一年MBA和二年的差别？

xiascarlettw

12个月就毕业的普通MBA是不是比两年的MBA在就业上压力要大很多呢？

shining_spag

One-Year, Full-Time MBA
	One-year programs are dramatically different from their two-year counterparts. They usually have very strict prerequisites for either work background or academic training. Program length is typically 11 to 16 months. The program is shortened by— reducing the time in core classes, or limiting opportunities to specialize In addition— Students do not work full-time; school is considered the first priority. Relocation may be required to attend a one-year program that meets your specific needs. One-Year, Full-Time Advantages One-year programs offer several advantages, particularly for career enhancers (who wish to continue in the same job function or industry but at a higher level). These advantages include the following: A very specialized program can make full use of your current career or industry specialty and save you time in completing an MBA. You may be able to customize your course work through electives and concentrations, if the program reduces core curriculum requirements rather than elective content in order to decrease the duration of the program. Other advantages include the following: The environment encourages learning far beyond classroom instruction. The spirit of competition and program intensity tend to be high. Full-time exposure helps to develop a cohesive network of MBA colleagues in your chosen field. A full immersion learning experience includes career services (such as campus interviews), social and professional clubs (often across areas of industry and functional preference), executive speakers' series, career counseling, and other "campus life" services. One-Year, Full-Time Limitations A one-year MBA program does present some limitations you should consider. Internship opportunities are limited because there are no extended breaks between semesters, which could especially hurt career switchers. Some employers who require an MBA for career advancement may not consider a one-year program a favorable option for earning the degree. You should be sure your post-MBA employer will be supportive before you choose this type of program. Scholarships and Financial Aid Scholarship money may be available (get information from specific schools). Loan money is available for eligible full-time students

shining_spag

Two-Year, Full-Time MBA
	Two-year programs are usually four semesters, spread over two academic years, with a three- or four-month break for an internship. The first year includes core courses required of all MBAs. The second year allows for functional specialization (a specific concentration of study and elective courses). Students do not work full time during the program; school is considered their first priority. People often relocate to attend their full-time program of choice. Company Sponsorship Employers that sponsor MBA students give up their employees' services for the duration of the program. A global company might send a candidate for a total immersion experience (including cultural immersion) to another country that represents an important business market. A consulting firm or investment bank may require employees to earn a master's degree before they can be promoted. Some companies require a full immersion program with the option to return to the company upon completing the MBA. They may offer tuition reimbursement. Two-Year, Full-Time Advantages Two-year, full-time programs have several advantages for both career switchers (who change job functions or industries) and career enhancers (who continue in the same job function or industry). These programs provide an opportunity to develop knowledge in a specific discipline, leading to new job skills and prospects. If you are early in your career development, more specialized study may help you to continue in a particular industry or job function and to progress more effectively. The following are some other advantages. Academic and Nonacademic Learning You can customize course work through electives and concentrations. Two-year programs accept the widest variety of academic backgrounds, usually with the basic requirement that you have an undergraduate degree that meets the business school's standards (usually, this means a four-year college equivalent). The environment encourages learning far beyond classroom instruction. Career Enhancement In an MBA internship, you can learn and practice new skills and enhance your résumé for post-MBA employment. The summer break allows for further networking in the business world. You can develop a cohesive network of MBA colleagues, because the entering class takes core courses together. Full-time programs offer career services (including campus interviews with prospective employers), social and professional clubs (often across industry segments and functional preference), executive speakers' series, career counseling, and other "campus life" services. Scholarships and Financial Aid Scholarship money may be available to assist with tuition costs (get information from specific schools). Loan money is available for eligible full-time students. Two-Year, Full-Time Limitations Two-year, full-time programs can be a wonderful experience for people who have well-defined career goals, are ready to spend an extended period of time out of the workforce, and have the resources to pay for such a program. If you do not meet this description, a two-year, full-time program may not be for you. It is a very expensive and time-consuming way to explore what you want to do in the future, and a lack of focus can limit the value of what you learn and what you gain from networking opportunities. Before you consider a two-year, full-time program, you should be confident about what you wish to do in the future and willing to commit the necessary time and resources to furthering these goals.

chinambap

首先，谢谢楼上给出的上述相关的比较信息。对于选择一年制还是两年制的MBA这个问题，我也思索了很久。这里可以分享下我的看法。如果申请人：

1、工作经验少于三年的话，建议读两年制; 3－5年的话可以考虑一年制的；5年以上工作经验的推荐考虑一年制的。

2、不打算career change，仍在之前工作的领域发展，推荐一年制；如转换行业的，强烈建议读两年制的。

3、如攻读金融财务方面的话，建议考虑两年制的；工业界相关领域的话，一年制的就可以。

4、投资性价比，经济低迷就业形势不好的情况下，一年和两年制的program并不是找不找到工作的区别，大家都有一年的opt时间，而且都是提前半年就开始找工作的，最终工作情况如何不取决于读一年还是两年的，但读书的投资区别却是蛮大的，这是最实惠的考虑。

5、长远来看，这个一年或是两年的mba对你职业发展关乎并不是最大的，更重要的是在实际工作中表现出的能力，当然学校好的要比学校排名靠后的要占些优势。

个人看法，仅供参考！

另，LZ决定了去UIUC or U of Cincinnati ?

xiascarlettw

谢谢楼上的真诚建议。我心向2年的，但因实际情况，故决定选择CINCINNATI。

pangchao2005

chinambap 发表于 2009-3-6 00:20
首先，谢谢楼上给出的上述相关的比较信息。对于选择一年制还是两年制的MBA这个问题，我也思索了很久。这里 ...

同意！