My GPA was kind of low after graduating (undergrad about a 2.5). It seems like grad schools want above a 3.0 (understandable). Should I even bother trying to go? Odds are my GMAT score won't be the best either.
I have a degree in Finance and want to get an MBA.
2006-07-02 14:55:56 · 10 answers · asked by Diamonds_4Ever 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
It depends on a lot of things. If you just graduated, I recommend working for a few years before getting an MBA. That way, the school won't only look at your GPA and GMAT score, you will have work experience to back up your accomplishments. Also, make sure you really know why you want an MBA. Don't get one just because you haven't figured out what you want to do in life.
2006-07-02 15:01:59 · answer #1 · answered by ermacx27 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You may want to think about working for a while and pursuing your MBA through one of those part-time evening/weekend colleges. They do not have the prestige of an Ivy League school of business, but learning while you work may actually make what you are learning seem more relevant, which should improve your grades. After you've earned some credits this way, and hopefully established a better GPA, you may be able to transfer into a full-time business program. Real life experience will ultimately help you in finding a good job after completing your MBA.
2006-07-02 15:02:12 · answer #2 · answered by just♪wondering 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If at first you don't succeed ...
It NEVER hurts to try. The worst they could say is "no". They're not going to glare at you, or call you 'stupid' or anything like that. It will just be a 'no'.
If they don't want to take you right now, the other option would be to wait a couple of years. By then, the grad school would be looking at your schooling PLUS your experience in the field.
That's a very admirable goal, wanting to get an MBA. You go right on ahead and keep trying until you get into a grad school. Even if it takes a few years ... go for it!
2006-07-02 14:59:00 · answer #3 · answered by Aussie Mommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the following:
- Work experience in the specific area you want to do your Masters
- Volunteer experience in the specific area you want to do your Masters
- Multiple letters of reference from former professors
- Super-high GMAT scores
Tell me, in your opinion why should a grad school choose you over a candidate with a high GPA and a high GMAT score? Once you answer that question, you'll know what to do.
2006-07-02 15:07:15 · answer #4 · answered by Jetgirly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should try if you want to go...they look at a combination of GPA, GMAT, and work experience. Study a lot for the GMAT!
My school looked at the last 60 credits vs. the my overall GPA too....
Good Luck!!!
2006-07-02 15:00:54 · answer #5 · answered by gem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be difficult for you to get into a top MBA program with that GPA -- but there are still lots of decent programs that you can get into.
2006-07-02 15:01:57 · answer #6 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want to get your MBA, then you should go to Grad school. You will need to prove yourself and you will need to work very hard, but, if it's what you want, go for it!
2006-07-02 14:58:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can give it a try the most they can do is say no. Then you can go back and raise your GPA and transferr.
2006-07-02 15:00:06 · answer #8 · answered by ebfox21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes never give up on yourself
2006-07-02 14:59:13 · answer #9 · answered by masterblaster00us 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its your decision but you might as well try!
2006-07-02 14:58:48 · answer #10 · answered by Lauren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