What do I do?

Hi all,

Final-year econ student at a UK non-target with a couple of small WM/AM internships. My end goal is IB but I’m struggling to deciding between two next steps:

  • MSc Finance at Imperial
  • Big 4 Transaction Services grad scheme (3-year rotational)

I'm leaning more towards TS as it offers me a chance to at least get somewhat involved in FDD rather than re-recruiting next year, but happy to hear any advice/insights. 

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