Business Management Studies

Hi,
If you already have work experience in the IT sector before doing your MBA, then looking for higher up positions in the same technical ladder would make sense and would be easy too. You have an MBA plus technical exposure which makes you very eligible. But if you are planning to make a new move and haven't been in IT at all, then depending on which exact domain, research what is the scope and technical requirement. You could take up a proper course online or in person and get a notified certificate. If you are already beyond mid-management level, customize the course that you want to do. Gather as much knowledge and awareness that is necessary and preferably get that officially certified. It will bring you closer to opportunities. My suggestion would be, even if its moving to Software and IT, make sure to take up roles that will help you showcase MBA knowledge and expertise and experience. A mix of both talents sure pays. Wish you all the best
Cheers.

Hi,
Firstly, it would help to have a relevant work experience- something in sync with what you have studied. Even if it is like an internship, corporate environment adds great value to begin with. It surely helps you apply technical aspects that you learnt to an efficient use and gives you a perspective. In the mean time, if you would like to take up roles in Business analysis, Business management, learning and development, customer facing, project management or any allied business job, you could look at 2 broad categories. One, go for a smooth transition in your present organisation. Since people know you and would have seen your work, and if there is genuine interest expressed and skill sets are promising at least to start learning and exploring, you will surely stand a chance. It could be through an HR or manager references. Secondly, after few years of work even if its just 2 years, you could check out if higher studies or a professional certification is what you are looking at to make the next jump. But my sincere advice is, do a lot of research about what and why and where and how; talk to people and even better talk to alumni. It will give you a fresh perspective. Once its an informed choice and well thought out decision leap forward.
Wish you the very best. Cheers.

In my perspective, one of the key things that matter to take up any course/certification/higher education should be your personal interest and skill sets in the filed that you are intending to pursue. Research a lot before take up higher studies and to understand exactly what you are looking for and why. And all the research at the end of the day should revolve around your key objectives, end goals, your criteria and priorities and the time you are willing to give, limitations involved if any. Talk to people, those who you know and if its only a professional discussion through LinkedIn should be fine with new people too. But communicate and conduct some sort of unofficial interview or a good informative conversation. Now, as far as the requirement from the other end is considered, meaning the college and course requirement, of course x number of years of study before you take up MBA, under graduation or equivalent qualification, threshold for marks obtained and specialisation in under graduation and any other cut offs and processes to shortlist can vary from college to college. Lot of people give importance to interviewing candidates before enrollment. It is a good step to know the expectations and abilities from both the parties and to see if it all lies on the same page of understanding. The kind of course that MBA is, in a very generic sense, a person who confidently communicates his/her mind, possess interpersonal skills, openness and adaptability coupled with a positive attitude can make a mountain of a difference. And it surely helps to hone leadership skill sets. And all of these qualities, make sure to prove when asked to justify. Meaning, have instances and experiences from your past ready where you have indeed showcased your personality and confident self. If you can quote even 1 proper example of how you stood in a crowd from the rest, it goes a long way in making a strong impact. Wish you all the best.
Cheers
Sindhu.