Is an MBA Worth It? (IVY League WHARTON Business School EXPERIENCE)

Initially I thought it was worth it because it opened doors in a professional sense right out of school. A few years later it seemed like it was worth it because of the toolbox of skills one leaves school with. But in the long term, it seems like it was worth it because I usually had the belief that I could tackle any problem. Plus, where else but business school can you sit though an evening class while drinking a beer from a company reception and listening to Oprah giving weekly lessons on leadership?

Very informative video and thank you for being objective. Good luck for your future Patrick! Hope you create more such life / informative videos

Hi Patrick, thanks for this video! I was genuinely impressed with the honesty that you put in your motivations as well as the pros and cons, and some of them really got me reflecting. I'm actually at the stage in my career where I'm considering applying for MBA programs (mostly in the US for a perspective other than European where I come from), and I believe that we share some of the background - I'm not necessarily looking to break into any industry (most likely, I would be sponsored by a consulting firm), and by the time that I start the 1st year, I will have been married. I start having second thoughts if MBA really makes sense for me, as I'm not seeking to make hundreds of friends or learn business principles (having prior MSc in International Management). At this point I'm mostly oriented towards learning the American business culture, making business connections and possibly working towards being a business professor in the future - as you put it nicely, I'm more interested in the journey rather than the end. I'm wondering now - would you expect your return on this investment to be much more visible by the time you're 50 than it is now, to make it really worth it?

thank you so much for insight patrick

Really Informative video, could you make a comprehensive video on what exactly you did or how you approached the admission process to get in from A to Z (from GMATs to essays).

It’s whatever you make out of it 💪🏽 Cool video :)

Very interesting perspective!

Very nice video. Can tell there was a lot of introspection

Patrick I could resonate with this.. there was definitely a misalignment regarding reality vs expectations with Wharton/Lauder 😂. At the end of the day I don’t regret it though!

Great review. Know a few more friends who did same Wharton Lauder dual. You didn’t want IB after? Curious what your post MBA goals were coming in and how changed

Thank you for the informative and honest video ! What was the general experience of your international classmates - did they also find that an MBA is worth it overall ?

Went to another school for mba - also realized that I didn’t need an mba to do what you want, but then realized that I could have only really understood that by going through the program.

Hi Patrick loved your video! I am an aspiring MBA myself and find myself at a crossroad. I'll have 4 years at 29 years old in procurement/supply chain with 3 different companies. I want to apply this year with a 660 gmat(or next year w/ a higher GMAT), 3.7 GPA to some of the schools in southern CA where I reside now. Most of my experience is technical IT work and projects for companies like Exxon and Aerospace and Defense, but want to get into top Finance jobs with Asia connections(my heritage). would you get a higher score or full send now!?

Thanks for the direct delivery and truth in your video. I recently transitioned to a sales role selling homes on a local real estate team. Do you think an MBA is worth it if you are already someone who is a really good networker? Like are there other ways to build this equivalent network without going through the MBA?

Love it

Hi Patrick! This video put so many things in perspective for me, so thank you! I’m 26 years old and recently decided to pursue an MBA. I should be 27 by the time I get in a programme, do you think this is too late? Would I be older than most of my cohort?

How would you view it as someone coming from a non business background? I went to Upenn undergrad but I regret my major choices and I think a career change interests me. Would the academics take over the social aspect? I dont mean to ask how hard are classes but would having to learn everything business wise take all my time?

from what I've seen the MBA is most worth it for people who kinda messed up during undergrad and then want a second chance at recruiting into traditionally high paying jobs like consulting, banking, tech PM, like I know a couple people who went from around 90k TC to 300k TC after their MBA because of the switch into a more lucrative field like IB

Hi Patrick, Thank you so much for your sharing 🎉. I am considering getting an MBA for job opportunities. I am moving to the US with bachelor degree from another country. Part of the video, you mentioned that if I knew exactly what I wanted for career, there are faster and cheaper ways than MBA. Could you share with me some ideas for what those ways are. Plus, any advice for my situation? Thank you so much for your kindness! 🎉

Hey Patrick! I really like your videos. You’ve accomplished so many great things which I dream to achieve soon (pursuing my MBA). Is there any chance to talk to you? I’m from Mexico!