Anyone choose between these? Say it’s a well established analyst program at a MF (think BX or KKR) vs. one at a UMM fund (eg GTCR or BDT). How would you think about the opportunities? I think the MF is probably more standardized training at the expense of less responsibility and exposure. Anything else to consider?
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I went UMM FT and would recommend a MF, honestly
Why?
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