Moving to the US

UG European kid currently studying in top Asian uni. Tried to recruit for IBD accross APAC but no chance due to Asian language requirements.

London would probably be more ideal but Asian unis don’t come accross as target and hard to compete against EU students who have done 18 months of internships and are 25 (+ comp is mid).

What is the best way to move to the US? Saw some schools offer MFI but not sure if it’s well regarded? On the other side I also heard going for an MBA without FT experience is quite pointless and doesn’t help with recruitment either.

Would greatly appreciate any insights from ppl with similar experience. Thanks

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ur best shot might be doing a master in UK then recruit for london. Masters in the US are not worth it man, you will also require sponsorship.

 

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