Weighing the Cost and Benefits of an MBA

The video discusses the significant student debt crisis faced by graduates of prestigious US business schools, with many accumulating over $100,000 in debt. Despite the high costs, graduates view their education as a worthwhile investment due to the potential for high starting salaries. The video also compares US programs with European business schools, highlighting that European programs are often shorter and less expensive, resulting in lower debt levels for students.

Which of the following schools is mentioned as having graduates with significant debt?

• Duke University

• Harvard University

• Yale University

• Stanford University

What is the typical median starting salary for graduates from top business schools?

• $125,000 to $135,000

• $150,000 to $160,000

• $100,000 to $110,000

• $80,000 to $90,000

Why do some students find the high debt from business schools acceptable?

• They receive scholarships

• They expect high starting salaries

• They have family support

• They plan to work part-time

What is a key difference between US and European business school programs?

• European programs have higher debt levels

• European programs are more expensive

• US programs are typically two years long

• US programs are shorter

Which European business school is mentioned as having lower debt levels?

• IE Business School

• London Business School

• INSEAD

• HEC Paris