Hi All!
I've recently began studying for my GMAT, and I'm looking to begin an online MBA program in the Fall of 2013, after my wedding. I've researched this for a few months, and I thought I'd get the question out to some experts.
I have 3.5 years of full time work experience, and am hoping for a GMAT score of 600-650 (scoring 550 or so on practice exams). I live and work in NYC, but will moving to NJ in May. With a wedding, new home purchase, and a full time job on my plate, I thought the idea of an online MBA would be excellent!
Here's the caveat, I was caught cheating (plagiarism) in my senior year of college and suspended for four (4) semesters. This was a decision I highly regret, and it's obviously severely hindered any possibility of being admitted to a top graduate program. During my suspension, I became involved in Hillel (Jewish organization), worked two jobs to keep myself in Orlando, FL, and lost about 60 pounds. Since I utilized my suspension to make positive changes in my life, the suspension was cut in half, and I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
I've tried to distance myself from my earlier discretion, and am hoping my work experience, GMAT score, recommendations, and essays will still allow my the opportunity to go back to school.
My first question is, do I have a chance of getting into an AASCB school? I applied to Nova Southeastern University and was admitted, but based on it's reputation, I'm not sure if I would even waste my time.
I plan on applying to Florida State University (my parents' alma mater), Rowan University in NJ, University of Nebraska - Lincoln, and SE Missouri State (cheapest option).
Do I have a legitimate chance of getting into any of these programs? I began to work on an application to UNC, but I can't imagine I'd get in, plus it's about 90K.
Money isn't a huge issue, as I'd like to get into the best school possible. I'm open to doing a part time, in class MBA at Seton Hall or Fairleigh Dickinson, but would rather do the online option. I'm most interested in Business Analytics/Project Management, and am going for my MBA to open up new job opportunities, as I'm currently an Account Executive at a direct marketing agency and would like to get out of sales, and more into a management/analyst role.
Sorry for the lengthy post, but I'd REALLY appreciate anyone's insight and/or advice. Thank you in advance!
I've recently began studying for my GMAT, and I'm looking to begin an online MBA program in the Fall of 2013, after my wedding. I've researched this for a few months, and I thought I'd get the question out to some experts.
I have 3.5 years of full time work experience, and am hoping for a GMAT score of 600-650 (scoring 550 or so on practice exams). I live and work in NYC, but will moving to NJ in May. With a wedding, new home purchase, and a full time job on my plate, I thought the idea of an online MBA would be excellent!
Here's the caveat, I was caught cheating (plagiarism) in my senior year of college and suspended for four (4) semesters. This was a decision I highly regret, and it's obviously severely hindered any possibility of being admitted to a top graduate program. During my suspension, I became involved in Hillel (Jewish organization), worked two jobs to keep myself in Orlando, FL, and lost about 60 pounds. Since I utilized my suspension to make positive changes in my life, the suspension was cut in half, and I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
I've tried to distance myself from my earlier discretion, and am hoping my work experience, GMAT score, recommendations, and essays will still allow my the opportunity to go back to school.
My first question is, do I have a chance of getting into an AASCB school? I applied to Nova Southeastern University and was admitted, but based on it's reputation, I'm not sure if I would even waste my time.
I plan on applying to Florida State University (my parents' alma mater), Rowan University in NJ, University of Nebraska - Lincoln, and SE Missouri State (cheapest option).
Do I have a legitimate chance of getting into any of these programs? I began to work on an application to UNC, but I can't imagine I'd get in, plus it's about 90K.
Money isn't a huge issue, as I'd like to get into the best school possible. I'm open to doing a part time, in class MBA at Seton Hall or Fairleigh Dickinson, but would rather do the online option. I'm most interested in Business Analytics/Project Management, and am going for my MBA to open up new job opportunities, as I'm currently an Account Executive at a direct marketing agency and would like to get out of sales, and more into a management/analyst role.
Sorry for the lengthy post, but I'd REALLY appreciate anyone's insight and/or advice. Thank you in advance!
