Master or MBA ?

Hi everybody,

I have two questions and I would love to get some advice :

Question 1 I am wondering which two options would be the best for me if want to leave for PE/VC eventually :

1) Master in Finance at a top university in Europe (LBS/LSE, etc) -> then join MBB (offer can be postponed) -> PE/VC in Europe 2) Join MBB directly after graduating -> then leave for a MBA after 2-3 years of work experience -> PE/VC in Europe

Question 2 Is there a big difference in the value of a Master in Finance from a top university VS the value of a top MBA if I were to join the industry in Corporate Strategy instead of doing PE/VC ?

Thank you very much for your advice !

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