GS TMT (SF) vs MS FSG (NYC) for exits

I have offers from both and my goal is to do tech buyout at a Thoma/Vista/H&F/Francisco etc.  Which group would be best for exits and experience to prep me for on-cycle recruiting? 

Better Exits / Training for Tech Buyout?

GS TMT (SF)
53% (35 votes)
MS FSG (NYC)
47% (31 votes)
Total votes: 66
2 Comments
 

I think this is pretty self explanatory. The SF Tech investment bank will exit better to SF Tech investing firms… If looking to work in NY after banking, then it’s likely a different story

 

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