HF -> PE

Wondering any thoughts on how to transition from HF to PE. I went straight to 20b+ AUM l/s equity fund straight from undergrad, so no transaction experience.

  1. MBA -> PE. If so what schools could provide this opportunity?
  2. MBA -> IB -> PE. What is recruiting like as an associate?
  3. Moving directly. Any anecdotal examples of this?

Would appreciate any help! Thank you!

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