Breaking in - MBA choices

Hey everyone,

I am currently a professional athlete in Europe, and have about 5-6 years before retiring. I am looking to get into PE or VC on the west coast when I finish. I am going to complete my MBA afterward but have reviewed the stats and it seems there is a discrepancy especially for finance to go to Ivey or Queens. If I am planning on transitioning to the Vancouver area would it be more worthwhile to go to UBC for a closer network as opposed to a more developed finance program like Ivey or Queens? Any advice would help thanks!

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