Why is IB so popular?

I am a student in my final year at school before I head off to uni. I want to know whats the craze behind IB. I understand its very high paying, but aren't there many forms of jobs in the financial industry that pay high. Also do other jobs in BB also pay as high or whats the difference? Is my career over if I get into ER, CO or CF?

There are so many on this list but why does IB stand out basically:
https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/user-industry-and…

 

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