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Chances for LSE MSc A&F ?
Hello everyone, I’ve already sent my application file to Bocconi’s MSc in Finance. I would like to now send a file to a B-school in the UK. I think Cass and Imperial programs are too expensive and the returns in terms of reputation and placement opportunities are not that high. This is why I am...
How to prepare for IB recruiting? Going to LSE undergrad next year.
Hi guys I got into LSE and next year will be starting one of their non-econ programs, think history/government/philosophy. How should I prepare for the Spring Week recruiting? I will have 3.5 months in the summer and I would like to utilize this time efficiently. I don't have much on my CV apart...
How well known is LSE in US/Wall Street?
Just wondering how good LSE's reputation is in the US and in particular big cities like US (Wall Street), Chicago? Is it as well regarded as any of the Ivy Leagues? Also, is it well represented on the street?
LSE (Msc Risk and Stochastics) OR Imperial (Msc Finance)
Hello I have an offer from LSE (Msc Risk and Stochastics) and Imperial (Msc Finance) My question is: what is the most prestigious to get into Investment Banking Graduate Programs ? Thanks
European undergrad options for work in the US IB
Hi guys I would like to work in IB in the beginning of my career. Perhaps I will start in London but my long term goal is the US. Say I have these two options - which one is the best for name recognition & prestige and contacts in the US? 1) St. Andrews, BSc in Economics and Statistics (with a lot...
Any LSE Alumni ?
I know the fourm is pretty US-centric but Im just wondering if theres anybody out there, ugrad or postgrad ? I got an offer for Statistics and Finance ugrad and just wondering if anybodys got any insights, stories, info or anything on the Uni first hand ? Posting here because my degree is pretty S&T...
URGENT:LSE FINANCIAL MATHS
Hello community i have an offer for that master.I'm completing my bsc in financial markets.Under the mathematics perspective i've dealt with: -Calculus 1-2 (Functions of several variables,hessians,integrals,Single variable calculus) -Statistics 1( Descriptive and probability up to student and...
Need Advice - Regarding internship opportunities - LSE course
Hello, I am a freshman undergrad from the Minneapolis area having a really hard time getting an internship. I have had a couple of interviews, but no offers yet. So I am applying to a couple of different summer programs that would help boost my resume and that would be a great experience for me. I...
LSE IMEX - MBA Exchange
Hi guys, I am finalizing my application for LSE MSc in International Management but I still need to define my top 3 choices for the 6 months MBA exchange program. The available schools are the following: The Chicago Booth School of Management, University of Chicago The Fuqua School of Business, Duke...
Big 4 vs LSE
Hi all, Long time reader, first time poster. So I've managed to get myself offers for BSc Accounting and Finance at LSE and for A&F at another top 10 university (UK), but it is run by a Big 4 firm, and offers paid internships throughout, a paid year out with them and a almost guaranteed job with...
LSE IB Conference - Problem, Please Help
Hi guys, Firstly, I'd like to thank WSO for the LSE Investment Banking Conference thread from few weeks ago (I think its deleted). I heared about the event here, and I applied that day. Event details: http://www.lse-ibc.com/ Date: Saturday, 1st December 2012 Time: 8.00 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. I have...
LSE's reputation in the Canadian market?
How is LSE viewed in the Canadian Job Market? Specifically the MSc in Accounting & Finance.
University Grade
Just wanted to know, although the minimum requirement to work at an investment bank is a upper second (2:1), do most people at investment banks (particularly IBD ) have a first class? Do I stand a chance, in this competitive recruiting environment, with a 2:1 for ibd jobs at BBs /elite MMs? Is it...
LSE MSc Acc & Fin for non EU/UK Career/PhD Accounting?
Greetings to you wonderful folks here at WSO . I'm looking to pursue LSE's MSc in Accounting & Finance for a non EU/UK career, or a possible PhD in Accounting. My background : MSc Economics, BEng Electrical from top Indian Tech university (IIT/BITS/NIT) GPA 7.2/10 (1st Division) Should Clear all 3...
LSE MSc Fin vs. IMEX
Hi guys, After applying last year to more "international affairs related" programs, I have decided to re-apply this year to more "business oriented" programs. As such, I'm trying to define the specific Masters I want to apply to. My career goals resides in private equity with a focus on impact...
GMAT Quant score/Engineering degree
Hi all, Been reading this site for a while now, but first post, so here goes; I'm currently in my final year at Imperial College doing an Engineering degree (MEng), and in the process of applying for Masters in Finance (or similar) at a variety of the top business schools/universities - LSE ,...
