@Pai,
Jump ship?! So fast watch Pirates of the Caribbean oredi ah?! Anyhow, it's not true current employers do not value your new 'love'. In time, opportunities will arise and you'll be given a chance to go for it - obviously, if your current employer's got no idea you're taking an MBA out there, it's a different story altogether.

I could also perhaps be a lil too positive at times?! But hey, that's good isn't it?!

@noisyarsenic,
Yes, take ur IELTS while ur working, and just before you put in your application for your MBA. Actual IELTS test takes place on Saturdays so if u work Sats u just need to take the day off. And if I remember right, u should be done by lunch time.

No point to take the IELTS now because:-
1) U may not end up taking the MBA 3 years from now
2) IELTS will be invalid by then
3) U may not be required to do an English proficiency test depending on your previous degree

@Joker339,
Most Business Schools will require GMAT - obviously, as you've mentioned there are also a 'select many' who doesn't look at GMAT to determine entry requirement. In the past, GMAT was required for those who wanted to pursue their MBA at UM - I've no idea if this is still applicable today. If they haven't changed their course structure, I would highly recommend you stay away from it - it's more Academically driven than it is practical driven.

I haven't gone through the MBS MBA requirements but I do believe GMAT would be required. Normally, GMAT scores are required for US/UK based uni's for graduate studies related to Business. The rest takes the GRE if I'm not mistaken (am not sure if this is applicable for UK uni's but it's applicable for US based uni's).

You're most right about ensuring the peers in your class are of certain 'ahem' (calibre? *shrugs*). Over the phone with MBS MBA, I did ask about their enrolment and other information but she said those were confidential - I suppose if I truly was interested and met up with Programme Head, she probably would have released some information.... like u, I find that most important.

I also took into consideration the course structure, contact hours (it doesn't necessarily mean the more contact hours the better it is - cause sometimes u may just not have the time to attend them all), facilitators, resources, etc. A 'weird' criteria I had was 'location' of school cause I didn't wanna travel too far ! kEKekKEkekk but that's just me... *weirdo*

Joker339,
I don't know about Nottingham's requirements but I'm surprised if GMAT's not needed - it's good though cause it's a real hassle having to sit for an additional exam just to gain entry..... waste of time & money.. If wanna test, call me in for an interview and access from there lah *g*

I did post the fees for the coming intake for the MBS MBA (RM75k after the 25% bursary). Next intake will be RM100k (but who knows if they'll offer another 25% bursary then *shrugs*). Anyhow, if U want more details, I could redirect the email which was sent to me - just PM me your email address.

If ur thinking of an MBA, u'll HAVE to find the time and I'm sure u be able to find it - it is afterall priorities and time management - something MOST managers should know *g* [then again, knowing and not practising it is another matter altogether!] hEHehehEHeheh

@Joker339,
I haven't gone through GMATs so unable to comment - haven't done much research on what it includes but I definitely do NOT look forward to the Maths part *g* - am a little slow in that area... Let's hope I won't ever need to take it - and if i do, I'll surely look you up here for some advise, if needed

Have forwarded the MBS MBA info to ur email address

@xtremesportx,
I'm not too sure about the 3 MBA programs conducted by MIM - if my memory doesn't fail me, and now that u mentioned it, I've heard about the RMIT-MBA program being available in MY in the past - I didn't pursue for more information though due to some reasons *shrugs - can't remember*

I know of an acquaintance who pursued the Maastricht-MBA (but I don't recall it being offered by MIM - it was another 'school' I think) and if the program is conducted in the same manner, I believe you'll need to spend a short semester (probably something like a Summer programme) on campus at Maastricht. I remember having the Maastricht-MBA shortlisted but I wasn't too keen on travelling too far for classes *I did mention I've 'weird' selection criterias* - plus, I wouldn't have been able to have taken the X weeks off to go over to the campus; and that was compulsory for graduation.

Best is to contact MIM and speak to the respective people in charge. Find out about the course structure and shortlist which you think you prefer. Good Luck! How much's the Maastricht-MBA now btw? And, the RMIT-MBA?

@IamDaryl,
The Maastrich-MBA i was referring to in my earlier posting's from University of Maastrich. No further research was done on my part to find out if Maastrich School of Management is affiliated to University of Maastrich.

@xtremesportx,
It'll be good for u to do some research - it's not difficult especially since u just need to do an online search - haf fun researching into it and good luck!

Top MBA in Australia should be the one by AGSM (Australia Graduate School of Management). Am not too sure about Uni SA's MBA program but it's worth giving it a go. Uni SA with ITD also offers the DBA program if I'm not mistaken

@LemonTea,
If one wants to put what he's learnt into his every day life, he can. The only trouble with us is we don't !

