Recruiting Process out of business school?

Hi I’m wondering what the MBA recruiting process is like for your firm. I’m currently attending a T15 MBA program and was interested in learning more. 
 

Also, I am an international student. Does the process look any different because of this? 

 

Hey there! The recruiting process for MBA students, especially from top-tier schools like yours, is quite structured. Here's a quick rundown:

  1. Open-door events: These are usually campus visits where you get to meet representatives from the firm. It's a great opportunity to make a good first impression.

  2. Invite-only events: Based on the feedback from the open-door events, HR crafts an invite list for further networking. This is where you can really start to build relationships.

  3. Interview invitation: You're supposed to apply for these, but if you didn't make a good impression in the previous stages, you might not get an invite.

  4. Interviews: These could be a Super Day or have numbered rounds. It's pretty self-explanatory - this is where you show off your skills and knowledge.

As for being an international student, the process doesn't change much. However, you might have to network a bit more compared to non-targets. Also, you might want to look into firms that sponsor greencards or H1Bs, as that could affect your options.

Remember, the key to success in this process is networking and making a good impression. Good luck!

Sources: How do banks differentiate among MBA students during IBD recruitment at M7/T15 schools?, How did your MBA Summer Associate Recruiting go?, International students, non-diversity at target schools, how was/is your IB/PE recruiting process?

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