Carnegie Mellon MBA Chat

[mb108]

#1347

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This is your opportunity to demonstrate your interest in the school! (and, yes, you can mention your participation in the essays).

Online MBA Chat with Ms. Laurie Stewart, Executive Director of Masters Admissions, Carnegie Mellon University, and with Ms. Eynat Ganor Mor, a recent graduate of the MBA program.

Location: MBA Chances, the forum system of the IIMBA

Time: Tuesday, December 9, at 19:00 Israel time.

Host: Gilam Levi of aringo.co.il

a little information about our school:

The Carnegie Mellon Graduate School of Industrial Administration, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, consistently ranks among the top business schools in the world, including its latest ranking as #6 in the world in 2003 by the Wall Street Journal.

As one of the most technologically elite universities in the world, the dedication to cutting edge learning and application underlies everything that is done in the school – with an approach to business management that allows students to make a significant impact through analytical decision making.

[Eynat]

#1520

Hello Gilam and Laurie,

[Gilam – aringo]

#1521

Welcome all to the Carnegie Mellon Chat.

I particularly want to welcome:

Ms. Laurie Stewart, Executive Director of Masters Admissions, Carnegie Mellon University,

and

Ms. Eynat Ganor-Mor, a recent graduate of the MBA program.

[Gilam – aringo]

#1522

Thank you all for joining us today. This is your chance to ask questions about Carnegie Mellon's program, admissions policies, career opportunities, and student life.

[Laurie-CMU]

#1525

Hi Everyone–

Thank you for inviting us. It is nice to be here!

[Gilam – aringo]

#1523

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[Gilam – aringo]

#1524

Let me kick off our discussion with a first question:

Laurie and Eynat, it is great to have you here this evening (or, should I say "afternoon"). Any significant change that you can share with us regarding Carnegie Mellon's MBA admission policies this year?

[Laurie-CMU]

#1526

Our admission policies are essentially unchanged. We have been working on updating our online process and features to make applying more convenient for candidates. For example, we've recently launched an 'MBA Online Community' for prospective Carnegie Mellon MBA students. You can find it here http://web.gsia.cmu.edu/default.aspx?id=142600

We're also launching online recommendations in the next couple of weeks. Our applications deadlines have changed a little. We developed a new MBA brochure that features our new depth 'Tracks'.

[Laurie-CMU]

#1527

You can use this link to request a brochure

http://inq.applyyourself.com/?id=cmu-mba&pid=586

or this one to download a copy (PDF)

http://web.gsia.cmu.edu/default.aspx?id=142568

[omtrip2003]

#1346

What is the weight of pre graduation experience versus post graduation experience?

I for example served in the IDF for 6 years but have only one year of post graduation experience.

How do you regard work experience gained parallel to the firs degree?

[Laurie-CMU]

#1528

In reply to omtrip2003 from December 09 2003

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Hi omtrip,

We actually ask candidates to disclose all of their experience since high school and we consider everything when evaluating a candidate for admission. Some candidates have very meaningful experiences before completing their undergraduate degrees. Paths vary–but we're looking for people that have 'made a difference' in the positions they have held–contributors. People who have had a chance to hone their teamwork and leadership experiences, as well as refine their goals for the future.

[Undisclosed Member]

#1529

Laurie and Eynat, how are recruiting going now for international students who do not have a long term visa? thank you.

[Laurie-CMU]

#1530

Overall, our recruiting picture is showing some very positive trends. Our placement director recently reported that our graduating students have received about double the number of offers compared to the same time last year. You can find details here

http://web.gsia.cmu.edu/default.aspx?id=142616

It is also true that our domestic and international students fared equally well in last year's recruiting season. However, some companies that recruit on campus limit their recruiting to those that have citizenship or residency, which means that international students seeking job opportunities in the US need to put more effort into their searches. This means working through our alumni network, their personal networks, etc.

[Eynat]

#1531

In reply to Undisclosed Member from December 09 2003

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as I am sure you know, recruiting has been difficult in the past few years for all students, international and not. it is true that international students might need to work harder in their job search in order to find a job since some companies will not recruit internationals as a policy. BUT, i must tell you that out of my class (i graduated in 2003) i have not seen that internationals have less jobs that non-internationals. most of my international friends have jobs in the US. also, note that some companies are looking to increase their diversity, especially in such a market, and therefore looking to increase recruiting of internationals.

[Undisclosed Member]

#1532

Laurie adn Eynat, Thank you for your time. Does the CMU offer any scholarships for international students?

[Laurie-CMU]

#1533

Yes we do. We consider all admitted MBA students for scholarship–both US and international. Our top scholarship, the 'Dean's Scholarship' was awarded to 17 (out of 236) of our first year students this year. Dean's Scholars are selected by our Dean and receive a full tuition waiver to join the MBA program. All scholarships are awarded based on merit–using the information included in the MBA application.

[Laurie-CMU]

#1534

To add on the previous message. Some of our Dean's Scholars are international students–including one from Israel this year.

[Gilam – aringo]

#1535

Laurie and Eynat, any advice for people who are now in the process of writing their essays?

[Eynat]

#1536

Laurie, can you also ellaborate on the other possible scholarships? and also the other forms of financial aid

[Eynat]

#1538

In reply to Gilam – aringo from December 09 2003

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my advice is to take the time and learn as much as you can about the school. that will help you formualte a clear message of why you want to go to Carnegie Mellon (how CMU specifically, fits your career goals) and why do you think you will fit in (how your background will contribute to the student body). Carnegie Mellon has some unique features that make it different from other schools, learn about them and leverage that in your application.

[Laurie-CMU]

#1539

Sure Eynat. In addition to the Dean's Scholarship, all candidates are considered for school-sponsored merit scholarships. These can range up to approximately half of annual tuition. The largest scholarships go to the strongest admitted students each year. In addition to scholarships, US Citizens and permanent residents may qualify for US subsidized loan programs and there are other loans that international students may qualify for with a US citizen cosigner. The university also offers a payment plan that can help students spread out their educational costs over time. Some of our students, mostly international students, are sponsored by their company.

[Gilam – aringo]

#1540

We have to wrap up soon… any more questions?

[Laurie-CMU]

#1541

Thanks everyone for joining–Gilam thank you for hosting us. I invite everyone to visit our website at http://www.cmu.edu/mba or send email to me at [email protected] Good luck with your MBA aspirations!

[Gilam – aringo]

#1542

Laurie and Eynat – thank you so much for taking the time answering the questions from this side of the globe… you have done a wonderful job!

In the name of the Israeli International MBA Association, aringo, and all Israeli applicants, thank you.

Gilam

[Eynat]

#1543

I would like to add something. those of you who have researched a little about the school probably already know that Carnegie Mellon has features that are very appealing to Israeli students, since many of us come from the High tech industry in Israel.

as part of one of the most technological universities in the world, the school puts an emphasis on innovation and technology. it shows in all areas: from our facilities (wireless throughout the university) to the focus on quantitative and analytical approach of doing business and the type of companies that come to recruit on campus (recruiters consider our students as technology savvy people who can get the job done).

[Laurie-CMU]

#1544

Thanks very much, Eynat

[Eynat]

#1545

thank you for administering this, we were happy to be here,

i would be happy to answer any more questions about the school at [email protected]

[Laurie-CMU]

#1546

thanks Gilam–bye now

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