Is LBS MBA still a strong pipeline to London IB?

Is LBS MBA still worth it if you're targeting IB in London? MBA in Europe definitely doesn't hold as much weight as in US, but can LBS be treated as plan?

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Yes, it can be considered a plan but as you hint - the European market is structurally different to the one in the US
In London, my understanding is that you simply do not have many IB Associate spots for MBA students. I know Citi take some but don't think many others do. You asking this question suggests that you haven't done much research on the topic; have a look at older WSO threads chatting about LBS/Insead recruitment placement and IB more specifically

 

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