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how obscure is it?
There's about 7-12 schools that are at the top ten of every list you look at.
There's about 7-12 schools that are at the top ten of every list you look at.
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^good for you, keep grinding man, Civils are generally low end of the spectrum starting out (due to supply), but career path wise they're approx the same from my observation, but this also depends on your field/industry.
You seem to have a lot figured out but if you're in the DMV and in the market let me know made a good amount of connections with AE firms in town
You seem to have a lot figured out but if you're in the DMV and in the market let me know made a good amount of connections with AE firms in town
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are you sure about the CFA helps if you're trying to go to the IB route? because i heard differently and for the most part it's not worth the time, dedication,etc to get it nowadays when you can probably use the time and effort on something else. i heard it's more for AM and HF type of stuff.
For the MSF recruiting, the 2 out of 3 of the programs I am looking at, has pretty good placement statistics and that's the only reason why I am thinking about doing it.
But brah, we gonna grind and make it, see you at the top brah
For the MSF recruiting, the 2 out of 3 of the programs I am looking at, has pretty good placement statistics and that's the only reason why I am thinking about doing it.
But brah, we gonna grind and make it, see you at the top brah
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[COLOR=#red]I'll be employed soon and when I am it will be with one of the richest companies in the world making clearly over $100k starting out. Recruiting for the oil firms at my school is like the NFL draft. They come to us to recruit and wine and dine us which just happened. Sounds like a bunch of excuses of why you didn't go to a better school bro.[/COLOR]
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You engineers got some crazy elitist attitude. I know you're working hard to get where your at but..
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the CFA can't hurt you... And its not a requirement.are you sure about the CFA helps if you're trying to go to the IB route? because i heard differently and for the most part it's not worth the time, dedication,etc to get it nowadays when you can probably use the time and effort on something else. i heard it's more for AM and HF type of stuff.
For the MSF recruiting, the 2 out of 3 of the programs I am looking at, has pretty good placement statistics and that's the only reason why I am thinking about doing it.
But brah, we gonna grind and make it, see you at the top brah
People think when its asked about the CFA... Do you HAVE to get it...
You don't...
Like I said... I've tinkered with the idea... But that should let you know how serious I am about it...
You don't HAVE to get it...
But if two resumes are on a persons desk... Exactly the same...
But one has a CFA and one doesn't, who you think they're going to choose?
Again... Its not imperative... It won't hurt you of you don't have it...
The time could be spent in the classroom, meeting people, networking, etc...
But its not a bad alternative... Because when you finish, people know you're really serious about finance.
In regards to your program, I actually considered the UT ms program... So I know exactly what you mean...
But I did not want to accrue debt just to accrue more debt for my MBA.
The way you're going is not a bad route... Its actually pretty dope...
UT is like gold here in the south...
If you want to get the MS in fin, I say go for it...
But whatever you do... Bust your *** and you'll end up exactly where you want...
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Thanks, bro. I recently accepted a position in a particular local government in my state, as a Project Engineer. I have to do this design work so I can get my PE as soon as possible
Nice man, you'll likely get lots of exposure to a variety of people in the field, IMO you'll probably use these connections to move on for a higher salary and faster pace. Also keep an eye out for companies or firms that invest in engineers so you don't have to pay for your MBA should you choose to pursue it.
PE is a must for Civils, good luck.
My previous job was about 40% design, 40% mgmt, 20% field (wanted to get out more but couldn't), now it's even more mgmt but that's what I like so it clicked (although I do miss some of the design work).
Seems like you like construction mgmt, some of those big time developers have GREAT opportunities
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you got a job?Thanks, bro. I recently accepted a position in a particular local government in my state, as a Project Engineer. I have to do this design work so I can get my PE as soon as possible
i thought you were just in school. did you finish your program or are you doing both?
big ups on getting a gig, doe.
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Could care less what school I attend, as long as we getting money b.
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man... i'm just seeing this little argument between yall..
EWD... you coming off kinda elitist bro... gotta chill on that.. its good that you got into a nice school, but you cant **** on others that didnt...
people hate school snobs...
WhatCanISay... you're right to defend yourself... but you aint gotta bring your car into EVERY argument when someone challenges you
i just smashed a chick that was the equivalent of an Aston Martin... but i dont bring that up every time I'm in a debate or someone disagrees.
people hate car snobs..
yall gotta chill mayne... keep the thread positive... we all about upper education, gettin' money, and flourishing.
