Underrated MBA Programs and the Importance of School Selection

The mbaMission Podcast

In this conversation, Harold Simansky and Gavriella Semaya discuss the topic of school selection for MBA programs. They emphasize the importance of considering both professional goals and cultural fit when choosing a school. They also highlight the value of talking to current students and recent alumni to get a better understanding of the school's environment. The conversation mentions several underrated schools, including University of Washington Foster, UCLA, Cornell, and Haas. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the factors to consider when selecting an MBA program.

Takeaways

• Consider whether a school will help you achieve your professional goals and has a strong track record in your desired field.
• Evaluate the cultural fit of a school and determine if you will thrive in its environment.
• Talk to current students and recent alumni to gain insights into the school's culture and opportunities.
• Explore underrated schools that may offer unique programs and opportunities.

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1. Welcome to the mbaMission podcast (00:00:00)

2. Where should I apply to business school? (00:00:35)

3. Things to consider when choosing an MBA program (00:02:00)

4. Underrated business schools - UW Foster (00:07:04)

5. Underrated business schools - strengths in finance (00:08:34)

6. Underrated business schools: UCLA Anderson (00:08:59)

7. Underrated business schools: Cornell Johnson/Cornell Tech (00:09:42)

8. Underrated business schools: CMU Tepper (00:12:19)

9. Underrated business schools: UC Berkeley Haas (00:13:42)