Quit my job before MIM application ? : Ask Admissions Consultants

Hi,
This is my first time posting anything on the so I apologise in advance if what I want to say is difficult to understand,
I am a 23 year year old Indian Male working at a power trading company as a business developer.
I have a 4 year degree in electrical and electronics engineering and also did a PGDC in Power Management which was a one year course(amalgamation of business and power) . In both of them I scored over 80%.
Aside that I have cleared German exams up to A2 level and have done 3 summer internship with some volunteering work in college as well.
I am planning to give my GRE Exam in less than 2 months and I am confident that I can score above 320. I gave the GMAT exam but didn’t do well as I only got 600 and I kept trying to study for a very long time but the verbal section is a losing game for me no matter how hard I try but GRE mock tests have shown me much better results than GMAT mocks ever did so I think I made the right decision.
Now the issue that the job I am doing right now is not very fruitful. I joined there as a fresher 9 months ago and haven’t seen much growth in this time. On top of that I don’t like the work culture there and it is just not doing it for me. I am just there because I don’t want the job hopper title in my resume if I leave before completing a year. I really want to quit it real bad but I don’t want it to have a bad effect on my application.
I can get the best LORs from the job and my past courses because I have good relations with all them but just staying in this job is doing me no good.
Now I will list the questions that I have in mind:
1. First of all I would like to know as this has been on my mind for a long time is that doing the 1 year PGDC course will have a positive or negative effect on my application since adding that 1 year and the job time by the application time in September would make 2 years so will that make me ineligible for MIM?
Or that would just be a benefit as it was a business course and only one year of my experience will be considered.

2. The biggest question here is should I quit my Job or not. I do not plan to quit it till I give me GRE because god forbid I score less than I think and all will be havoc. But if I score as well as I am thinking, will it be okay to quit as I will be having sufficient experience, good score and a decent profile.
What I am afraid of is that might look bad in the application later on or in interview it might be questionable. If leaving my job by the end of June (making it 1 year of experience) has no repercussions then I really want to do it.
If it does look bad in my application then I guess I can struggle till the time I get the final admission results ie in November/December.
I am aiming for to B-schools in MiM but with the profile I wrote above it will be great if I get some suggestions that what B-schools I should focus on.
Thank you

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Ajay2031 wrote:Hi,
This is my first time posting anything on the so I apologise in advance if what I want to say is difficult to understand,
I am a 23 year year old Indian Male working at a power trading company as a business developer.
I have a 4 year degree in electrical and electronics engineering and also did a PGDC in Power Management which was a one year course(amalgamation of business and power) . In both of them I scored over 80%.
Aside that I have cleared German exams up to A2 level and have done 3 summer internship with some volunteering work in college as well.
I am planning to give my GRE Exam in less than 2 months and I am confident that I can score above 320. I gave the GMAT exam but didn’t do well as I only got 600 and I kept trying to study for a very long time but the verbal section is a losing game for me no matter how hard I try but GRE mock tests have shown me much better results than GMAT mocks ever did so I think I made the right decision.
Now the issue that the job I am doing right now is not very fruitful. I joined there as a fresher 9 months ago and haven’t seen much growth in this time. On top of that I don’t like the work culture there and it is just not doing it for me. I am just there because I don’t want the job hopper title in my resume if I leave before completing a year. I really want to quit it real bad but I don’t want it to have a bad effect on my application.
I can get the best LORs from the job and my past courses because I have good relations with all them but just staying in this job is doing me no good.
Now I will list the questions that I have in mind:
1. First of all I would like to know as this has been on my mind for a long time is that doing the 1 year PGDC course will have a positive or negative effect on my application since adding that 1 year and the job time by the application time in September would make 2 years so will that make me ineligible for MIM?
Or that would just be a benefit as it was a business course and only one year of my experience will be considered.

