Big 4 Valuation Associate vs Investment Consulting Analyst - Which is better regarded, exit options?

Hello,

Currently, looking at these two opportunities for my first job after undergraduate, I think they're both wonderful opportunities and was hoping you could help me decide. I see finance as a long-term career and want to choose the job that will prepare me the best.

The institutional investment consulting firm is boutique with AUM around 10 billion; I really like their culture and team. What concerns me is that I could be siloed into the investment/asset management industry, which I'm not sure is for me yet.

As for Big 4 valuation, I think it's something you can't go wrong with as it'll prepare me very well for my future. I am wondering if I'm missing something as I'm leaning toward Big 4 right now mainly for the name and its resources. Thank you for the help!

 

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