<p>I am currently a junior Civil Engineering major (structural engineering) and am having some questions about the path to my future. I am on a full scholarship plus $10,000 a year stipend which I have a saved to help fund graduate school. I plan on beginning to study for the GMAT next semester. At this point I have a 3.92 GPA and am beginning to wonder about graduate school options. I would really like to get an MBA in Computer Information Systems and begin a startup that specializes in implementing current security, audio/visual and remote electronic access (smart home) into the newly built homes and MDU (multi dwelling units)</p>
<p>My father is a general contractor who specializes in building custom homes. I was wondering if a high position in his small firm which employs about 20 people would be sufficient work experience for Columbia or NYU Stern? I may also be interested in Baruch which I feel is underrated (There are more Baruch grads on wall street than any other school.) But I can ask that in the MBA forum. </p>
<p>My main question is how do I approach my father who is getting up there in age, about working in his company? I have always been under the impression that working with family should be avoided at all costs. Does anyone have any experience with this sort of thing? If I do work for him and I am unable to do the type of work I like would that really **** him off? Anyone with any insight kindly reply.</p>