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02-03-2015 | 10:43 AM
#6812
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The time to get a degree doesn't make sense to me either. When I look for candidates, I just look at the college attended, and the major, GPA doesn't even matter.
02-03-2015 | 12:02 PM
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02-03-2015 | 01:01 PM
#6815
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Hiring data point...my latest internal recommendation took just a week for the individual to get an invite via mail. Normal time has been 30-60 days for other ones I have sent in since August. Individual is retiring AF with very limited flying (10 hours a month) past few years due to staff job.
02-03-2015 | 01:32 PM
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Hiring data point...my latest internal recommendation took just a week for the individual to get an invite via mail. Normal time has been 30-60 days for other ones I have sent in since August. Individual is retiring AF with very limited flying (10 hours a month) past few years due to staff job.
02-03-2015 | 01:36 PM
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True, Delta places a high emphasis on education. I would argue more of an emphasis on education/training than on aviation achievements. I had access to a PPT put out by ALPA/Delta about hiring, and there were a few slides on "Key Selection Factors." The very first slide was on education, followed by a slide on flying training, then a slide on employment history/achievements. That might tell you where they prioritize education versus flying versus work history.
Unfortunately, education is years behind us and we can't change the parameters of what we majored in or how long it took us to graduate, but those are the items they look at. I know it's a big commitment, but folks might consider starting a graduate program if you have the time and means - it will boost your GPA and credentials in Delta's eyes.
Unfortunately, education is years behind us and we can't change the parameters of what we majored in or how long it took us to graduate, but those are the items they look at. I know it's a big commitment, but folks might consider starting a graduate program if you have the time and means - it will boost your GPA and credentials in Delta's eyes.
Thanks again for providing that.
02-03-2015 | 02:49 PM
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Unfortunately, yes. When applications are reviewed, "time to complete degree" is a major factor in scoring. Once you are selected for an interview they are people and have been very good about hearing people's stories and understanding we are all human, but the initial selection is very particular about this.
02-03-2015 | 03:36 PM
#6819
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Hiring data point...my latest internal recommendation took just a week for the individual to get an invite via mail. Normal time has been 30-60 days for other ones I have sent in since August. Individual is retiring AF with very limited flying (10 hours a month) past few years due to staff job.
02-03-2015 | 03:37 PM
#6820
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Unfortunately, yes. When applications are reviewed, "time to complete degree" is a major factor in scoring. Once you are selected for an interview they are people and have been very good about hearing people's stories and understanding we are all human, but the initial selection is very particular about this.
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