More MBAs Skipping On-Campus Recruiting

A growing number of MBA students at top U.S. business schools are skipping the traditional on-campus interview process and conducting their own searches to get the job they want, according to Wall Street Journal.  Some students say they don’t want the standard jobs in finance or consulting typically offered on campus. Others are looking for jobs in a particular geographic location or know that firms hiring for venture capital jobs are known for last minute activity. The good news: despite the current economic slowdown, the job market for MBA graduates, especially those from top schools, is strong. Many top schools are also tapping their alumni networks to help self-directed job seekers in their efforts.