What to people feel about firms paying for thier MBAs, is it a good idea. Or is being tied to a firm after completion a negative thing? Is it not wiser to see whats out there before committing. My firm is ok, they have said they would pay half but expect me to come and work for them after. I can afford to pay it myself (with help from parents), although it is very expensive. Also on completion of an MBA at a top 5 bs, and with 3/4 years experience in consulting, what would be my salary range on graduating. A ball park figure in consulting and perhaps one in industry would be very much appreciated. regards

Ballpark figures on your salary are dependent upon the company, your background, your skills, your achievements at school, your internship between your first and second year, the market conditions at the time you are looking for the job, your interviewing ability, .... Get the idea?If you want to trudge through your job and MBA, go for the part-time route, but you'll have absolutely no life outside of work and school for 3+ years. Then, you'll be tied to your company for another 3 years or so. If they are only paying half, though, I don't see why you would have to commit so much to them. If they paid all up front, or via reimbursement, then it's par for the course.Go full-time and take the risk of no income and footing the bill for a couple years. You'll enjoy the experience 10x more and probably have a better chance making the career transition you're looking for.