mean i will not have opportunities to move into management roles in IT Or i cannot change my career track to Finance or Marketing...
"The MS in US degree won't give you a management job. So it'll probably be more of the technical work that you are doing, except in a new geography. It'll still be Indian/Male/Tech profile. So, still difficult."
Does roles like business analyst helps better than developer roles?? What can i do to improve my admit chances while having career in technical roles..
"Going back to our philosophy, if you want to be in a technical line for a while the MS in USA option is fine. Don't link it to the MBA at this stage. It just complicates matters."
I do not have any problem to be in a technical line for a while. What option would you suggest to be a better one..opting for IIM Ranchi or USF MIS course??
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by MBACrystalBall » June 3rd, 2015, 10:53 pm
IT management roles would be easier, as it involves a change of role within the same industry.banu13390 wrote:Does this mean i will not have opportunities to move into management roles in IT Or i cannot change my career track to Finance or Marketing...
But you also need to consider this within the context that folks move into management roles in IT even without a higher degree.
Yes, because a business analyst role would have a business component rather than being just technical.banu13390 wrote:Does roles like business analyst helps better than developer roles?
If you can afford the financial investment, I'd vote for Masters in US, for the academic diversity as well as access to US opportunities.banu13390 wrote:I do not have any problem to be in a technical line for a while. What option would you suggest to be a better one..opting for IIM Ranchi or USF MIS course??
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by jd2012 » June 16th, 2015, 11:03 pm
I got admission offer from HEC Paris MIM for September 2015 session (I applied using my CAT score). I was not able to convert any Indian B school due to my low percentile in CAT.
I am an average student and completed my dual degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Tech & M.Tech) from IIT in 2012.
My percentage is
Xth- 84 % (CBSE)
XIIth- 80%(State Board)
Dual Degree- 7.78/10
After completion I worked in the EPC sector in Thermal Power Plant area in two companies with total work experience of 32 months till May, 2015 (both companies are Indian not MNCs).
My extra acads are not good just membership of few NGOs and some sports achievement only.
Now after talking to many of my friends studying in HEC Paris. Their suggestions are:-
1. Don't go for MIM as this is for less or no work experience guy and also average age of batch is 23 and mine is 25 right now.
2. Also the language barrier. You need to know french to get a good job in France.
3. There are chances that I may end up with a job which is not good enough in comparison to my present job and that after a huge investment.
I also got a fee waiver of 5000 euro based on Merit based Scholarship ( total tuition fees of MIM is 36000 euro for 2 years. Boarding and lodging charges are extra which is of 700-800 euro per month). Also the result of one of the scholarship by French embassy is due on 18th June.
I haven't appeared for any GMAT exam and I also left my job in May. I am preparing to join a startup from next month.
Now considering my average profile and my work experience. I need some guidance from you, should I go with MIM at HEC or wait for one more year and then apply for MBA in USA. As GMAT is also an unpredictable exam we can't guarantee a success considering this should I not waste this opportunity and join it or should I wait.
Looking forward to your reply.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by MBACrystalBall » June 16th, 2015, 11:31 pm
jd2012 wrote:Now after talking to many of my friends studying in HEC Paris. Their suggestions are:-
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should I go with MIM at HEC or wait for one more year and then apply for MBA in USA.
On the MBA vs MiM dilemma, this post might give you some perspectives: MBA vs Masters in Management: Which is better?
I'd have to agree with your friends who are already in the region and pursuing their courses. They have a better feel for the ground realities of being an international student in that culture.
After completing your IIT dual degree, you deserve something that does justice to your post-grad aspirations and expectations.
With your experience, you'll be short-changing yourself by 'settling' for an MiM just because you couldn't get anything better.
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Re: MS, MFE, Mfin, MPhil, PhD, other degrees
Post by abhiwankhade » June 23rd, 2015, 11:01 am
My brother has got acceptance to the MiM degree in the US (Rochester University) and I am really confused whether he should go for it or not. Ie is it worth the 55000$ Fees that one has to pay. And obviously I would be taking bank loan for him. His gre score is 293.