Yale School of Management
MBAFair 2024 chat transcript
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2024 Chat Transcript:
Yale
Wishing you all the best of success in your MBA journeys!
Yale
Any last questions? In any case, thank you all for your time. I am available to answer any questions via email [email protected]. Please do attend the happy hour with Ziv on July 11th in Tel Aviv!
Yale
@Abramov I think it is one of the best things about the school. It is very collaborative and diverse. Even in the most competitive career tracks, students support each other. 50% of our class are people with international or dual citizenships...truly global
Abramov
What is the student culture like??
Yale
@Guy I recommend reaching out to one of the members of the partner's club on the student ambassador page: https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/admissions/student-ambassadors You can also reach out to Ziv Levi who is a recent Israeli grad who moved to New Haven with his spouse. [email protected]
Yale
@Guy We have a really robust Partners Club at SOM and spouses are very much part of the community - participating in activities and even auditing classes if they like. The partners club has organized resources to help people coming with partners and families navigate the move and find everything they need in New Haven. New Haven is also a really comfortable place to live.
Giat
thanks
Yale
@Giat Well, I think we are all a bit concerned on these fronts. What I can say is that SOM has a fully staffed Career Development office that both works with students to help them find the best roles based on their interests but also working directly with employers to understand where the demand is and maintaining those relationships. Our Alumni are also a HUGE resource to support students in their career success.
Guy
Do you have special activities for students' spouses?
Yale
@Harel It is possible. There are opportunities to be a research or teaching assistant to a professor or an admissions fellow, etc. I suggest keeping any employment limited to your interests and not take up too much of your time so that you can make the most of your 2 years on campus
Giat
Hi, I really want to come to Yale, but afraid the administration changes or the job market changes...
What career services are provided during and after the MBA?
Harel
Hi! Can I do part-time job while studying at Yale?
Yale
Other resources for everyone. Connect with a student ambassador - these are current students that have volunteers to help prospective students like you. You can search by industry or club: https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/admissions/student-ambassadors
Yale
@Noa You will have a summer internship and this is a great opportunity for work - and moving to the next level
Yale
@Noa It is possible, but I don't recommend it. The MBA program is intense and it's also a unique time for you to explore and network. This is going to be valuable in your career success in the long run so I suggest making the most of that time and not being burdened with other work responsiblities...
Noa
Is it possible to work during the full-time program?
Yale
Don't be shy if you have any questions....about SOM, about the application, about living in New Haven
Yale
@everyone - please feel free to reach out to me directly afterwards [email protected]. Also, highly recommend you join some of our events.... https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/admissions/mba-admissions-events
Yale
@Eyal The train ride is just under 2 hours each way. Courses are only Monday-Thursday. So, yes, it is possible but I would not recommend it. You would miss out on a lot of the social events and opportunities to bond with your classmates. Maybe consider being on campus for M-Th and returning to NY on the weekend?
Yale
@Sofer It is very common for people to use an MBA to pivot career-wise. I had 10 years of work experience before my MBA so I know the feeling! What is helpful is that you articulate how you have already started to think about what it will take to make the pivot. What skills are transferable and what will you need to learn during your MBA.
Eyal
Hi, can I live in NY and make it every day to Yale?
Yale
@Yossi We try to make the space and provide the resources for you to get as involved as you want to do. You definitely can start a club, organize a conference or event. We have specific staff and 2nd year students that will support you in that process.
Yale
@Abramov We pride ourselves on the diversity of our student body and their diverse interests so even though our employment report looks very similar to other top business schools there is greater diversity within each category - for example in consulting we have many students in government, nonprofit and impact investing that many of our peers.
Sofer
have 11 years of experience. My post-MBA goal is to switch careers. Is it recommended to apply to the two year program?
Yale
@Jonathan Thank you for this question. It has certainly been a challenging year. I know the administration has been proactive in supporting Israeli students and making space for dialogue. I would like you to get a student perspective from our recent graduate Ziv Levi [email protected]. There is also this center that is an important resource for the Jewish community on campus: https://slifkacenter.org/
Noa
Is there any difference in Round 1 or Round 2 applications? Admission or scholarship wise?
Yossi
hi, regarding student involvement - how does that work. of course I would love to manage a club, and do stuff, but is that practical in the first year?
Yale
@Moti That is okay, Not everyone has the time for extracurriculars. If you don't have them we will lean more on other aspects of your application
Yale
@Noam Finestone About 30% of the class comes with a partner but I don't know exactly for parents...but it is fairly large. The Partners Club is a great resource and helps you identify schools, child care, healthcare, etc.
Yale
@Noam Finestone No difference between R1 or R2 for scholarships. R3 is harder to predict.
Yale
@Noam Finestone From day one at SOM, you will start the process of working with the Career Development office and the professional clubs https://som.yale.edu/the-som-experience/life-at-yale-som/student-clubs-affinity-groups to start networking, defining your targets, meeting with alumni to land internships. We have career treks to NY or Boston or eslewhere depending on the industry.
Abramov
Can you share insights into the industries and companies where Yale graduates typically find employment?
