Considering MFIN and other master's programs i.e. Cornell Applied Economics & Management Masters, Yale Masters in Asset Management and Columbia MSAFA and was curious as to their placements in IB specifically. The placement stats weren't too helpful on their websites and were much more vague than the MFIN stats so would appreciate any input.
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The best route to IB through a graduate program is always an MBA, why wouldn’t you go that route?
Extremely structured recruiting process, large alumni network and you enter as an associate.
Why not an MBA?
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