RBC vs Citi Investment Banking

Hi guys, I'm at a really tough dilemma and need help with a decision thats pending asap. Both are located in Canada, and both have really nice office cultures. Which of these two offers would you take In terms of long term career, grad school after 3-5 years, growth etc.?

Thanks

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JustanothermirageHi guys, I'm at a really tough dilemma and need help with a decision thats pending asap. Both are located in Canada, and both have really nice office cultures. Which of these two offers would you take In terms of exit opportunities, growth etc.?

Thanks

citi dude, hands down.

"...the art of good business, is being a good middle man, putting people togeather. It's all about honor and respect."
 
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JustanothermirageHi guys, I'm at a really tough dilemma and need help with a decision thats pending asap. Both are located in Canada, and both have really nice office cultures. Which of these two offers would you take In terms of exit opportunities, growth etc.?

Thanks

citi dude, hands down.

to be honest - i dont even think thats a valid comparison...

"...the art of good business, is being a good middle man, putting people togeather. It's all about honor and respect."
 

Personally I would go with RBC. It is up and coming in America and it is dominant in Canada. Citi is slashing bonuses and jobs. While RBC is continuously expanding and citing from the post above raising bonuses. You have no idea whether or not you will want to go to grad school in 5 years. So I wouldn't really be worried about the brand but rather the experience you will gain. Even if you still wanted to go to grad school the Citi or RBC brand could easily change with in 5 years to something less desirable. All in all... When in Rome...

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