When should you do MBA ? Directly after B.tech or Work and then ?

Many people in India and other places wonder when should they get MBA ? Some think :  why waste and year, just get it right after B.Tech or any Bachelors degree.  What is the correct decision ?  I was one of those who used to always think like that : ” I should not waste time and get it right away”. But, luckily things did not work out and it is a very good thing I did not do it right away. I feel the importance when I am in classes discussing with fellow class mates




When should you ideally do MBA ?
Ideally, you should at least work for 3 to 4 years and then start MBA.


What difference does it make ?
Work experience makes a huge difference. I can not explain how important it is. Many concepts related to  leadership, organization management, change management need work experience. You will not make much out of those classes if you do not have experience.  For instance, the question would be: how did you deal with your team ? what conflicts did you encounter as a team manager or member.  Think about it, if you have not worked, how would you know ? So, it is very much needed to have work experience.
                                                                     

What point in your career should you do MBA ?
Ideally, MBA is recommended when you want to move into any leadership roles or you started a leadership role and need help to do well. The Golden rule is, you have to work for few years before doing MBA.


What to do in the first 3 years of work ?
Well, if you are a business major you are fine. If not, it is a good idea to start preparing for MBA in year 2 by doing foundation classes and cracking your GMAT.
In fact, most of the top ranked business schools require a work experience of 5 years or more.  They know the importance of it. It is good to be a over achiever, but not ideal to get the most of your education.


If you are stuck between decision to do MS or MBA in US, you should read this article on  ”MS or MBA in US with Full details on Coursework, Cost and Funding “
Hope you make the right choice at right time.

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