u/No_Pepper4707

Hi everyone,

Would appreciate some honest advice on my profile and goals.

I’m an Indian dentist with ~4 years of experience across private dental practice and as a medical advisor at a healthcare insurance TPA. My_qualifications: BDS.

Post-MBA, I’m aiming for healthcare consulting, pharma/healthcare strategy, or general consulting roles — ideally in Europe or the Middle East for a few years before potentially returning to India.

I’ve recently interviewed with IE Business School and ESADE Business School and am trying to understand the realistic outcomes.

A few things I’d love insight on:

•Are IE/ESADE good choices for my goals and background?

•How difficult is it for non-EU internationals to get consulting or healthcare-related jobs after these MBAs?

•Between IE and ESADE, which is stronger for consulting, healthcare/pharma exposure, and international mobility?

•Would the ROI make sense if the goal is to build a career in Europe or the Middle East afterward?

One important point: I don’t currently speak Spanish, but if I decide to attend, I fully plan to learn it seriously.

Not targeting investment banking or ultra-high finance — more interested in strong long-term healthcare/business opportunities internationally.

Would really appreciate perspectives from alumni, recruiters, or anyone familiar with these schools and markets. Thanks!

Hi everyone,

Would appreciate some honest advice on my profile and goals.

I’m an Indian dentist with ~4 years of experience across private dental practice and as a medical advisor at a healthcare insurance TPA.

Post-MBA, I’m aiming for healthcare consulting, pharma/healthcare strategy, or general consulting roles — ideally in Europe or the Middle East for a few years before potentially returning to India.

I’ve recently interviewed with IE Business School and ESADE Business School and am trying to understand the realistic outcomes.

A few things I’d love insight on:

•Are IE/ESADE good choices for my goals and background?

•How difficult is it for non-EU internationals to get consulting or healthcare-related jobs after these MBAs?

•Between IE and ESADE, which is stronger for consulting, healthcare/pharma exposure, and international mobility?

•Would the ROI make sense if the goal is to build a career in Europe or the Middle East afterward?

One important point: I don’t currently speak Spanish, but if I decide to attend, I fully plan to learn it seriously.

Not targeting investment banking or ultra-high finance, more interested in strong long-term healthcare/business opportunities internationally.

Would really appreciate perspectives from alumni, recruiters, or anyone familiar with these schools and markets. Thanks!

Hi everyone,

Would appreciate some honest advice on my profile and goals.

I’m an Indian dentist with ~5 years of experience across private dental practice and as a medical advisor at a healthcare insurance company.

Post-MBA, I’m aiming for healthcare consulting, pharma/healthcare strategy, or general consulting roles — ideally in Europe or the Middle East for a few years before potentially returning to India.

I’ve recently interviewed with IE Business School and ESADE Business School and am trying to understand the realistic outcomes.

A few things I’d love insight on:

• Are IE/ESADE good choices for my goals and background?

• How difficult is it for non-EU internationals to get consulting or healthcare-related jobs after these MBAs?

• Between IE and ESADE, which is stronger for consulting, healthcare/pharma exposure, and international mobility?

• Would the ROI make sense if the goal is to build a career in Europe or the Middle East afterward?

One important point: I don’t currently speak Spanish, but if I decide to attend, I fully plan to learn it seriously.

Not targeting investment banking or ultra-high finance, more interested in strong long-term healthcare/business opportunities internationally.

Would really appreciate perspectives from alumni, recruiters, or anyone familiar with these schools and markets. Thanks!