<p>I have posted about a similar topic before, but I still have some doubts. From what people have informed me, liberal arts majors are well-respected by big companies. However, does the same apply to grad schools. I am going to provide a different example this time though. Let's say that I am not going to major in economics or math and wanted to pursue an MBA. For the sake of the issue, assume that I will major in political science, english, or chemistry(or one of the sciences). Will I still have as good of a chance to be accepted to a top MBA program as if were to major in business or engineering?</p>
<p>My understanding of how MBAs work is that they prefer that you work a few years before applying. If you can land a dynamite job, or start your own business with a degree in poli/sci or English -- that would seem to level the playing field considerably.</p>
<p>majoring in a (HARD) science of some kind is crucial, or at least taking a load of math classes </p>
<p>i don't understand why you'd want to go to business school to get a degree that has a very strong math and economics component, if you don't want to major in economics or math?</p>
<p>I agree with John. Majoring in a hard science is not, by any means, required - but I'm not sure I'd major in english. Gov't major (Wes doesn't have Poli Sci) would be more than fine. I agree with Krongman that if you don't have ANY interest in econ or math(on some level) an MBA may not be ideal for you . . . but I think you didn't say you have no interest . . . only that you don't particularly want to major in. Undegraduate is supposed to be a broader education . . . graduate school is for specialization. </p>
<p>Wes is well recieved by business schools . . . but you absolutely shouldn't plan on applying to MBA programs right out of school. Rule of thumb is at least two years of work experience (and that doesn't mean waiting tables . . .)</p>