University of London International Programme
In my current career I am unable to study abroad. However, with my International Business undergrad forming an interest in LBS and LSE, I recently came across UoL International Programmes. Check it out: http://www.londoninternational.ac.uk/ I am particularly interested in the MSc, International...
Queen's versus LSE?
Howdy Monkeys, This is more for my cousin since I'm near graduation already. My cousin has just been admitted to Queen's Commerce and also the London School of Economics and has till the end of June to decide. QC has pretty good placement but its pretty clear that LSE is much highly regarded in...
UPenn (CAS) or LSE for investment banking?
Hey everyone, I'm currently an international student who has been accepted into UPenn (CAS) and have an offer from LSE for Economics. I'm currently trying to decide between the two universities and would definatley want a career working in an investment bank or something finance/business related. I...
LSE vs. Stern vs. Johns Hopkins for Undergrad?
First off, apologies if this is under the wrong section. I'm currently deciding between the three schools: LSE (BSc in Economics and Economic History), JHU and Stern (BSc in Business) In terms of future job prospects on Wall Street/City of London, Graduate school opportunities, and just a good 3-4...
Imperial MSc Finance VS LSE MSc Economic History
I took a break from studying dusty economic tomes to see if I could find any useful advice on good old WSO and found nothing of concrete relevance. Therefore I decided to initiate a new thread to get some of your thoughts on the issue at hand. I have offers for both these courses but am yet to...
LSE Overtakes Oxford For #2 Spot Behind Cambridge
According to the Complete University Guide, an independently published and trusted ranking, LSE has broken the ranks of Oxbridge to be named as the #2 university in the U.K. A decline in the job prospects of Oxford's graduates contributed to its slide from second place in last year's table. The...
MSc Management: LSE v. Imperial v. Cass
Hi, I've been accepted to MSc Management programs at: - LSE - Imperial - Cass I need some help deciding which to choose! Basically, I want to know which program employers in the business world, broadly defined, would view as "the best." I am just about to finish my undergrad degree in the US, so I...
Masters?
Hey guys, I've already learnt a lot browsing around on wso but now I'd like to ask for your opinion. I am holding an offer for LSE MSc Econ 12/13 but not sure what to do next: First, I am sure I would have a great time at LSE , I enjoy econ stuff and their MSc is pretty decent. However, do you think...
LSE MSc degrees for recruiting?
Hey guys, I am only a freshman but this is for my friend who is a junior right now and wanted to know what you guys thought. Anyways, recruiting season was especially tough this year ( as many of you would attest to ) and he did not manage get past Superdays. Anyways he was thinking about doing a...
Differentiation in courses
Hey Guys. This is my first post on this website and great to see all of you. I was astonished by the various career paths that one could take to get to IB . I have one similar dilemma and would be grateful if all you experienced guys could help me out. I am planning to apply to LSE and there are...
At LSE for a Msc, should I apply for an Analyst role or Associate?
I have been working for 2 yrs at a top bb in a FLDP , quit my job, and am currently at LSE about to partake in a Msc Finance. I chose to go to grad school so that I could get rebranded and go into equity research - I didn't go the MBA route because I felt that the opportunity cost was too high....
Any alumni of following schools out here?
Is there anyone out here who graduated from/is matriculating in these programs: LSE MiF Princeton MiF Simon Rochester MiF Warwick MiF Vanderbuilt MiF HEC Masters in International Finance (business track) I am planning to apply to these schools and would love some first hand information about the...
RSM or Bocconi (BSc) for IB ?
Hi everyone What is the better way to get into IB in London between : -The BSc in international business administration at RSM -The BSc in international management economics and finance at Bocconi (taught in english) I heard that Bocconi was more famous in London than RSM because RSM's student...
BB Finance Rotational Leadership Program + CPA + MSc from LSE
So I have been part of a finance rotational program at a big bank for the past two years, have a CPA , and am going to LSE for a MSc Finance program. Ideally, I would like to get a job in IB or equity research but want your opinions about what other kind of interesting roles could be available when...
MSc Finance at LSE or HEC Paris?
I have offers to study an MSc in Finance at LSE and at HEC Paris. I realise I am very lucky indeed to have the opportunity to study at either of these universities. I am extremely keen to break into M&A at a top tier bank. I would be really interested to know which of these two courses would be the...
How's the prospect of LSE BSc Mgmt/Mgmt Science into banking?
Hi, I'm an international student from Asia who's looking to spend a year at LSE in 2012 through the General Couse Program and hopefully transfer into LSE at last. I'm deciding between BSc Economics and BSc Mgmt, with the former requiring at least a 3.5 GPA and the latter 3.3. I suppose the BSc Econ...
