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MiM vs MiF for IB
Hey guys, I am currently finishing my undergraduate degree in economics from a good university in the UK and am going to do a gap year with work experience before applying for a masters degree. My goal is to go into IB for 1-2 years and then into PE or Growth Equity. Unfortunately my GPA is not that...
SSE MAVFM vs. RSM F&I Master vs. Finance Master @ German universities
Hi Monkeys, As per the title, I am currently deciding between different options for my master studies. I completed my undergraduate degree in business administration at a German university and undertook internships at a mid-cap IB boutique and a mid-cap PE firm, both with a focus on the DACH region....
Stay in NYC job to pursue Msc Finance in London
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International Student : Break into USA IB
hello wso, Im a french BBA student at a target french business school (emlyon its like top 4 in france, basically you can go to MBB & EB/BB) and I would like to work in IB in New York for some years then come back in France. I was thinking of doing a Master in Finance degree (STEM) in USA after my...
University of Amsterdam vs VU amsterdam vs University of Groningen.
Hello all on this forum, I am currently enrolled in a master's in Real Estate at the university of Groningen in the Netherlands, coming from a urban planning bachelor I wanted to have some more business-related degree, which turned out to be an excellent choice. I got finance courses and I...
Taking GRE or GMAT for Top UK Msf
Will likely be applying to top UK Msf ex-Oxbridge (LSE, LBS, Imperial) + HEC Paris for 2025 entry and am starting my journey to study for either GRE or GMAT. I'm from good semi target UK undergrad (Bath/KCL/Bristol) but not studying a math intensive program (English/Philosophy) and am an...
Which MSc Finance Should I be targetting?
Hey Everyone, I want to work in IB preferably in London so I should study in target universities. Background: Industrial Engineer in Turkiye with 3.24 GPA at the best engineering school in our country (my gpa is low because our university cut all the grading because of covid, 1st in our department...
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Whu vs Frankfurt vs EDHEC vs IE for Master in Finance program
Hey there! I got offers from IE, Frankfurt, WHU for their master in finance program and EDHEC for it's MSc in corporate Finance and Banking program. I am an Indian student with 2 years of experience in Business Consulting Risk department of EY LLP India with CFA level 1. And I want to work in...
UChicago vs. Carnegie Mellon vs. Emory vs. Johns Hopkins
I was fortunate enough to be offered admission for Masters programs at the following 4 universities - University of Chicago (Booth), Carnegie Mellon (Tepper), Emory (Goizueta), and Johns Hopkins (Carey). Wanted to get the community's thoughts on which university/program would be most beneficial...
Choosing Between LBS MFA, LSE MSc, Imperial MSc in Finance for Investment Banking and Future PhD Pursuit
Hi everyone, I'm facing a bit of a dilemma and could use some insights from those who are familiar with the finance industry and academic pathways. I've been fortunate enough to be accepted into both the LBS MFA (Master of Financial Analysis) program and the LSE MSc in Finance program, and I'm...
Does a target master cover a non target bachelor’s with no relevant internship? (Europe)
I’m asking this because usually here in Italy the Bachelor’s degree doesn’t have the same weight of a bachelors in the UK(except Bocconi), is it possibile to start doing internships from a master’s, for example first year IB analyst at a small firm and the second year trying for a BB?
Seeking guidance for masters programs - Profile evaluation
Hello, I am turning to you for advice and insights regarding my search for an "elite" master programme. My goal is to pursue a career in M&A and possibly move into private equity. Below are my credentials and aspirations: Academic Excellence : I have a strong academic record with a GPA of 3.9/4.0,...
Masters after a year in IB?
Looking at attending a top tier MS program after one year in IB. Eventual goal is to pivot towards a buyside role (AM, HF, MF). Know this isn't the typical route given many kids attend these programs to land the job I currently have, but thought process is the intangibles of attending a prestigious...
Humanities Student want to break in Finance! Escp or Msc in finance?
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Master's Program Recommendations for IB
Hello everyone, I'm a third-year student from Bocconi, expecting to graduate with a first-class degree. Currently, I'm in a Big 4 advisory role and had a corporate finance internship the previous year. Given my background and career aspirations in IB, I'm evaluating some top-tier master's programs,...
Return offer VS multiple internships
Dearest monkeys, I've recently graduated from a European business school with a Bachelor in Business Administration, and now doing my first off-cycle internship in private banking at a BB. Next year I will doing a Master in Finance, aiming for LBS, LSE, Oxford, HEC and other targets. I had a GPA of...
Profile Review
Hi everyone, Looking to gain some input on my potential choices for graduate studies. I come from Latin America and have 5 years of relevant work experience in Finance. Specifically working on several Sales & Trading desk at a BB. I graduated as top 2% of my class and have a bit of academic...