2. The biggest question here is should I quit my Job or not. I do not plan to quit it till I give me GRE because god forbid I score less than I think and all will be havoc. But if I score as well as I am thinking, will it be okay to quit as I will be having sufficient experience, good score and a decent profile.
What I am afraid of is that might look bad in the application later on or in interview, it might be questionable. If leaving my job by the end of June (making it 1 year of experience) has no repercussions then I really want to do it.
If it does look bad in my application then I guess I can struggle till the time I get the final admission results ie in November/December.
I am aiming for to B-schools in MiM but with the profile I wrote above it will be great if I get some suggestions that what B-schools I should focus on.
Thank you

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Hi Ajay2031

The struggle is real when you're stuck in a job that doesn't light your fire. However, I would like to present an alternative perspective for your consideration. It is important to reflect upon the factors that led you to pursue a PGDC in Power Management and accept a position in Power Trading. Consider whether it was driven by passion or prestige.

It would be beneficial to analyze what could change in your current role that will improve your level of fulfillment. Engaging in such introspection will allow you to make a well-informed decision regarding your goals and candidacy for a MiM program, and such reflections are highly valued by top Business Schools. Ultimately, it is a mutually beneficial process where you can align your career aspirations with the right program.

1. It is acceptable to have a two-year work experience prior to applying for an MiM program. Similarly, holding a previous Masters degree does not necessarily result in rejection, but it is essential to provide a logical explanation for pursuing the PGDC in the past and how an MiM would equip you with a new set of advantages. For instance, if your objective is to gain international exposure or establish a foothold in a new foreign market, applying for an MiM program can be a prudent decision if you present a clear career plan. Additionally, it is imperative to rationalize why pursuing an MBA with some more experience may not be the best match for you.

2. Consider the potential consequences of leaving your job too early, as it may raise questions about your commitment and dedication to your career, especially if your post-MiM goals align too well with your current function and industry. However, if you feel that your job is not fulfilling and you are confident that you can score well on the GRE, you may leave and utilize your time to build other advantageous skills that will help you. You may go all in on any passion projects, community leadership projects, or anything that so far may have been a weak area in your profile. You could even take up part-time projects in strategy consulting to make your profile stronger.

I would exercise caution before suggesting any MiM programs without first understanding your career aspirations. It is essential to engage in introspection as your initial step toward the application process. This will enable you to identify which programs align with your objectives and have the potential to bring about a fulfilling outcome.

Feel free to reach out

MBAGuide wrote:

Ajay2031 wrote:Hi,
This is my first time posting anything on the so I apologise in advance if what I want to say is difficult to understand,
I am a 23 year year old Indian Male working at a power trading company as a business developer.
I have a 4 year degree in electrical and electronics engineering and also did a PGDC in Power Management which was a one year course(amalgamation of business and power) . In both of them I scored over 80%.
Aside that I have cleared German exams up to A2 level and have done 3 summer internship with some volunteering work in college as well.
I am planning to give my GRE Exam in less than 2 months and I am confident that I can score above 320. I gave the GMAT exam but didn’t do well as I only got 600 and I kept trying to study for a very long time but the verbal section is a losing game for me no matter how hard I try but GRE mock tests have shown me much better results than GMAT mocks ever did so I think I made the right decision.
Now the issue that the job I am doing right now is not very fruitful. I joined there as a fresher 9 months ago and haven’t seen much growth in this time. On top of that I don’t like the work culture there and it is just not doing it for me. I am just there because I don’t want the job hopper title in my resume if I leave before completing a year. I really want to quit it real bad but I don’t want it to have a bad effect on my application.
I can get the best LORs from the job and my past courses because I have good relations with all them but just staying in this job is doing me no good.
Now I will list the questions that I have in mind:
1. First of all I would like to know as this has been on my mind for a long time is that doing the 1 year PGDC course will have a positive or negative effect on my application since adding that 1 year and the job time by the application time in September would make 2 years so will that make me ineligible for MIM?
Or that would just be a benefit as it was a business course and only one year of my experience will be considered.

