Master at Erasmus School of Economics or semi-target in the UK?

Hi everyone, I'm about to finish my bachelor in Bocconi (International Economics and Management Course) but I found myself more interested in finance, and I would like to do a master in the field. I would eventually like to break in London in banking (but not necessarily, I try to avoid tunnel vision), even if I'm sure it will take some time. 

So, regarding masters, searching around I found the ones offered by ESE, which I believe are the best priced in Europe for what they offer. Alternatively, I could aim for a semi-target in UK (Warwick?), but that would be a significant investment. What do you think is better? I wouldn't mind to stay in the NL for a while in case I won't make it to the UK and I will choose the former.

I will apply as well to Bocconi MCs Finance, but I'm not sure that
1. I will be able to get in, my GPA (28.5/30) is slightly lower than who got admitted past years;
2. The price (nearly as an UK master) is worth what it will give me placement wise, considering that I absolutely do not want to stay in Italy. 

Any suggestion? Anyone who went to ESE and made it in London? Any feedback would be much appreciated.

Thank you for your attention.

4 Comments
 

If it was RSM, then I would say yes. But unless you want to work in the Netherlands, UK semi target is a better option. Either way, it's going to be difficult as London is the most competitive city out there, all other target schools from different places of Europe are aiming to work in London as well. But you will have a good shot in Amsterdam if you go to ESE. Plus, studies at ESE are extremely tough compared to the UK schools. 

 

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