Investment Banking vs Business School

I thought this was a good thought experiment as I look towards my next steps (currently an analyst)

What experiences can you gain from INVESTMENT BANKING ASSOCIATE that overlap with and miss in business school?

I am struggling to warrant paying $300k for business school when I can stay in IB and make $$$ as an associate.

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