2. The biggest question here is should I quit my Job or not. I do not plan to quit it till I give me GRE because god forbid I score less than I think and all will be havoc. But if I score as well as I am thinking, will it be okay to quit as I will be having sufficient experience, good score and a decent profile.
What I am afraid of is that might look bad in the application later on or in interview, it might be questionable. If leaving my job by the end of June (making it 1 year of experience) has no repercussions then I really want to do it.
If it does look bad in my application then I guess I can struggle till the time I get the final admission results ie in November/December.
I am aiming for to B-schools in MiM but with the profile I wrote above it will be great if I get some suggestions that what B-schools I should focus on.
Thank you

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Hi Ajay2031

The struggle is real when you're stuck in a job that doesn't light your fire. However, I would like to present an alternative perspective for your consideration. It is important to reflect upon the factors that led you to pursue a PGDC in Power Management and accept a position in Power Trading. Consider whether it was driven by passion or prestige.

It would be beneficial to analyze what could change in your current role that will improve your level of fulfillment. Engaging in such introspection will allow you to make a well-informed decision regarding your goals and candidacy for a MiM program, and such reflections are highly valued by top Business Schools. Ultimately, it is a mutually beneficial process where you can align your career aspirations with the right program.

1. It is acceptable to have a two-year work experience prior to applying for an MiM program. Similarly, holding a previous Masters degree does not necessarily result in rejection, but it is essential to provide a logical explanation for pursuing the PGDC in the past and how an MiM would equip you with a new set of advantages. For instance, if your objective is to gain international exposure or establish a foothold in a new foreign market, applying for an MiM program can be a prudent decision if you present a clear career plan. Additionally, it is imperative to rationalize why pursuing an MBA with some more experience may not be the best match for you.

2. Consider the potential consequences of leaving your job too early, as it may raise questions about your commitment and dedication to your career, especially if your post-MiM goals align too well with your current function and industry. However, if you feel that your job is not fulfilling and you are confident that you can score well on the GRE, you may leave and utilize your time to build other advantageous skills that will help you. You may go all in on any passion projects, community leadership projects, or anything that so far may have been a weak area in your profile. You could even take up part-time projects in strategy consulting to make your profile stronger.

I would exercise caution before suggesting any MiM programs without first understanding your career aspirations. It is essential to engage in introspection as your initial step toward the application process. This will enable you to identify which programs align with your objectives and have the potential to bring about a fulfilling outcome.

Feel free to reach out

Thank you for this insightful reply.
While this provides new perspectives I am still kind of confused about a few things.
To answer your question I definitely pursued PGDC due to passion as I wanted to segue into the business profile rather than a technical one henceforth joining the power trading company as a business developer.
But you never know what you are really getting into until you actually step in.
In the last 9 months I came to realise what am I really in as many people were laid off, the company has been in a loss for a while, I do not see any pay raise anytime soon due to that. Basically the place is in shambles and it won’t do me any good staying there except on paper experience that without a gap I worked there which probably won’t raise questions in my application.
Okay so the main doubts that I still have is:
1. I am aspiring for MiM because I do want international exposure and want to work there. Why MIM over MBA?
To compete with millions in MBA with years of experience I have to work here for like 5+ years which I don’t want to. With the amount of experience I have now I am well suited for B- schools (or at least considerable) . I might go for MBA after MIM after working for a few years abroad.
My question still being will my one year of PGDC considered as experience or not.
Like I understand you saying people with 2 years experience can apply and won’t be rejected but as far as I know they have a lesser chance of getting into good B-school.
The sweet spot is considered the 1 year experience as it is better than 0 and less than two.
I will be having one year experience when I submit my application. But I hope that my PGDC one year if doesn’t add to my profile, it won’t weigh it down.
The reason I would probably provide is the same I told you above that is to segue.

