Where should i do my exchange semester in europe? I have a 4.5/6 average but do have a strong CV with IB M&A Experience at a BB

Hi guys, I am currently studying at HSG with an average of 4.5/6 and am looking to do at least 1 exchange semester abroad. What universities in Europe (except germany) do you recommend for someone who wants to go into IB? I know that in England UCL, Oxbridge, LSE and Imperial are target schools but what are my chances of getting into the exchange programs? As mentioned, while my grade point averages are nothing special I do have a strong CV with IB M&A experience at a BB firm, does that play into my application?

thanks in advance, cheers.

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Hi alessandro.tronza, the silence is deafening, sorry about that.... Any of the threads below helpful?

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