We often get emailed by 25-35 year olds interested in getting into private equity, venture capital, or real estate private equity, wondering if it’s worth it or not to go get an MBA. 

Both Brad and I have our MBAs (which serve us well) — but there are definitely pros and cons to getting an MBA. So we thought it’d be a good idea to address this question and get into all the juicy details of why you should (or should not) get it, some of the pros and cons to both of the options, and the other possible pathways you can take. We also share our own experiences in earning our MBAs and how they have benefited us in our own careers.

Key Takeaways:

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[1:28] If you give us a 5-stars and leave a funny review on iTunes we’ll read it next episode and send you a prize!

[2:22] About today’s show.

[4:09] Do we have our MBAs?

[4:56] Some of the pros and cons of why, or why not, you should get an MBA.

[9:11] How we benefited from getting our MBAs.

[16:52] Some of the cons of earning our MBAs and potential cons that could arise.

[19:06] When you should take the opportunity or time to get your MBA and when you shouldn’t.

[20:24] How getting an MBA aided in our confidence and expectations.

[21:58] A few more points on maybe why you shouldn’t get an MBA.

[22:44] Should you get an MBA if you want to break into private equity or venture capital? What are the other pathways?

[28:15] Summarizing our main points on whether or not you should your MBA!

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