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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The problem with many of the Ivy’s and LAC’s is that they don’t offer enough exposure to pragmatic real world tools experiences and skills. I’m not sure all the advice about networking and talking to alums is helpful for a kid who does not know a single iota about the difference between python CSS and data analytics (which btw covers one third of the jobs in the market today). I say this as a former LAC grad. I took one management studies course - it was essentially the history of business in America. It had zero applicability to the real world. My honest advice for these types of kids is 1) at least earn a solid GPA like 3.5 or better bc is opens doors. 2) apply for a management program at a large company F500 - even then they are going to ask if you want Tech, Finance, HR, Mktg, Consumer, Product - just pick one. At the very least they will learn about business, get exposure to leaders, take some foundational classes within the company, earn a solid living wage, get a brand name on their resume. Even if they hate it, in 18 months, they will have a launching pad to something new, something else, something different and will have learned more deeply about who they are and what type of career they want[/quote]

My kid is in international policy at an Ivy and been given so many things to apply for, opportunities, he moves on them quick.  I’m surprised with the paid internships and paid summer gigs abroad he’s gotten in this job climate as only a rising Junior. It’s been all very practical advice and course guidance—adding more AI/security and some more Econ, etc [/quote]

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