22/11/2024
It takes an extra push to stand out from the crowd. We caught up with our Global Online MBA Head of Careers to find out how.
Here’s the sad truth: if you don’t know what to do with it, you might as well not have one. Fortunately, we’re optimists at IE Business School. We know that the most exciting career paths are only accessible with a top MBA degree. And we’re committed to making sure your job opportunities match up with your education. After a quick look at the difficulties that lead to asking “what can I do with my MBA”, we’ll present some solutions and career paths—while proving why our Talent & Careers team make the Global Online MBA best-in-class.
Likely challenges you will encounter while studying for an MBA
While taking on an MBA is a hugely rewarding experience, you should be prepared for the ups and downs. Here are some challenges you’ll likely face when studying your postgraduate business degree.
Saturated job markets
According to Poets and Quants there were some 250,000 people studying for an MBA in 2022. This means the business degree is a key player in the job market It also means more competition in the job market. How can you differentiate yourself against thousands with similar credentials?
Limited networking opportunities
Nepotism is one thing. A scarcity of recruiting opportunities is another. Subpar MBA programs won’t offer you support to find a job. Does it matter how good your grades are if nobody’s there to see them?
High expectations
Great expectations lead to great disappointments. There’s pressure to move up the career ladder when you graduate. And if you don’t? It’s easy to get disheartened as classmates get snapped up by recruiters—who’s going to fight your corner and keep you motivated?
Talent & Careers services for the Global Online MBA
At IE Business School, we ensure you’re first in line for opportunity. Our Talent & Careers team will tackle any problem you encounter. We’ve compiled a list of key services according to Global Online MBA Head of Careers Juan Pablo Rodríguez to show how you’ll stay top of the pile upon graduating.
Quality advice
We support Global Online MBA student with various advisors—experts on sectors, and experts on regions. This provides a specific, global outlook to identify where you fit in the market. We also collaborate with alumni in key positions at various companies to help you during recruitment processes.
Direction for when you’re feeling lost
We help you find your feet. “Design Your Life” is a Stanford-certified model which you complete to find the jobs that would make you happier, along with our “Career Leader” assessment. We also organize 1-to-1 and group sessions to guide you during your job hunt. The best thing? Every session is recorded, so you watch everything back when needed.
Tools to optimize your material
The groundbreaking BMOC tool provides insights on your CV using Artificial Intelligence, providing scores that can be improved upon with edits. You’ll also have access to personalized pathways to reach your dream job, along with job search groups to gain moral support from others in similar positions.
Networking events
Global Online MBA students at IE Business School enjoy the best opportunities. On MBA days we invite companies that focus specifically on MBA recruitment with both international and regional outlooks. Our regional activities have a global-reach, occurring in Africa, Middle East, North America, South America and more. We also have networking events geared towards specific and panels sessions based on your feedback.
What can I do with my MBA? Career paths after graduation
You’re spoilt for choice with careers after an MBA. Here’s a small selection of the many sectors and roles you can access after completing our Global Online MBA. We hope it’ll serve as inspiration—and be sure to understand all the steps for admissions to ensure you have the best chance of studying with us.
Careers in consulting
According to Statista: “The dramatic growth of the [consulting] industry between 2020 and 2023 has proven that companies need external consultants with strategic knowledge about business administration, business development, as well as expertise about the industry in which clients operate.” Many consulting companies now use prestigious MBA programs to pre-filter before hiring. With our Global Online MBA, you’ll be set up for careers in strategy consulting, operations consulting, HR consulting and more.
Careers in finance
According to Quantic, “Jobs in finance are expected to grow by at least 5% between now and 2031, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, for a total of 715,100 new jobs over the next decade.” With our Global Online MBA, you can easily step into roles such as a junior analyst, senior analyst, investment manager, and even C-suite positions such as CFO.
Careers in marketing
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLA) has predicted that the number of job openings in marketing between 2016 and 2026 will increase dramatically: PR specialists will have 9% growth, managers in advertising, promotions and marketing will see 10% growth, and market research analysts are set to see 23% growth. With our Global Online MBA under your belt, you’ll have firsthand access to these lucrative roles.
Careers in entrepreneurship
There’s been an increase in entrepreneurship worldwide by over 2.1% since 2020. Of around 594 million professionals, only 11% have a master’s degree. Achieving a Global Online MBA sets you apart in a highly competitive field—you want your company to be one of the 25% that makes it past 15 years, don’t you?
