Booth vs. Sloan for private equity
Hi all,
I just got into Booth and Sloan for deferred admission (2-5 year deferral period). I feel very fortunate to have gotten in but am having trouble deciding between the two.
I am an incoming investment banking analyst at a large bank (think Credit Suisse) and am hoping to move to PE/VC (or maybe a HF). To be honest, I'm not sure exactly how business school fits into these plans. I don't know many people who have gone to business school or even who work in finance.
Does anyone have a view on Booth vs. Sloan? In particular, which is better for helping someone land a good job in private equity?
Also, does anyone think I should say no to both? I didn't get into HBS 2+2, Wharton deferred admission, or Stanford GSB deferred admission, but it appears that these three schools are significantly better than Booth and Sloan for PE recruitment purposes. My GMAT was a 770 and I had a 4.0 coming from a target school (think HYPS), but I am from a traditional demographic and may not have a great "story." Should I lock down Booth or Sloan, or should I say no and go for H/W/S later on?
If it's relevant, I'm a lateral hire at the investment bank and don't know what group I'll be in. I'm trying to get into a good coverage group but there's a non-negligible chance I end up in capital markets, which I gather is worse for PE/VC/HF recruitment.
Thank you all. I'm really having trouble here -- as you can tell -- and am enormously grateful for your help.
I wouldn't commit to either at this point. I think you will have a good shot at HSW (particularly W) later on. Worst case scenario you can always apply to Booth and/or Sloan in the future.
Realistically, H/S are tough for everyone, but with a 4.0 from HYPS and a 770, you're pretty close to a lock at Wharton, IMO.
If you really want to commit to one, go with Booth. Sloan doesn't have much of a network in PE at all and doesn't align with your current goals.
Edit: Obviously, getting into any of these schools isn't a guarantee, but I think if you perform well over the next few years (and maybe hire a consultant since your story is admittedly boring), you will be fine.
Booth is better for post-MBA PE placement. Most of these deferred enrollment programs are non-binding, so just pay the few thousand dollars every year for a solid back-up option.
Were you rejected by H/S/W with no interviews? Are you a White/Asian male?
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