Management Consulting vs Investment Banking

Hi All,

I have recently come across a situation where I have to choose between management consulting or investment banking. I was wondering maybe I could get some advice as to which direction I should go? Or how to maybe approach the decision? For context, the consulting role is at Accenture and the IB role is at a small boutique, a team of 6 total.

Thanks,

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