Got offers from ESCP and LSE for their respective MiFs.
I am eventually aiming for a macro PM role, potentially starting off in rates/rates vol trading at a bank.
Which one do you recommend considering my goals?
Feel free to ask me any extra questions
Thanks in advance
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, LSE's MSc Finance would likely be the stronger choice for your goals of pursuing a macro PM role or starting in rates/rates vol trading. Here's why:
Reputation and Placement in London: LSE has a slightly stronger reputation in London, which is a key financial hub and aligns with your career aspirations. Its alumni network and brand recognition are highly regarded in the City.
Focus on Financial Markets: LSE's MSc Finance is known for its emphasis on financial markets and technical rigor, which aligns well with your interest in macro and trading roles. This program is designed to provide a solid foundation in quantitative and analytical skills, crucial for rates/rates vol trading.
Networking Opportunities: Being in London, LSE offers unparalleled access to networking events, guest lectures, and proximity to major financial institutions, which can be instrumental in breaking into trading or PM roles.
While ESCP is also a strong program, particularly for corporate finance, it may not provide the same level of focus on financial markets or the same access to London-based opportunities as LSE. If your goal is macro PM or trading, LSE would likely give you a more direct path to achieving it.
Sources: European Master in Finance programmes (pre-experience), Bocconi AFC vs ESCP MiM, Msc Finance ranking Europe, Imperial MSc Finance and Accounting vs LSE MSc Accounting and Finance
ESCP has the better program but tbh the LSE brand still holds more weight even though outcomes and cohort quality haven't exactly been solid.
If you have good internships already then they will both place very well. With ESCP you get more London /Paris optionality though
Thanks for the comment
Why do you believe that ESCP has a better program?
At ESCP you specialise more through the dedicated markets track, and you're obliged to do an internship to graduate which gives a bigger boost than the LSE name alone.
And man, the LSE career services are so bare bones, and you lose access quickly.
LSE MiF is a very express degree, and tbh only useful for a certain type of profiles so unless I know more about you I can't say for certain that it will bring you value
Thanks
You must be French? Escp don't take anglophones usually for the MiF.
London is the best for rates/fx trading so naturally LSE will have an advantage. It's a risky option though. If you think you can land something within the limited time that you have, then its worth it.
If you don't have a good trajectory yet then Escp will prepare you better, give you more time and you will have a great role either in Paris or London when you finish, that's certain.
Thanks
I'm going to be frank with you. It's not really going to make much difference. If you get good grades and pass the interviews you will get a job. Most (if not all) of the things you'll need, you'll learn at the desk, not uni.
Whatever you do, make sure you get very good grades and immediately start looking for a job/internship. It's very competitive out there. Good luck and well done on the offers.
Thanks
you're welcome
No difference tbh. You will pass screenings with both which is all that matters. The rest is on your proactivity (networking, internships, clubs like LSESU or escp-hec finance society etc.)
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