IBM CBD vs Capital One Business Analyst

hey everyone, i am a senior at a target school for both IBM and cap1 and I recently received offers for both the IBM consulting by degrees program as a Business Analytics consultant and at Capital One to be a Business Analyst. I'm interested in analytics/big data and using these skills to make business decisions. Longer term, i'd like to get into VC or start my own tech company.

So here's what I'd like to know:
- Which of these two programs will better set me up for entrance to business school?
- Which of these two programs will make me competitive for VC/PE jobs in 2-5 years?
- Which company will make me competitive for jobs at silicon valley tech companies? i think i know the answer... but i'd like to hear what you all say about IBM vs cap1 on this one.

thanks!!

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I think this one is a obvious in my opinion. I would definitely choose IBM. The name IBM holds more weight for MBA programs as opposed to Capital One. I think Cap1 is great too, but just IBM is slightly better. I think IBM is the answer for all of your questions. I hope this helps. Good luck with your decision!

 

I think this one is a obvious in my opinion. I would definitely choose IBM. The name IBM holds more weight for MBA programs as opposed to Capital One. I think Cap1 is great too, but just IBM is slightly better. I think IBM is the answer for all of your questions. I hope this helps. Good luck with your decision!

 

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