Notre Dame (Mendoza) or Indiana (Kelley) MSF?
Hi. I am an international student currently a senior majoring in finance at a non-target school. Would like to secure a job in the country preferably Equity Research or IB.
Which program ( Mendoza vs Kelley) would better help me to finding a job?
Ah, the age-old question of Mendoza vs Kelley! Both are fantastic schools, but let's break it down a bit.
Based on the most helpful WSO content, Notre Dame Mendoza and Indiana Kelley both have their unique strengths. Notre Dame Mendoza has a strong alumni network, and it's been noted that Notre Dame alums are often more willing to go to bat for undergrads. There's a bit of a cult following at ND, which can be a powerful asset when it comes to job hunting.
On the other hand, Indiana Kelley is highly regarded, especially if you're aiming for IB at a BB in a big market. It's been mentioned that if you're looking for a career in IB, IU could be a strong choice.
However, remember that both schools will provide you with a solid foundation in finance. Your personal fit and comfort with the program should also play a significant role in your decision.
In the end, it's not just about the school you go to, but also about the effort you put into networking, gaining relevant experience, and honing your skills. So, whichever school you choose, make sure to make the most of the opportunities available to you!
Sources: Kelley School of Business at Indiana University or University of Florida?, Notre Dame > Georgetown?, ND Mendoza vs Vanderbilt vs Northwestern vs Georgetown MSB?, For undergrad, any major difference in outcome/prestige UMich Ross vs. Notre Dame Mendoza?
Getting into IB from an MSF program is incredibly difficult, no matter where you go.
Some banks will not look at MSF students at all, because some MSF students believe they should be higher than first-year analyst in recruiting, some even thinking that the master's degree qualifies them for an associate position.
The other problem is that most are 12-month programs, so you either need to have had some financial-services-related internship during undergrad, or you need to try to get an internship during the summer before the MSF program starts. Some MSF programs offer an 18-month program (allowing for a summer internship between months 12 and 15), which can be helpful, but it requires you to be recruiting for an internship before you've started the MSF program, because the MSF students compete against sophomores for summer analyst positions.
Either way, it will require an exorbitant amount of networking and self-preparation to land an internship or full-time job in IB out of an MSF program.
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