2. If I do leave the job after scoring well ie end of June, I would work on the SOPs and LORs till the time of the first cycle of MIM application ie September.
Technically the two months I will be spending wont be adding to my profile like I won’t have anything to show. My query is that will those two months of technical inactivity have adverse effect on my application and considering my application is selected, in the interview will those 4 months of technical inactivity raise questions? If not then that is great I sure will leave the job at the end of June but if it will be an issue then I can struggle till the interview results come as after those final results I am going to leave the job anyway because I would have secured a position in the B-School .
I want to highlight that after leaving the job with a year of experience I probably will work to develop personal skills but not anything profile adding as I am assuming that is enough for the MIM application cycle because why would it matter what I do when the selection is going on or done right?
Thank you again for the insights

Ajay2031 wrote:Hi,
This is my first time posting anything on the so I apologise in advance if what I want to say is difficult to understand,
I am a 23 year year old Indian Male working at a power trading company as a business developer.
I have a 4 year degree in electrical and electronics engineering and also did a PGDC in Power Management which was a one year course(amalgamation of business and power) . In both of them I scored over 80%.
Aside that I have cleared German exams up to A2 level and have done 3 summer internship with some volunteering work in college as well.
I am planning to give my GRE Exam in less than 2 months and I am confident that I can score above 320. I gave the GMAT exam but didn’t do well as I only got 600 and I kept trying to study for a very long time but the verbal section is a losing game for me no matter how hard I try but GRE mock tests have shown me much better results than GMAT mocks ever did so I think I made the right decision.
Now the issue that the job I am doing right now is not very fruitful. I joined there as a fresher 9 months ago and haven’t seen much growth in this time. On top of that I don’t like the work culture there and it is just not doing it for me. I am just there because I don’t want the job hopper title in my resume if I leave before completing a year. I really want to quit it real bad but I don’t want it to have a bad effect on my application.
I can get the best LORs from the job and my past courses because I have good relations with all them but just staying in this job is doing me no good.
Now I will list the questions that I have in mind:
1. First of all I would like to know as this has been on my mind for a long time is that doing the 1 year PGDC course will have a positive or negative effect on my application since adding that 1 year and the job time by the application time in September would make 2 years so will that make me ineligible for MIM?
Or that would just be a benefit as it was a business course and only one year of my experience will be considered.

2. The biggest question here is should I quit my Job or not. I do not plan to quit it till I give me GRE because god forbid I score less than I think and all will be havoc. But if I score as well as I am thinking, will it be okay to quit as I will be having sufficient experience, good score and a decent profile.
What I am afraid of is that might look bad in the application later on or in interview it might be questionable. If leaving my job by the end of June (making it 1 year of experience) has no repercussions then I really want to do it.
If it does look bad in my application then I guess I can struggle till the time I get the final admission results ie in November/December.
I am aiming for to B-schools in MiM but with the profile I wrote above it will be great if I get some suggestions that what B-schools I should focus on.
Thank you

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It's great that you're considering your options and planning your application carefully. To address your questions:

Your 1-year PGDC course in Power Management could be seen as a positive addition to your application. It shows that you have both technical and sectoral knowledge in the power sector. As of now, you will be eligible to apply to all MiM programs. Note that some programs do not accept applicants with 2+ years of experience (e.g. the LBS MiM) so keep that factor in mind.

Quitting your job is a personal decision that depends on your priorities and circumstances. If you decide to leave your job after completing one year, you'll need to be prepared to discuss your reasons during interviews or in your application. Focus on the positives, such as your desire to pursue further education, rather than negative aspects like the work culture.

If you do quit your job, consider using the time to enhance your profile – for example, by volunteering, taking relevant courses, or working on a project that demonstrates your skills and interests. This will show that you're proactive and committed to personal growth. You may also consider getting into an alternative job. Don't have a very big gap on your resume.

Regarding B-school selection, with a GRE score above 320 (of course, the higher the better) and your background, you could target some top schools offering MIM programs. However, it's essential to research each school's specific requirements and offerings to find the best fit for your goals and interests. Some schools to consider are HEC Paris, LBS, ESSEC, ESCP, IE, and WHU. Tailor your application to each school by highlighting how their programs align with your career aspirations and how you'll contribute to their community.

