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Q about entry options after a PhD |
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both tough |
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07/17/2003 |
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I'm in a bit of a pickle...
It's been two years since I finished my PhD, during which I've consistently held academic posts, but, or because of that, I want to transition to management consultancy.
Given that I have:
1) a PhD in anthropology and sociology (a bit relevant as it was about corporate transition; but I'm definately a qualitative rather than quantitative person)
2) 6 months' research experience leading a collaborative project with an IT consultancy
3) an independent consultancy project which two of us are trying to get underway
Should I apply to get onto a MBA course or is it better to go for a position at a firm?
Given my background, I'm thinking that I'd be in a stronger position to land a job if I go for the MBA option -- am I completely off the mark?
But, equally, I'm worried that the selection committee at the b-school will think I have inadequate work experience.
Please let me know how you think the real world (if there is such a thing) works...
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Both are tough right now. Consulting (at least strategic, marketing, etc consulting) are almost dead. Quite a few people already out there with experience looking ... it will be hard for you to enter.
Similarly, you are right, top b-schools (top 10-20) will think your experience is too limited. Moreover, competition to get into b-schools has been tough due to the recession ... though it may be getting easier. If you cannot get into a school rated at leats top 25, don't bother.
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