Profile evaluation and advice
Hi all,
I've been on this forum for quite some time without posting anything, but now as I prepare for my MSc applications for next year I could really use some help. My target programs are HEC/LBS/LSE/Imperial
Profile
Final year finance student at a balkan university which is a target in my country but unknown outside of it.
Grades: 8.3/10, will probably finish with 8.5+ which is considered merit here
GMAT Focus Edition: 655 or 700-710 in Classic, 91st percenitle
IELTS: TBD
CFA Level 1 passed
President of unis finance club
Ex-pro basketball player with my country's youth national team
Internships
3 months at a Maritime and Shipping company, non-finance related
5 months at a non-Big 4 advisory firm in their TAS department
Right now I'm trying to get another internship and I have two offers:
1) A small regional IB boutique that does deals in the 50mn-1bn range, it will start in March and end in November.
2) Big 4 (FDD) department that does deal origination and buy-side advisory too, time frame is March-September.
Which one of the two offers should I accept? What can I do to increase my chances of being admitted to one of the unis above? Thank you you all for taking the time to read this.
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights and advice for your profile and decision-making:
Profile Evaluation
Internship Decision
You have two internship offers: 1. Small Regional IB Boutique: Deals in the 50mn-1bn range, from March to November. 2. Big 4 (FDD) Department: Deal origination and buy-side advisory, from March to September.
Recommendations
Internship Choice:
Advice: If your goal is to break into high finance roles, the IB boutique might offer more specialized experience. However, the Big 4 name could carry more weight in terms of brand recognition and networking opportunities.
Enhancing Your Application:
Conclusion
Both internship options have their merits, but the choice should align with your long-term career goals and the specific strengths of each program. Focus on improving your GMAT score, securing a high IELTS score, and gaining relevant experience to enhance your application for HEC, LBS, LSE, and Imperial.
Good luck with your applications!
Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/school/admitted-to-imperial-college-business-school-msc-finance-and-lse-msc-finance-for-2019?customgpt=1, International Student - Chance of getting an IBD internship in London?, Ask mbaMission about Business School Admissions, Ask Accepted: What are my chances?, Accepted to 2 Deferred Enrollment MBA progams, can I just accept both?
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