Exemption Exams
How do you guys feel about exempting out of core classes in the first year?
Originally I was only planning on taking the Accounting exam, having survived four sections of the CPA I think I deserve never to endure accounting classes again. Today I received an email from Student Academic Affairs encouraging me to take the exemption exam for Managerial Economics based on my background and undergraduate major.
I am not sure how I feel about ditching out on two of the five core classes. I don't want this to be an issue with my study group as far as bonding and all that good stuff, but at the same time I am not really interested in wasting time and money on being taught something I already know.
I know some schools give you credit for the course when you successfully pass the exams, but at CBS I would just get the chance to take two elective classes instead. Probably Capital Markets and something else though I will be limited to whatever is left over after the second years have their picks.
Any feedback is appreciated.
p.s. Only 9 days to go till the big move!
posted by Marina at 1:14 PM
17 Comments:
I asked some '07s this question a while ago. The consensus that I heard was that exempting out of three or more courses would seriously damage bonding with the study group. But exempting out of one or two courses is a good idea.
Each course is about $3 grand, so we might as well get our money's worth. And since grades don't really matter, why suffer through something you already know?
Now if only I could make myself review those old books... and pack...
or you could be the smart kid in class that everyone wants to be friends with.. 9 days only? where has the summer gone
Take the exams and learn something new instead. I did this when I did my doctorate and never regretted it for a moment. Don't waste your precious time at a great institution rehashing what you already know. Bonding with your study group shouldn't be impacted too badly because you'll be able to explain the concepts to people struggling through the courses.
I agree with brownoski. You learn a lot more when you teach others AND knowing more than others in your group is a GREAT way to bond.
don't really have any inputs on this issue since the number of courses i can exempt out of is a big fat zero :).
re. your question, im not sure whether im really interested in healthcare post mba. however, i worked in a hospital with a team of neurosurgeons and neurologists the last 4 years which gave me some exposure to the industry. so i figured i should explore this sector to see the opportunities out there and see if i find something that i might be interested in. besides, duke has an excellent health care program. hence the "bootcamp". hopefully it will help me decide whether that's the field for me.
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I agree that taking additional electives instead of rehashing old material is a good idea, considering the cost per class, as long as you don't overdo it. Good luck!
We leave Chicago for the Bay Area on Monday. This city has grown on me, but it feels good to be going home.
Take the tests, but tutor my dumb ass who knows nothing about business. It'll be a good refresher for you and a big help to me.
7 days left for me!!
get out of as many as you can. That will let your tailor your classload much more in line with your interests.
You might need some "review" but you can always cram that in.
I would definitely waive as many classes as I could. It's just too expensive to take a class that is unnecessary. I won't be able to exempt out of anything (assuming I get in anywhere!) since my career change is so drastic and I know nothing of the business basics. But if I could I would in a second! That's just my 2 cents!
Definitely exempt. I am in 2007 class, exempted about 6 courses and thought it was worth it. You have to make more of an effort to hang out with your cluster though.
The big day is almost upon you!
You not just moving to a new city and going to a new school. You are moving to THE city and going to THE school. Try not to let the move ruffle you.
Life is grand when you make it so.
i decided to ship my car and fly out to the east coast. I've been driving around a lot recently and I don't think i'd be able to keep sane driving across country by myself
marina your doing awesome....sorry i am not answering your question but just wanted to say hello....just do what feels right i would tell you, because this is the one and only time you will be in grad school....
hope your not stressing out too much...
later and have a great time...
ck
posting on entirely a different context.
i was just preparing for GMAT and gave a mock Kaplan test. i have not been regular though, can you give some tips, i have that post on my blog...planning to take in AUgust end.
Thanks
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Stop the pub crawling and tell us you made it safely!
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