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Which schools are right? What types of candidates do recruiters really want?

According to QS TopMBA.com Recruiter Research, the most popular MBA experience range was 1-4 years amongst MBA recruiters in the USA and 4-8 years experience amongst MBA recruiters in Europe.
It seems there are structural differences in the profile of MBAs sought by employers on each side of the Atlantic.

Many women are finding age requirements may hold them back from achieving their educational and career goals, as they may prefer to have a family at a younger age, yet after completing their studies. Twenty-three year-old Silvia Petkova, a current MBA student at City University, had less than one year post-Bachelor's employment under her belt before commencing business school, in order to utilise 'MBA skills' to build her family's current business. Silvia, like many ambitious women, decided to complete her MBA at an early age in order to get a head-start on her career, before she decides to have a family and take time off.

The answer may also depend not only on the individual, but on his/her choice of sector. As investment banks boom once again, they are seeking younger and younger MBAs to meet their rapidly growing employment targets. Sales and Marketing is another field which is willing to look at younger MBAs, particularly in the USA, where the qualification is very much an entry requirement for the sector.

By contrast, consultancy is one field known for demanding significant prior work experience. Damir Latte, Recruitment Consultant at Global Workplace (specialist in Management Consultancy) says, "Candidates for consultancy roles ideally need 3 to 5 years relevant work experience. For those with none or very little relevant experience, consultancy positions are out of the question; however, if they are good they could be considered for analyst roles."

All in all, while some industries may have stricter guidelines in terms of years of work experience required, it may no longer be your past but your potential which counts - particularly in a buoyant job market. Strong team-playing and analytical skills, and the drive to succeed in a tough business climate may surpass age boundaries.

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Marie Field
Website: www.topmba.com