Finding jobs at MBA is like dating and its brutal
In the world of dating, people often say that if you have a great personality, take care of yourself, and are charming, you'll find love and have a fulfilling romantic life. However, if you examine the dynamics more closely, you’ll notice that many of the fundamental requirements for dating are subtly implied. Women, for example, don’t just want a charming, nice, and wealthy man, they want someone who’s attractive and tall, in addition to being charming, nice, and wealthy.
Now, you might wonder how this relates to job searching. Well, companies, when they say they’re looking for a driven, collaborative, and hardworking candidate, don’t mean just any candidate. They’re looking for someone with the most prestigious name racked on their resume like someone from Google or McKinsey, with an undergrad degree from Brown. Simply being at a top MBA program doesn’t guarantee success. It might get you a friendly pat on the back, but not much more.
You might think this is obvious, but many people here believe that earning an MBA from a prestigious school will automatically open doors to a successful business career. I was one of those people too. I just think a little reality check could help those who believe that getting an MBA will solve all their problems. Just like in dating, an MBA can often be seen as just a great haircut—assuming you already have hair and a good-looking face.