@Savor_Savvy,
Corporate Masters in MBA? That's new to me - could it be the subjects, hence a different stream? Most MBAs out there are just MBAs or Executive MBAs - but Corporate MBA is not something I've heard of before.... wanna share their course structure and outline with us?

@Savor_Savvy,
Well, keep us updated when U get the information. I'm not really out there seeking for an MBA, or a Corporate MBA so I shall leave all the seeking of information and research to those who's interested

@liez,
Yes, an LLB will be suffice to get you enrolled into an MBA program

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jul 31 2007, 04:35 PM

MBA by research? Normally, postgraduate studies like Masters by research are meant for academias and not practitioners. No, I haven't heard of an MBA by research, and honestly I find it weird for a school to offer one

@rubicube,
I hate to say this but I don't think one can really 'STUDY' how to be an Entrepreneur. Anyhow, I suggest you look into the course outline and structure as well as subjects you will be undertaking to check if it's relevant to what you want to study.

Which local college is it from btw? I think i did flip through an Entrepreneur MBA but as I'm not in the market for a local MBA, I don't pay too much attention to MBA ads.

@arsenal,
Better in what sense?! And, are we looking at 'best' here based on course structure/outline/ranking/cheap fees?

@rubicube,
Yes I saw the ad in the Star earlier when I was flipping through the papers - didn't pay much attention to it other than the information u've provided here *grins*

You want a short-cut MBA? In dat case, go for an MBA which is EASY to pass! Don't bother about those with exams cause it's better to find one where u just need to put in assignments and get someone to do ur assignment for u *grins*

@rubicube,
U said u wanted a short-cut MBA. I'm not recommending nor suggesting u find someone to get ur assignments done for u, but it's really entirely up to you *muAhaHAahA* I've heard of people asking others to write their thesises and assignments for them. Personally, I wouldn't coz as much as I want the MBA behind my name, I'll make sure it really belongs to me and not someone else

I ain't doing much research on MBAs these days but i'm sure u'll be able to find many courses - just do a search; btw why not check out those 'spam mails' frequently received about obtaining a degree easily online? *grins* Just make sure u do get the piece of paper after spending the $

@arthurlwf,
There's a reason why there are certain costs to a 'reputable' MBA - ever heard of the phrase, "Pay peanuts, get monkeys?"

If you are of the opinion that the MBA is merely a piece of paper and entrance to a better future, then by all means just go obtain that piece of paper - and take the easiest route in obtaining it; you may not learn much though. Whilst there are cost concerns and constraints, i think it's important who the facilitators are [they may not be well recognised but as long as they've got the substance and are able to impart knowledge and experience to you]. I am also of the opinion that it's important to know who your other course/class mates will be; how many years of experience? in what industry? position?

@rubicube,
Obtaining an MBA doesn't necessarily mean you're 'qualified' for a higher paid job. It also doesn't guarantee a higher salary. The thing about most students is that we don't put into practise what we're taught - a lot of things we've learnt in the past, we're actually utilising today; u may not realise it but it's true - think about it.

@DarReNz,
A fellow forumer's oredi answered the question u posed for me *grins*

@tishaban,
I don't think it's just 'some' industries. Also, there's always a reason why some MBAs are more reputable than others and the reasoning of costs. It's good to have the $ to spend on the highly reputable MBAs and for those who like tish has absolutely no problems gaining entry into one, I'm sure there's a bright future ahead; i wouldn't recommend it if you intend to venture out on your own when you complete your MBA - yes you would have the networking in place but the $ spend on the education can be put to better use.

And thanks for the elaboration on the 'networking' part If people think it's the same as just getting to know people on LYN and posting on forums then well, I rest my case

@arthurlwf,
I'm not speaking from an academician's view point. Yes it's true we don't put all theories to use but we do make use of the basic 'foundation pillars'. To start giving examples I would have to spend the whole night typing [and I've better use of my time, especially since I've a deadline tomorrow hence need to look into some other matters after this post]. Obviously, there will be some irrelevant stuff but there's no harm learning about it - it just gives u a broader view and makes you look at things from a different perspective.

@rubicube,
If obtaining an MBA is the only way to go in order for you to climb the corporate ladder, it doesn't seem as if u've a choice - at RM120k p/annum your salary is pretty high but would it also be due to sales commission? Also, bear in mind that when you climb up the ladder, your remuneration package will change and commission may be eliminated; your perks are different. The top sales person in the organisation may just earn more than the Division Head *shrugs*

At the end of the day, it's entirely up to an individual - for me, I think it's time to RETIRE !!