Good idea? Chances of getting into MBA program?

pokey07
Tue, 05 Feb 2008 20:14:36 +0000

So right now I’m an Economics major at Rutgers University who will be graduating next year. After doing research I’ve decided that an Accounting career path may be more satisfying than the financial route I was planning on taking. I am actually looking for some accounting internships, but my 3.0 GPA and Economics degree is making it a little difficult.

Anyway, Rutgers has an MBA in Professional Accounting that would give me the Accounting experience I need and an MBA. I was wondering if this is a good idea? What is really worrying me is that since I will just be finishing my undergrad with hopefully a year of interning will I even stand a chance getting into their Master’s program? My GPA is 3.0, hopefully will finish a bit higher. I know Rutgers isn’t the most prestigeous, but money is a little problem. Also, PWC and E&Y do quite a bit of recruiting here so that is a plus. Any input is welcome!