Editor's Note: BusinessWeek collected graduate comments in 2000 during its ranking of full-time MBA programs. The next ranking is scheduled for fall, 2002.
UT's MBA program was much more challenging and involved than I ever imagined coming in. At times it was really rough -- but those were the times I learned the most. I had many opportunities to lead and make an impact on our program. I also got to work closely with some of the top minds in technology and business research. Texas was also a great fit for me with its focus on teamwork -- I've made great friends, and had a good look at my true, full potential when we really had to come together on projects. Additionally, almost all of my class projects and assignments were tied to real companies here in Austin which brought an added dimension of complexity and value. It was a great two years and I'm excited and prepared for my next challenge. --Information Technology
I am so satisfied with the quality of education I received over the course of the past two years. Going back to school was a big decision for me, as it is for anyone, and you obviously want to come out of it thinking that the time and effort was worthwhile. There is no hesitation or question that my investment in myself and my education will have great returns for me in the future.--Finance
The management of the school have to improve the diversity of students. As an Asian international student, I had a hard time getting to know white Americans. They are, in general, exclusive. --Consulting
UT promotes a strong cooperative environment. During our first semester, classmates with undergraduate degrees in accounting were willing to take time out during midterms and finals week to draft mock exams and lead review sessions for their cohorts. Austin is a great place to spend two years. --Information Technology
The program at UT has many good things going for it. My technology skills were greatly enhanced by the program. The largest problem with the program is the teaching quality, especially in the core courses. If the teaching were improved, this program would be superior. --Anonymous
If I had it to do over again, I wouldn't hesitate to to come to UT again -- even if opportunities like Harvard and Wharton were dangled before me. This was a great experience overall. A growing emphasis on entrepreneurship (both locally and on campus) created substantial opportunities to learn from company-related projects. I worked closely with upper management from three companies, ranging from technology start-up to multi-billion-dollar manufacturers during the program. Moreover, a strong emphasis on teams, an effectively implemented technology initiative, and an increased emphasis on cases and company interaction throughout the curriculum created a work environment that closely resembled the real world. --Entrepreneurship
The Entrepreneurship (Management) and MIS departments at the University of Texas are top notch. They both have incredibly innovative, current, and rigorous curricula, with incredible professors teaching in them. For example, the Entrepreneurship classes are all taught by successful entrepreneurs, and are largely case-based. The depth of learning in those classes is amazing. In fact, many of the cases require up to 10 hours of preparation prior to class. Though painstaking, it really forces the students to get deep into the issues. The classroom environment forces accountability, but is nonetheless cordial and respectful. The faculty of the Entrepreneur and MIS departments integrate solidly with Austin's entrepreneurial, high-tech environment, and bring those experiences and relationships into the classroom. Low tuition costs allow the aspiring entrepreneur to learn a lot about entrepreneurship without incurring large amounts of debt that will prohibit his pursuit in the near future. For many years I was a skeptic about going back to get my MBA. I realize now how wrong I was to be skeptical. I learned an amazing amount, and made incredible contacts that will help me to continue that learning and growth long into the future. --Venture Capital/Private Equity
Since I had an undergraduate degree in finance from a very good program, I actually had very low expectations of all the highly touted benefits of an MBA program. However, the MBA program at Texas has exceeded all of my expectations -- and more. The skills that I have developed and the education that I have received, both in and out of the classroom, will be invaluable for the rest of my life. --Information Technology
I was surprised with the level of most of my professors at my program, if I had to choose again, I would attend the same program. --Operations
I can only offer complete, unqualified praise for the MBA program at UT Austin. The people I have met during my two years have been absolutely first rate. The career services department at UT was exceptional, and the number and breadth of companies that recruited here was outstanding. They really helped me understand the job search process. --Marketing
I came to UT to learn customer insight and information management. The program surpassed all my expectations, and I would argue that those two curriculums are not taught any better anywhere else. The school is better today then when I started in 1998, and that says a lot about the effort and resources the university has put into the school. I was also impressed with the commitment from the faculty to the students. Emails, for example, were answered promptly. Any issue I ever had was handled by a professor respectfully and with great passion. I loved my experience at UT. --Nonprofit
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