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[COLOR=#red]I'm with you bro, dude was just being a d*** coming off as elitist so I sunk down to his level and played his game. [/COLOR]
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I am with this but I am not trying to go to a HBCU for my Masters tho
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[COLOR=#red]My BMW 535xi is not as good a car as the DB9. You win at the most irrelevant contest in this thread. A lot of the Uber rich oil guys I know drive F150s. Call me when you get a boat and a few houses and maybe then I'll be impressed.[/COLOR]
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Any of the fellas in here got a degree in communications?? Any insight ?
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i dunno, mayne...
black dude + masters = instayambs from educated sistas...
and we know HBCUs are just overflowing with beautiful intelligent black ladies...
i'd go HBCU if i knew it would get me where i needed to be.
side note... i went to an HBCU for undergraad for a bit... i didnt even graduate from there...
but i donate to the booster program, stay in contact with the athletic program, and always try to help them whenever i can...
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True True but Alabama A&M is the only HBCU that has my Masters programi dunno, mayne...
black dude + masters = instayambs from educated sistas...
and we know HBCUs are just overflowing with beautiful intelligent black ladies...
i'd go HBCU if i knew it would get me where i needed to be.
side note... i went to an HBCU for undergraad for a bit... i didnt even graduate from there...
but i donate to the booster program, stay in contact with the athletic program, and always try to help them whenever i can...
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So I'm a sophomore civil engineering major, and I'm already thinking about grad school. I'm looking at Virginia Tech because it's a top five grad school for my major. Also I plan on getting an MBA. Any advice I can get from you all on how to properly prepare for all of this would be greatly appreciated.
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I am getting into civil engineering as some one who's already taking many courses I assume. What should I do to prep for this major. In other words what can I or should I look forward to be doing and what should I focus on and expect in amount of school work?
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Honestly I haven't really delved into my major yet. All I can tell you right now is go over and prepare for Calculus (Literally hell on earth) and physics. Also know that you HAVE to put the time in to order to get a high GPA. The average GPA for engineers is around 2.5. It's imperative that you put forth the effort to have a GPA better than that.
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Thanks I wish you the best of luck. I am excited and also nervous just glad I found something I can stick with and look forward to learning.
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I typed this 2 years ago... and it looks like I'm right on track with my plan (i'm actually a year ahead)
I had plans on entering into the MBA program in 2017, but I think I'm going to gun for 2016 (4 years of post grad work experience as an analyst for a fortun 15 company)
I'm looking for the MLT program, which i hear you get what you put in with it. I'm also looking to apply for the consortium and to be a toigo fellow.
Here's an updated plan for the famb with some details and steps on how i plan to get there.
BBA-Marketing '12 - donezo
MS-Finance '14 - donezo
MBA '18 (enter in fall '16) - getting ready for it now.
I'm currently working as an analyst for a blue chip company. From going to different MBA seminars and talking with recruiters, they say i'm good as far as work experience. I've received a promotion since being here and will likely get another one in a few months.
I've been interviewing with a few other companies, but I wont jump ship unless its a major bump in pay or another top tier company.
A couple of classmates and I started a small consulting firm that helps with small startups incorporate, prepare financials, ask for loans, etc. It really isnt a huge cash generator, but i think we can start to make some decent cash flow in a couple months. The major thing is to learn some great things about small businesses and entrepreneurship.
My goal is to have A SOLID (680+) GMAT by March of 2015. If i fail, that will give me a few solid months to really hammer down. I dont want this to be any later than July 2015.
When fall '15 rolls around, I will begin applying at schools. I have UT-Austin really high on my list. I'll receive in state tuition, plus they are great feeders into banking here in the south. I'm also thinking some Ivy leagues, NYU, and UC-Berkely, and Darden (all hard schools to get into)
after the MBA, I'd be completely done w/ school.
I'm applying for something called an MLT, which helps minorities prepare for MBA admissions. This, along with attempting to become a Robert Toigo fellow and consortium fellow are on my radar...
It seems like a lot, but in actuality, it really isnt. My job is super low stress so I'm not working crazy hours or really that crucial to the big picture.
I hope in two more years I can quote this and be chilling at my grad program somewhere.
MS-Finance '14 - donezo
MBA '18 (enter in fall '16) - getting ready for it now.
I'm currently working as an analyst for a blue chip company. From going to different MBA seminars and talking with recruiters, they say i'm good as far as work experience. I've received a promotion since being here and will likely get another one in a few months.
