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Columbia University

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It's worth it! - Program Coordinator Columbia University Employee Review

4.0
5 Apr 2016
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Pros

Columbia University is located in Morningside Heights, which is beautiful. The university offers great benefits and access to an amazing library and museums across the city.

Cons

Depending on the Department, School, or Office where one is located, political maneuvering can proceed productivity. This may be an unworkable environment if one expects collaboration and the ability to take ownership of projects. Take it or leave it some offices are autocratic.

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5.0
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Pros

Supportive staff and clear role requirements

Cons

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1.0
12 Jun 2026
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Pros

The people in the trenches The students The passionate faculty

Cons

Leadership, their inefficiencies and poor decisions Very dysfunctional environment HR does whatever leadership tells them to do, including covering issues by "friends of the boss", This favoritism approach also includes approvals for who gets to work from out of state even when the position can be easily filled by local workers and the creation of new jobs for those that are chosen. Very poor financial decisions. Big big pay on top, Low pay on bottom. Very little room for growth unless someone likes you and you are the right color.

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