Ms in Accounting for IB?

What do you all think about getting a Masters in Accounting (extra 1 summer postgraduate program after completed undergraduate program) with a Bachelors in Finance to go into IB? I am thinking that having a Masters is a great qualification boost to have, and will also teach very relevant skills and content. I don't see myself becoming an accountant in the future, but I think that doing this program is a great opportunity. Does anyone have any advice to offer? Is it worth doing a Masters in Accounting if the goal is ultimately to go into finance? Does going through this program give me a competitive edge for various banks? What is the typical career trajectory like and would an analyst position at an IB still be the first job out of college?

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