I've been interviewing with a few other companies, but I wont jump ship unless its a major bump in pay or another top tier company.
A couple of classmates and I started a small consulting firm that helps with small startups incorporate, prepare financials, ask for loans, etc. It really isnt a huge cash generator, but i think we can start to make some decent cash flow in a couple months. The major thing is to learn some great things about small businesses and entrepreneurship.
My goal is to have A SOLID (680+) GMAT by March of 2015. If i fail, that will give me a few solid months to really hammer down. I dont want this to be any later than July 2015.
When fall '15 rolls around, I will begin applying at schools. I have UT-Austin really high on my list. I'll receive in state tuition, plus they are great feeders into banking here in the south. I'm also thinking some Ivy leagues, NYU, and UC-Berkely, and Darden (all hard schools to get into)
after the MBA, I'd be completely done w/ school.
I'm applying for something called an MLT, which helps minorities prepare for MBA admissions. This, along with attempting to become a Robert Toigo fellow and consortium fellow are on my radar...
It seems like a lot, but in actuality, it really isnt. My job is super low stress so I'm not working crazy hours or really that crucial to the big picture.
I hope in two more years I can quote this and be chilling at my grad program somewhere.
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^^^
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Def gotta set up a plan like this with my finance degree .I typed this 2 years ago... and it looks like I'm right on track with my plan (i'm actually a year ahead)
I had plans on entering into the MBA program in 2017, but I think I'm going to gun for 2016 (4 years of post grad work experience as an analyst for a fortun 15 company)
I'm looking for the MLT program, which i hear you get what you put in with it. I'm also looking to apply for the consortium and to be a toigo fellow.
Here's an updated plan for the famb with some details and steps on how i plan to get there.
BBA-Marketing '12 - donezo
MS-Finance '14 - donezo
MBA '18 (enter in fall '16) - getting ready for it now.
I'm currently working as an analyst for a blue chip company. From going to different MBA seminars and talking with recruiters, they say i'm good as far as work experience. I've received a promotion since being here and will likely get another one in a few months.
I've been interviewing with a few other companies, but I wont jump ship unless its a major bump in pay or another top tier company.
A couple of classmates and I started a small consulting firm that helps with small startups incorporate, prepare financials, ask for loans, etc. It really isnt a huge cash generator, but i think we can start to make some decent cash flow in a couple months. The major thing is to learn some great things about small businesses and entrepreneurship.
My goal is to have A SOLID (680+) GMAT by March of 2015. If i fail, that will give me a few solid months to really hammer down. I dont want this to be any later than July 2015.
When fall '15 rolls around, I will begin applying at schools. I have UT-Austin really high on my list. I'll receive in state tuition, plus they are great feeders into banking here in the south. I'm also thinking some Ivy leagues, NYU, and UC-Berkely, and Darden (all hard schools to get into)
after the MBA, I'd be completely done w/ school.
I'm applying for something called an MLT, which helps minorities prepare for MBA admissions. This, along with attempting to become a Robert Toigo fellow and consortium fellow are on my radar...
It seems like a lot, but in actuality, it really isnt. My job is super low stress so I'm not working crazy hours or really that crucial to the big picture.
I hope in two more years I can quote this and be chilling at my grad program somewhere.
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got some good news today, famb...
I got accepted to the UT-Austin Diverisity Forum AND that Texas A&M Campus Recruitment Day.
All expenses paid trip to kick it at the school on a Friday and Saturday
it's basically a visit to the campus to meet with people that are already in the program, the acceptance committee, etc...
one step closer, mayne.
I got accepted to the UT-Austin Diverisity Forum AND that Texas A&M Campus Recruitment Day.
All expenses paid trip to kick it at the school on a Friday and Saturday
it's basically a visit to the campus to meet with people that are already in the program, the acceptance committee, etc...
one step closer, mayne.
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congrats
fontaine
Got some more good news...
I took my last final in my MBA program and I am officially done! The ceremony is not until May of 2015, but I receive my degree in December. Feels so good man .
Next up, I plan to take a few online courses to meet my accounting hours requirement to sit for the CPA.
fontaine
Got some more good news...
I took my last final in my MBA program and I am officially done! The ceremony is not until May of 2015, but I receive my degree in December. Feels so good man
. Next up, I plan to take a few online courses to meet my accounting hours requirement to sit for the CPA.
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