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daphne2012

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19 Apr 2012, 23:20

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big congratulations!
I will take the interview next Monday.

MiF2013

Hello Everybody, I just got a final offer for the MiF 2012 intake!

Looking to connect with the 2012 cohort..

I am from India; ~ 5.5 years, spanning consulting and buy-side experience. (Haven't informed my employer yet...so will be discreet for sometime

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Happy to connect with group!

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19 Apr 2012, 23:38

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All the very best Daphne.

These interviews are generally very friendly......have a relaxed weekend!

QUEVEO

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Updated on: 20 Apr 2012, 16:58

Originally posted by QUEVEO on 20 Apr 2012, 05:59.
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Hi all,

First of all, thanks and bravo for this very interesting thread.
I've applied to the MIF (WE format) on 7 April and am waiting for an answer...
Education: master in law,suspended PhD in law, professional degree in banking.
10 years work experience in retail and corporate banking. Branch manager (retail)for 6 years (last position: 2 branches, 16 employees, 190M€ in deposits and 170M€ in loans, 8500 clients). 1.5 years as a risk analyst for large and medium-sized businesses. Current job: risk analyst, banking sector.GMAT: 680
I was “strongly” encouraged to apply. Thanks in advance for any advice and feedback on my profile.

tschabee85

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20 Apr 2012, 14:33

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Hi All,

I am also new to the forum -went through on the thread last night and found bunch of useful informations. thanks a lot for that!

my profile: 5 years Investment Banking experience in Finance and Market Risk, upper second class undergraduate degree (~GPA 3.51), CFA level II candidate, part qualified ACCA accountant. After submitting my CV for initial screening, Peter Johnson encouraged me to apply to the weekend-format MiF starting Sep 2012.
I finalised and submitted my application on the 4th April, and got the confirmation a week later about that my application would be reviewed in Round 4.

I see that the official deadline for the interview decision in R4 is 27th April, so I am getting more and more breathless as the deadline is approaching..

Congratulations for those who have already been admitted!

all the best,

rwkTX

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21 Apr 2012, 05:03

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you're welcome, enri. i hope that it goes well for you

enri77

Thanks a lot for the advice Ryan, you are very helpful.
I am not much worried about it but sure I will do homework before the interview!
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rwkTX

enri77

Hi everybody!
On April 12th I received the invitation to the interview! I guess it will not be easy for them to find an alumnus around since I live in C. Asia, but let's see.
I am very excited and look forward to good news from all you members as well.
Ciao

Good luck, Enri. Don't forget to read the information below about other's interview experiences. Also, you should review the electives offered because your interviewer will likely ask you what electives you want to take. Before my interview I assumed this was just to test that you are familiar with the program. Now that I've been accepted and am reading more, however, I bet they ask because it helps them to assign you to a study group for your project.

Ryan

lifeiscricket

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21 Apr 2012, 21:34

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Hi,

Best of luck to all who have recently applied in R5 !

I got my shortlist em on 12th april and I still waiting for the interview. Any indian applicants here ? Who can throw some light on - how long it takes to setup an interview ? Is delhi a better choice of location or mumbai ?

wish me good luck. Thanks.

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22 Apr 2012, 04:28

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lifeiscricket

Hi there! I got the shortlist email on 12th April too but an interview hasn't been scheduled yet. Hopefully we shall hear something this week. I have given Mumbai as the preferred location.

lifeiscricket

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23 Apr 2012, 06:17

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Quote:

Hi there! I got the shortlist email on 12th April too but an interview hasn't been scheduled yet. Hopefully we shall hear something this week. I have given Mumbai as the preferred location.

Thanks overbored ! I too hope the long wait gets over this week, and best wishes for the interview ahead.

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23 Apr 2012, 08:07

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imdapplicant2012

Anyone has any ideas on the Cambridge MFin program. Sounds very similar to LBS MiF? Would Cambridge name not be better longer term than LBS?

