u/Competitive_Gate373

I’m trying to decide between several FTMBA programs and would love to hear perspectives from current students, alumni, or anyone familiar with these schools.

Background:

• International student
• Biotech / healthcare research background (have around 3 years of industry experience)
• Interested in pivoting into healthcare strategy, business development, consulting, or broader business roles after MBA
• Long-term interested in healthcare/biopharma, but also want flexibility if I eventually pivot industries or even start something myself (was thinking of personal care, but nothing planned yet)

Current admits:

• Boston University Questrom (Health Sector MBA) + scholarship
• Northeastern MBA + scholarship
• Babson College MBA + scholarship

Still waiting:

• USC Marshall
• UCLA Anderson

1. Assuming I got into all 5, which would you choose and why?

2. If only considering the three from Boston, which would you pick?

I’d especially love perspectives on:

• Alumni network strength
• Career outcomes/recruiting
• Entrepreneurship/startup exposure
• Location (Boston vs LA)
• School culture / collaboration
• Brand reputation long-term