LSE's MSc Finance and Economics
Hi all, I get accepted from MSc Finance and Economics at LSE . I plan to work as analyst after I get master's degree. My goal is to become a fund (or risk) manager in the future. Yesterday, I talked to a student who took the LSE's program before. He does not like the program at all. He said that the...
Want a job at Goldman Sachs? Go to LSE!
This is getting passed around Facebook a lot, worth a look!
LSE - Sir Howard Davies
Where my LSE people at? Just got an email earlier about Howard Davies resigning because he took research money from the Qaddafi clan. Personally, I'm happy about this, I can't stand what he did to the school having basically turned it into a diploma mill / money pit for students. I'm all for being a...
Want a job at Goldman Sachs? UK worth a look
Going around UK a lot, worth a look!
Is my profile good enough for a MSF program in the UK?
I've been following this site for awhile now, but this is my very first post! I'm a prospective MSF student, and I've applied to several schools in the US, but I'm not feeling stellar about my chances of acceptance, so I'm trying to decide if I should also apply to some programs in the UK. I think...
LSE TRIUM MBA - Review/Thoughts?
Hello - I am considering the LSE TRIUM MBA program for this September - I have about 10 years consulting experience spread over 2 of the big 4s primarily in system integration - but more and more in project management. I am looking for a general program that will give me more exposure to strategic...
Which uni for postgrad degree ? (UK - Cass, WBS, LSE)
Hello, I'd like to know your thoughts. I am applying for postgrad studies in the UK. My goal is to work in the banking industry (maybe in PE , HF after graduation). What uni do you prefer+recommend and if possible could you give me reasons as well? I have offers from: Cass Business School - MSc...
Studying Business Abroad Questions...
I will be studying abroad the semester after I graduate and am looking for suggestions in regards to where to go. I'm currently considering LSE or Peking University (formerly Beijing University) for business/econ - was also looking into Oxford / Cambridge, but it seems like they offer mainly...
Study Business Abroad Suggestions?
I will be studying abroad the semester after I graduate and am looking for suggestions in regards to where to go. I'm currently considering LSE or Peking University (formerly Beijing University) for business/econ - was also looking into Oxford / Cambridge, but it seems like they offer mainly...
Importance of other things than grades
Hi How much does other factors than grades matter when applying to business schools? I'm thinking about applying to LSE Finance and PE (I will of course also apply to several other programs). I am expecting to graduate with a Bachelor's degree, major finance/economics minor business. As part of my...
LSE General Course and Internship
I'm looking at maybe doing the LSE General Course but I'm unsure how it would fit with an internship the following summer. The General Course ends June 29th which is much later than banking internships start. I would still really like to do this but I'd like to get some input on how I could make...
LSE Student - Help!
Hello all, I am an American doing a 1 year masters at the LSE right now. So, I am primarily looking at London recruiting but I will also do some apps for US locations. My main interests are equity research and investment management but I am trying to keep an open mind to other positions as well. Any...
What to do summer before sophomore year?
I'm currently a freshman in college and I'm exploring my options for the coming summer. This past summer I did a finance-related internship at a small firm. I wanted to hear your suggestions for what to do in order to best set up my career. Some options I'm considering: 1. As an aspiring ibanker, I...
Can't choose - LSE or Stockholm School of Economics (SSE)
Hey, I want to work in FO IB or S&T in London once I graduate. I have about a month to decide which program to pursue : - LSE MSc in Finance or - SSE in MSc Business and Economics (Finance) I'd love to spend two years in Stockholm, but I'm also attracted to the program and brand name at LSE . 1) Is...
MSc Finance and Economics at LSE
Hi, I have applied to LSE for their MSc in Finance and Economics. My profile is: Under graduation: BA Hons Economics from SRCC (India's Best College)-agg 67% Work Experience for 2 years with a quant research firm and 1470 in my GRE with a 780 in quant.. My aggregate converts into a upper/high end...
London School of Economics - Lehman internship
Saw this posted at studentroom, a UK forum, for a Lehman internship. These stats are damn impressive!! http://i45.tinypic.com/ajqb7p.jpg (Org: http://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=…)
In a bind: LSE vs. Vandy
Thanks for the comments.
LSE MSc Finance vs. INSEAD MBA
Hi all, need a little help evaluating my choices. I was recently accepted to the August/September 2010 intakes for both LSE and INSEAD and I'm having difficulty choosing as I know that both schools are very prestigious and every alumnus I've met from either program is really enthusiastic about the...
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