Should an Indian microbiology graduate do an MBA in India or go abroad for a master's in life sciences or consulting in Europe?

If the career goal involves building a business or network in India, an MBA in India is more efficient than one abroad. SPJAIN was specifically mentioned as a program where most graduates build careers within India's business ecosystem, which makes it relevant if India is where the career will primarily operate. An MBA from abroad is an expensive way to build a network that is not aligned with where you plan to work. For a microbiology graduate whose career goals point toward Europe, whether in consulting, life sciences industry, or research, a master's abroad that combines technical or scientific content with the European professional network is a better investment than an Indian MBA.

• The decision reduces to geography: if you want to work in India, build the network there.
• If you want to work in Europe, the network needs to be built in Europe, and a master's program there is the most efficient way to establish it.
• Doing a European master's with the intention of immediately returning to India permanently is rarely the most efficient path for either goal.