Warwick Vs Bocconi

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's a breakdown to help you decide:

1. Recruiting for London:

   • Warwick: Strong reputation in the UK, especially for spring weeks and summer internships. Many students secure opportunities in London, and being in the UK simplifies visa processes for internships and post-graduation work.
   • Bocconi: While Bocconi has a solid reputation and alumni network in London, it is generally stronger for Italian students. Non-Italian students may face more challenges leveraging the alumni network, but it is still possible to break into London with effort.

2. Visa Considerations:

   • Studying at Warwick makes it easier to secure a UK work visa since you're already in the country. UK employers are more familiar with Warwick graduates and the visa process for them.
   • From Bocconi, securing a UK visa for internships or jobs can be more challenging, as you'll need to navigate additional hurdles as an international student.

3. Cost:

   • Bocconi: Total cost is ~£90k, which is significantly lower than Warwick. However, you must factor in the opportunity cost of potentially more challenging visa and recruiting processes.
   • Warwick: Total cost is ~£150k, but the extra £20k/year could be worth it for the ease of access to London opportunities and the stronger UK network.

4. Alumni Support:

   • Bocconi: Alumni are helpful, but the network is more robust for Italian students. Non-Italians may need to put in extra effort to connect with alumni in London.
   • Warwick: Alumni network is well-established in the UK, and the proximity to London makes networking events and connections more accessible.

5. Is Warwick worth the extra £20k/year?:

   • If your primary goal is to work in London, Warwick offers a more direct path with fewer barriers (e.g., visa, alumni network). The additional cost could be justified by the higher likelihood of securing internships and jobs in the UK.
   • However, if cost is a significant concern and you're confident in your ability to network and navigate visa challenges, Bocconi remains a strong option.

Recommendation: For an international student aiming for London, Warwick is likely the better choice despite the higher cost, as it simplifies recruiting and visa processes. However, if budget constraints are critical, Bocconi can still work with extra effort in networking and preparation.

Sources: Bocconi vs. Warwick, Bocconi AFC vs ESCP MiM, International Student - Chance of getting an IBD internship in London?, European Master in Finance programmes (pre-experience), University Of St. Andrews experience? Opinions?