Work experience for top 10 MBA schools

Troutlily
Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:20:43 +0000

I have a degree in Econ from an Ivy, Great GPA, GMAT well above top MBA schools’ averages. I can get the required recommendations. What I am worried about is my work experience.

I am working for one of the big I-banks but not in I-banking. I am in a support position for financial analysts. I am learning a lot, but the position has no potential for growth beyond getting a series 7 license and moving on.

I am at the point where I know what I want to pursue in my career and getting an MBA will give me the foundation I need to do that.

I will have been in this position one year next fall when I plan to apply to MBA schools. I will have had 2 years work experience by the following fall when I hope to begin my MBA studies.

My concern is that my current job won’t provide strong enough work experience to have a chance at the top 10-15 programs.

How much does the actual type of work matter in MBA admissions at the top programs? Will not having actual I-banking experience hurt me?