Hope this helps. Feel free to come back with more questions as needed.

GyanOne wrote:

Ajay2031 wrote:Hi,
This is my first time posting anything on the so I apologise in advance if what I want to say is difficult to understand,
I am a 23 year year old Indian Male working at a power trading company as a business developer.
I have a 4 year degree in electrical and electronics engineering and also did a PGDC in Power Management which was a one year course(amalgamation of business and power) . In both of them I scored over 80%.
Aside that I have cleared German exams up to A2 level and have done 3 summer internship with some volunteering work in college as well.
I am planning to give my GRE Exam in less than 2 months and I am confident that I can score above 320. I gave the GMAT exam but didn’t do well as I only got 600 and I kept trying to study for a very long time but the verbal section is a losing game for me no matter how hard I try but GRE mock tests have shown me much better results than GMAT mocks ever did so I think I made the right decision.
Now the issue that the job I am doing right now is not very fruitful. I joined there as a fresher 9 months ago and haven’t seen much growth in this time. On top of that I don’t like the work culture there and it is just not doing it for me. I am just there because I don’t want the job hopper title in my resume if I leave before completing a year. I really want to quit it real bad but I don’t want it to have a bad effect on my application.
I can get the best LORs from the job and my past courses because I have good relations with all them but just staying in this job is doing me no good.
Now I will list the questions that I have in mind:
1. First of all I would like to know as this has been on my mind for a long time is that doing the 1 year PGDC course will have a positive or negative effect on my application since adding that 1 year and the job time by the application time in September would make 2 years so will that make me ineligible for MIM?
Or that would just be a benefit as it was a business course and only one year of my experience will be considered.

2. The biggest question here is should I quit my Job or not. I do not plan to quit it till I give me GRE because god forbid I score less than I think and all will be havoc. But if I score as well as I am thinking, will it be okay to quit as I will be having sufficient experience, good score and a decent profile.
What I am afraid of is that might look bad in the application later on or in interview it might be questionable. If leaving my job by the end of June (making it 1 year of experience) has no repercussions then I really want to do it.
If it does look bad in my application then I guess I can struggle till the time I get the final admission results ie in November/December.
I am aiming for to B-schools in MiM but with the profile I wrote above it will be great if I get some suggestions that what B-schools I should focus on.
Thank you

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It's great that you're considering your options and planning your application carefully. To address your questions:

Your 1-year PGDC course in Power Management could be seen as a positive addition to your application. It shows that you have both technical and sectoral knowledge in the power sector. As of now, you will be eligible to apply to all MiM programs. Note that some programs do not accept applicants with 2+ years of experience (e.g. the LBS MiM) so keep that factor in mind.

Quitting your job is a personal decision that depends on your priorities and circumstances. If you decide to leave your job after completing one year, you'll need to be prepared to discuss your reasons during interviews or in your application. Focus on the positives, such as your desire to pursue further education, rather than negative aspects like the work culture.

If you do quit your job, consider using the time to enhance your profile – for example, by volunteering, taking relevant courses, or working on a project that demonstrates your skills and interests. This will show that you're proactive and committed to personal growth. You may also consider getting into an alternative job. Don't have a very big gap on your resume.

Regarding B-school selection, with a GRE score above 320 (of course, the higher the better) and your background, you could target some top schools offering MIM programs. However, it's essential to research each school's specific requirements and offerings to find the best fit for your goals and interests. Some schools to consider are HEC Paris, LBS, ESSEC, ESCP, IE, and WHU. Tailor your application to each school by highlighting how their programs align with your career aspirations and how you'll contribute to their community.

Hope this helps. Feel free to come back with more questions as needed.

Thank you so very much for this insightful reply.
I am really motivated and enlightened by what you just explained.
I have more clarity of what to do now. I was a little demotivated by the last reply I received on this post.
I was scared that my PGDC would be seen as a negative thing but after your reply I am a little relieved .
I will consider all the points you have mentioned and will reach out if I am in doubt again.
Thank you