| ILLINOIS
MBAS CONTINUE TO BE IN DEMAND, ACCORDING TO MBA CAREER SERVICES DIRECTOR ELIZABETH POLAK
— particularly those with the much sought-after specialty in management
information systems. She also notes a new trend — more and more students are using
the Internet to seek employment, especially with high tech companies and other
organizations with a technology emphasis. "Students find their jobs in various
ways," notes Polak. Included are job fairs held by special organizations, such as the
National Black MBA Association and the National Society for Hispanic MBAs, as well as job
fairs for international students. "Through such events, students gain exposure to
hundreds of additional employers," says Polak.
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She also observes that as many as 400 companies post jobs through MBA Career Services annually. Between 30 and 35 percent of graduating MBAs find their jobs through on-campus recruiting. "We asked some top-hiring companies why they continue to hire — and hire! — Illinois MBAs in such numbers. What we consistently hear is that our graduates are not afraid to roll up their shirt sleeves. After all, any company that recruits MBAs knows that experience and skills come with the degree. What sets the Illinois MBA apart is the emphasis on technology — and the willingness to work hard." |
| "When students come
back from summer internships, they often remark how much they've learned in class. They
return with a renewed sense of pride in the program — and confidence in their ability
to compete in the marketplace." - Elizabeth Polak, Director,MBA Career Services |
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| 1997 MBA Career Services Statistics* Top
hiring companies:** **Companies listed in descending order based on number of hires.
*As of September 1, 1997 |