Lost a New York PE internship due to visa timeline, how else do I break into IB? (unconventional background)
I am new here and come from an unconventional background; I know I do not follow the typical path or timeline as most of you here. So, I would be grateful if anyone had any advice for someone in my position. My brief background: - Currently Master of Finance at a Canadian target (grad. Oct 2023) -...
Breaking into FO
I am currently in an asset management BO operations role. Couldn't break into FO role out of school (lower GPA and non-target school). Looking to break into FO and don't feel like the work that I'm currently doing is relevant experience that will help me get into FO role. I know that networking is...
Was lazy; now lost. Help plan my future?
Hi everyone. I'm entering my final year of [target course] at [UK target school] this September. In an ideal world, I would've known about IB before university, applied to Spring Weeks, converted the SW or applied for Summer programme with the SW on the CV and would be doing the SA now to be joining...
MBA or Master in Finance?
Hi everyone, I am looking for advice on a few programs that I have available. I seem to get conflicting viewpoints and would appreciate some additional input. I have offers from Notre Dame 1-year MBA and NYU Stern/HKUST MSc in Global Finance. Also, I am waiting on decisions from other Mfin/MSF/etc....
ESCP Masters or Off cycles attempt for a year?
Hi, really need some advice here. I have an offer for ESCP MiF, and I didn't apply to any other because I didn't have time to do GMAT. After I finish my exams, I have a summer internship at a BB, but I don't want to be overconfident and bet on converting and having an early grad start because of how...
Which are the top 5 business schools for Masters in Finance (pre-experience; career change) and then onwards to IB.
Hi all, First off, I am so thankful for this community. I am looking to pursue my Master of Finance in the US. The issue is that I come from a non-Business & non- STEM background which is making it really hard for me to even look at Unis because all of them want some kind of quantitative experience...
HEC Paris and Bocconi
Hello everynone! I have been admitted to both MSc in Finance at Bocconi and MScT Data Science and Finance double degree between HEC and École Polytechnique and have about 3 weeks to decide where to go. I came here to get as much information on both schools (actually all three) in order to take the...
Master for IB/M&A
Hi guys, I am a final year business admin and finance student from Geneva, Switzerland. My goal is to work in IB/M&A in London, and as I come from a non-target uni in Geneva and I don't have relevant experience in finance, I wanted to do a master in finance in London in order to find a good summer...
London MSc in Finance: LSE vs LBS
Hey guys, I am looking to apply to a Masters in Finance in London as a college senior with ample Private Equity experience. I want to learn more about the structure, alumni network, lectures, professors and overall experience of students at London School of Economics and London Business School...
How many schools should I apply for (MFin) with this profile
Hi all, I'm applying to a bunch of schools, I wonder if I should add some “safety net” schools to my selection. Could you tell me if my profile is competitive for these programs or am I aiming to high? Undergrad: Shit Uni in the UK (Top 30-50) with very little alumni in banking (First Class...
ER SA -> MsF -> IBD FT (?)
Hi all, Current senior at a non-target (top LAC) and going to do a Master's in Finance program at a T25 B-School (USC, Emory, Vanderbilt) next year. Last summer, I was an SA for a regional boutique in IBD, but I did not accept the return offer knowing I was likely going to pursue a master's degree....
Profile evaluation for European master in finance
Hi, I'm from Italy and I'm finishing my bachelor's in business and economics. I want to enroll in a master's in finance or management to then get into investment banking or consulting. It's virtually impossible to enter with only a bachelor's, so I really need to get a master's and I would like to...
ESSEC vs Bocconi MSc
Sorry if this story is too long. I have been accepted into ESSEC's Master in Finance and Bocconi's MSc in Finance for next year's intake. Bocconi's offer just came today with a full scholarship covering tuition fees. I have already paid ESSEC's deposit and submitted a loan application with Prodigy...
Which Finance Master to Choose
Hi everyone, I am a graduate student at the University of Catania, Italy, studying Business Economics. You definatelly haven't heard of it, and that is why I am searching for a highly reputable finance master's program, my dream is to break in IB in London, but working in other big European Capitals...
MSc Finance Entry Requirements at top universities
I am writing in this forum to clarify something about the graduate admissions process for top MSc Finance programs in Europe/UK. I am on track to finishing my degree in business administration with solid 1 st honors (top 10%) from a decently known* European business school. However, my quantitative...
Should I take CFA level 1 alongisde my Master's?
I have been accepted to ESSEC's Master in Finance for the 2023 intake. I am not an EU citizen and I don't speak French, and I was wondering if taking the CFA level 1 would help me land internships and maybe secure a full-time offer in London. If so, I will take it in May, but I'm not entirely sure...
