Why get work experience before enrolling for MBA

B-Schools are increasingly roping in a number of younger and lesser-experienced MBA aspirants.Ross Geraghty delves deeper into this trend while mentioning that it is still advisable to gain considerable work experience before enrolling for a business programme.

Unlike for most educational courses, for an admission to an MBA course,a minimum of three years of work experience in a managerial role is crucial. This figure can be higher in some cases.

In rare cases will a institute accept recent graduates. This, too, is done for exceptionally talented students.

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Experience

A practical experience in a particular business will definitely be of immense help for a starter. However, if you do not have such experience, then try and get some in any practical activity related to your product, or similar products. Collect as much information as possible before you launch your business.

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