I've toyed with the idea of grad school ever since I graduated back in 2006. I considered going right after graduation but upon further reflection I realized I wasn't sure what type of grad school I wanted to go to and why. At the time it just felt like the logical thing to do, but I did't want a degree just for the sake of it so instead I entered the work force.
I am a computer science undergrad from Central America. I began working in the IT field as help-desk supervisor and made my way up to project manager. After a few years working in that sector I left the company to work as purchasing manager for a manufacturing company. It was a really challenging role because all of a sudden I found myself face to face with business concepts that were unfamiliar to me. It was during that role that the idea of grad school came back into my head.
The difference was, this time I was certain about the program. I wanted an MBA. The year was 2009 and I could have gone for it then, but I still wasn't ready. Fast forward to 2013. I'm ready and willing. Some say my chances are not very good for the programs I want but that just makes me want it more. So what if I am 31 years old and an International student? Does it mean I shouldn't go for it? Not in my book.
I'm going for this MBA, and I will be successful. I think THAT right there is half the battle won already and I have a feeling that the other half is going to be one heck of a ride.
My pursuit of a top MBA program. This is how I did it
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