Got offers from Bayes, Nottingham. Waiting on Warwick for Msc
If I don't get into Warwick (60% chance of not getting in), which offer should I accept? The course structure is better at Bayes but employability wise on LinkedIn, I see more Nottingham grads in IB roles. Any advice would be beneficial!
Should I pursue a specialized Master program after my MSc?
Hello, I am a quantitative finance MSc student from Italy. Since I have no work experience and also my university is faaaar from being a top university I am having a very hard time to even reach an interview at internship positions, even though I have extremely high grades (GPA 3.86) I was wondering...
Target Msc for Asset Management
Looking to break into AM I have compiled a list of programmes in Europe, if someone could give me a ranking. I know of the well-known UK masters but they're out of my price range. I am European and speak only English and looking to work in London. I've picked MSc that are about a year or a year and...
Master of Finance VS MBA
Hello, this is my first time posting. I'm a recent graduate, and I want to work in a hedgefund, but I had a degree in business administration, and I didn't do any financial internships during my undergraduate. As a result I am thinking of getting a master of finance at USC next year while a work for...
What's the best next move?
Hi all, Writing this to hopefully get career advice (hopefully with someone who's been down this path). I made the mistake of just studying hard at a non-target, not adequately networking, and relied on cold applying. I recently graduated with a retail banking job (Personal Banker). I don't dislike...
Help me on this one (VC to get into IBD) MSF to Analyst or MBA to Associate?
Could use the forums help on this one: I'm a 1st analyst at a small VC fund. I'm working ~60-70hrs/week, getting paid peanuts and not learning much. I can't simply change jobs and apply to IBD because I'm international and my visa will expire in January -- meaning I'll have to go back to my...
What is the best Finance Master's programme to get placement in London IB?
Hello everyone, I have seen this similar question posed on WSO, but I am looking for some very recent insights. I am currently preparing for my Masters, with the aim of getting into IB in London. Based on insights from others and info on WSO, my top four picks are as follows: LBS Financial Analysis...
LSE vs St. Gallen Masters
Hi everyone, I got offers from both HSG and LSE to study in their main finance masters program. My main goal is definetly to break into Investment Banking, though I dont really have a preference between London and Frankfurt. So far, I have completed internships in Big4 transaction advisory, strategy...
Rank European Masters in Finance Schools
Currently in the first year of my bachelor's in economics from India. Planning to do Masters in Finance in Europe right after my UG with 0 work experience. Want to work in Asset Management after my master's preferably in London but wouldn't mind France. (also I'm learning French in college).How...
Which Program? NYU MOT, Vandy MSF, USC MSF, Duke MMS
Hey guys, Just wondering which program out of these 5 has the best chance to get into wall street. what would you rank them? Thanks a lot!! A little background about me: International student, graduate from the University of Florida in 2020 with a finance degree, worked in NYC for 1 year as a...
Target schools importance in the world of finance
Hi All, Currently I'm grately concerned about the future of my finance career, to be more specific, I’m quite at the loggerheads about what to do next. My name is Dmytrii, I’m from Ukraine. This year I’ve enrolled to of the Austrian university to obtain a masters degree in finance. Frankly,...
MSc Bocconi vs MAFINRISK Bocconi
I am graduating in July 2022 from the University of Exeter (UK) with a BSc Economics and Finance and after this I want to get further education at Bocconi since I am thinking of working in Italy (Milan) and I think getting a master would help me enhance my CV. I have completed two internships in...
Which Masters to pick
Hello friends, I have recently delved into some thought concerning my future studies and work opportunities. About me: 2:1 undergrad from German university (pretty bad 2:1 tho should be a 3.3 gpa or so) GMAT 740 Toefl 110 Audit internship at big4 with plans to do an M&A one after either at small...
Master Thesis - Subject
Hi guys, So I'm about to write my master thesis in finance in about 3 months and I haven't really found out anything to write about. I know that I eventually want to land a IBD/PE job, so I would prefer that my subject is towards that career. I will also try to pitch the subject to different...
February/ March too late to apply for top MSc programmes?
Hello everyone! I have just finished my Bachelor’s degree and would like to apply for a Master’s programme (2022 intake). My preferred programmes are the MFA (LBS), MFE (Oxford), and MFin & PE (LSE). Unfortunately, I will not be able to prepare much for my GMAT before January because I have an...
Economics undergraduate seeking advice on masters and internships
Dear Recruiters, Masters students (past or present) & fellow forum users. I need your advice! I have just graduated with an 80%+ BSc in Economics at an above-average (but nothing special) University in the UK. I was accepted onto the MSc Investment & Wealth Management masters programme at Imperial...
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