Jonathan
Shalom Yale. I know there is a strong Jewish community at Yale. have recent events and campus demonstrations shaped this community? would I feel safe at Yale?
Yale
@Noam Finestone This is definitely a growing space in terms of demand and employment. There is some information in the employment report: https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/career-paths/employment-report-2022-23 but I also recommend connecting with a student ambassador that is in this space: https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/admissions/student-ambassadors
Moti
I do not have any substantial extracurriculars. Can this be compensated in any manner?
Yale
@Chen Yes, absolutely, there are quite a few options. https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/integrated-curriculum/global-study Check out the exchange programs on this page
Yale
@Abramov you score is reviewed in context of your other academic indicators - undergraduate grades and quantitative experience in your professional experience.
Chen
Is there an option for international student exchange?
Noam Finestone
Hi Yale SOM Team,
I have reviewed Yale's website and have a few questions:
1. Coming from a fintech background, I am interested in learning about post-MBA career placement in this industry.
2. What types of field work / internships you offer to learn from top leaders?
3. As making a social impact is highly important to me, I would like to know what kind of on-campus activities you have that support this goal.
4. Is there any difference in the chances of receiving a full scholarship between Round 1 and Round 2 of applications?
5. I would appreciate learning more about the percentage of parents in your full two-year programs.
Thank you!
Noam Finestone
Yale
@Abramov There is no target or minimum score but I would say it is good to try to be in the 80% range of admitted students if possible. https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/admissions/class-profile
Yale
@Itai There are faculty providing focused courses to support entrepreneurs as well https://som.yale.edu/centers/program-on-entrepreneurship/curriculum
Yale
@Itai SOM and Yale overall have made a lot of investments in entrepreneurship. https://som.yale.edu/centers/program-on-entrepreneurship/resources
Abramov
What score should I target for my GMAT since there are no waivers?
Yale
If you have not been in touch already, I highly recommend connecting with our recent alumnus, Ziv Levi [email protected]. He will be hosting a Yale SOM sponsored happy hour on July 11th in Tel Aviv
Itai
Hi, what entrepreneurship courses and programs do you offer? Do you encourage working on a venture while studying at your MBA program?
Yale
@Abramov No, we do not have any GMAT waivers
Yale
@Omri There are full scholarship but they are exceedingly rare.
Omri
THANKS
Abramov
Hey are there any GMAT waivers?
Yale
@Omri No preference on our end for GRE/GMAT. The only exception is if you are applying for a joint degree and it is possible the other program only accepts the GRE
Omri
are there full scholarships as well?
Yale
@Omri We do not have a special scholarship for Israeli's but all candidates are eligible for our general pool of scholarship funds
kk
Thank you so much!
Yale
@Itai no preference - I recommend taking a practice test of both and see which you prefer
Yale
10. Yes, GMAT or GRE scores are required
Yale
9. here is the employment report: https://som.yale.edu/programs/mba/career-paths/employment-report-2022-23
Yale
7. you can balance your quant score with your undergraduate academics or the work experience you have using quant skills. You can also consider taking a course in stats or microeconomics
Omri
Hi Yale and thanks for answering these questions
Any special scholarships for Israeli candidates?
And I heard the GRE is not seen the same as the GMAT. I am debating between the two, anything you can highlight on this?
Itai
Do you have a preferences between the GMAT and the GRE test?
Yale
5/6 we do require either the GMAT or GRE in the application but we don't require a language proficiency test
Yale
4. leadership experience in undergrad is important but it is considered as an "activity" not professional experience.
Yale
3. we do not have a deferred MBA program
Yale
2, you can explain work transitions. life happens and we understand that
Yale
@kk 1, there is no minimum work experience.
kk
Hi, good evening!!
Please help me these questions
1. I have a work-ex of 2 years in different organizations. is this accepted? what is the Minimum work years required to get into MBA program?
2. I have work ex in Bank of America but I left it to come back to my hometown and currently working at Charted Accountant firm, while preparing for exams, Do this impact negatively?
3.Do you have option of deferred MBA if work ex is less than what is required?
4.Is leadership positions at undergraduate college counts as work ex (professional experience) or not?
5.Is there any other masters degree related to finance, management, accounting or entrepreneurship Which do not require GMAT/GRE. only standardized tests TOEFL/IELTS
6. GMAT / GRE a must to get into MBA program?
7.If I scored less in GMAT- Quant section. Will any other quantitative skills value in place of that?
8. Is there any way I can send CV for scrutinizing if before applying so that I can improve and meet college requirements yes can you please share?
9. will you please share emplyoment report?
10. Gmat/Gre are compulsory for MBA program?
Yale
Hi everyone, thank you for joining Yale SOM today for the MBA Fair in Israel! If you have any questions about SOM, please feel free to ask them here. We look forward to speaking with you today.
You can also join Ziv, our alumnus from the class of 2024, for an Ask Me Anything session at the following link:
https://yale.zoom.us/j/94763014010?pwd=CzUaqZjhc67H2x26qZ6yrku7SGjidd.1