If you work for a patro-chemical company and would like to remain in this field, UT Austin is indeed your best choice for the reasons as set forth: 1) Texas is known as the energy capital of the U.S., N of the top 5 big oil companies have HQ in Texas (Houston, Dallas etc.) 2) The world is turning its attention to green energy, Texas again pioneers the U.S. in green energy development (especially government funded technologies) 3) McComb itself is a great school, arguebly the best b-school in southern U.S. 4) Huge alumni network in the energy sector, including energy sector prof services such as i-banking, consulting 5) Low cost of living in Texas, as compared to that of NY and Ca. The spending power of your post-MBA salary is likely to be close to twice as much 6) Hook 'em horns baby! Hope it helps... |