[Anonymous]

I was just wondering if anyone knows any CPAs who have gone on to receive MBAs from a top 25 program after working in public accounting?? I’m thinking that a big decision i’ll need to make a few years down the road is whether I want to pursue an MBA. I would only do so if I got into a top ~25 program.

*My main goal from pursuing an MBA would be to change from an accounting related career to either management consulting or corporate finance. I know corporate finance would be achievable without pursing an MBA and transitioning to industry, and that would probably be my alternative choice. Granted, my whole mentality may change 3 or 4 years from now so who knows.

[fuzyfro89]

See how your job goes for the next few years. If you are a to performer and are getting headhunter for good positions in industry, hold off for a year or two. Then, take the GMAT and see what range you fall in. Then, make the cost/benefit decision once you're ready.

A big mistake would be to go too early and not have a clear goal for using your MBA. It's expensive, but worth it for the right career move.

[Mayo]

+1 @fuzyfro89.

Random note, I always read your username as “fuzzy frog” in my head.

Mayo, BBA, Macc

[Mayo]

+1 @fuzyfro89.

Random note, I always read your username as “fuzzy frog” in my head.

Mayo, BBA, Macc

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