UBS HK vs. Cowen SF, which one should I choose???
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Cowen is definitely not a firm to scoff at. The only concern I'd have with them is the fact that they've been doing a bunch of capital raises and not much on the M&A side.
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Bump, any ideas? Cowen people told me there is almost guarantee for return offer.
Cowen, as stated previously, is a great shop (strong healthcare practice) and given your situation, I would go with it. You also seem to have a liking for SF and the prospect of tech there. I grew up in the Silicon Valley and can assure you that you won't have a lack of options when it comes to applying to tech firms- but you don't need me to tell you that.
Thx so much for ur responses. Really appreciate! I know UBS does not do a good job in the US, but actually UBS is 1st tier in Asia, along with GS and MS. When I received offers from Citi and UBS IBD in HK, I chose UBS, which was also a hard decision. I just don't know if I apply to MBA in the future or switch to other BB or buy-side, Cowen has a strong brand name or not.
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I think it comes down to whether you want to have your long term career in Asia or the US.
Like you said, UBS HK is strong (though I wouldn't say it's on par with GS/MS), and the name will definitely open more doors in Asia. On the other hand, it's much harder to move from UBS HK back to the US, so if your long term plan is to stay in the US, Cowen is probably better.
I am considering pursuing a MBA in US in the future (probably after working two years), after that I may find opportunities in buyside or tech firms. Given this goal, I was wondering which offer is a better choice. Thanks!
In that case UBS gives you a decent brand name. Given that your goal is not a career banker, Cowen will not be a strong starting point. I would go with UBS in HK.
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