Is work exp. absolutely important for an MBA ?

An fresher MBA doesn't know how to file important papers. work experience is more important than doing a MBA because what u learn in mba is theory but when u go out in corporate world its totally different

I definately feel that having work experience helps for an MBA because of the following
a) Better chance of getting a seat from an institute vis a vis the non experienced candidate
b) One will immediately be able to apply the concepts taught in class to the work environment he/she was in. It becomes very difficult to relate the concept even if taught through case study methodology for those who do not have work experience.
c)The job will make you resourceful in terms of contacts therefore getting through internship gets easier
d) One can save up money because besides the fees daily expenses do take a toll for the average middle class
e)Finally you can change your line if you were not happy with the type of work you did. For example if you are doing sales you will know what the job is only after working there.If you then dislike it you can always change your line after completing your MBA

i think work exp. play an important role in mba.............it will give practical understanding ..............

yes..many institutes give marks for workex

Originally Posted by anu.anusha1

post in ur opinion .... how much do you work exp is helpful ?? or is it better to finish studying right after college so that one wouldn't get diverted and lose interest in studying an MBA

can be bcoz it helps to learn and match things with our job and practical life

c ... i am doing Integrated MBA so i dont need ... to have work exp. .. but i think work exp. will let us grow ourself through the learnings we did in past ..

Hi,
A few years of working in an organisation provides exposure to the business as well as the various functions in an organisation. An MBA post this will help the individual relate to the business as well as seek opportunities to put to use the learning in a better manner.
I know of employees in my organisation who are currently doing their MBA while continuing to work - there is a big difference in the way they operate, perform, communication and learn.

Thanks
vinkrish

Yes, in my opinion work experience plays a very important role in an MBA since an important part of the MBA is learning from your peers. Diverse experiences in an MBA classroom adds value to the learning process and helps 1 see things from different perspectives.

yes a work experience can really be handy as u are well aware what u need to derive from course

it is highly important to have some short of exp before going in for an mba