It depends on what you are looking for. I think, Cambridge mfin is more academic programme than LBS MiF. Moreover, it targets market finance more, while LBS gives an option to choose also the corp finance.

tschabee85

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23 Apr 2012, 11:59

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hi,

I received today the confirmation email from Peter: I have been shortlisted for an interview!!!:) one final step...

all the best,
Csaba

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24 Apr 2012, 12:59

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Coming back to the contentious topic of visas, is it true that non-EU MiF students will only be able to seek employment for two months after the completion of the course? I am sure admitted students would have done some research; any inputs guys? From what I have learnt if your program length is between 6 and 12 months you can stay in UK for two months after completion of the program. And if program length is more than 12 months then you can stay for four months. So MiF students would have only two months to seek employment. Am I missing something here?

spartan13

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24 Apr 2012, 19:41

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overbored

The MiF programme is considered a 12 month programme and therefore, you can stay for upto 4 months after graduation provided you have a valid visa stamp on your passport. Hope this helps!

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24 Apr 2012, 20:37

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spartan13

The MiF programme is considered a 12 month programme and therefore, you can stay for upto 4 months after graduation provided you have a valid visa stamp on your passport. Hope this helps!

Thanks, spartan. Though I have to say its a bit strange since the program duration is ten months. Have you already obtained the visa or are in the process of obtaining it?

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25 Apr 2012, 03:52

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spartan13

The MiF programme is considered a 12 month programme and therefore, you can stay for upto 4 months after graduation provided you have a valid visa stamp on your passport. Hope this helps!

Thanks, spartan. Though I have to say its a bit strange since the program duration is ten months. Have you already obtained the visa or are in the process of obtaining it?

I am still trying to figure out a way to get a loan. It is very disappointing that the school does not have the HSBC loan scheme available yet. I never thought this could be a problem. Are there other schools facing a similar problem? Don't know what's holding up this process. Are the new work visa / immigration rules causing a problem?

rwkTX

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25 Apr 2012, 08:15

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spartan13

The MiF programme is considered a 12 month programme and therefore, you can stay for upto 4 months after graduation provided you have a valid visa stamp on your passport. Hope this helps!

Thanks, spartan. Though I have to say its a bit strange since the program duration is ten months. Have you already obtained the visa or are in the process of obtaining it?

overbored, I have not yet applied for my visa (you must wait until 3 months before the program's start to apply) but have heard from Peter Johnson that the MiF FT program is classified by the UK as a year-long program. I believe this is because London Business School actually confers the degrees each September. While classes are over and there is no requirement to remain in London, the program technically is active for 13 months (from August to the following September).

I hope that helps.

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25 Apr 2012, 11:58

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I've offered a place in the MiF program. I am debating whether to go as it means a massive loss in salary and given the issues with UK (and world) economy, esp for people trying to get a job in finance.

So would people who have accepted say what their plans are? Obviously, the chances of working in the UK are close to zero, so you will likely go back home after the program. Is then this program worth it ?

Thx.

rwkTX

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25 Apr 2012, 19:05

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imdapplicant2012

I think this depends on your objective. If your goal is a job in London and you don't have another means to qualify for a work visa, then it may not be worth it.

This said, I think you really need to ask your question to your LBS ambassador. Of the students, prospects, and alumni I've met, they all matriculated of accepted and say that the program is worth the effort and that they would do it again. I think though that you need to be prepared to work harder for your job of you don't have an EUor UK work permit.

I myself am able to work only in the US and I'm going.

RK

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28 Apr 2012, 23:37

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Hi all,
A long time lurker and first time poster.
I have been admitted to MiF programme as well. Now looking for a way to finance it.

Hope to see you all if I make it to London this August.

Cheers

rwkTX

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29 Apr 2012, 06:47

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mano46

Hi all,
A long time lurker and first time poster.
I have been admitted to MiF programme as well. Now looking for a way to finance it.

Hope to see you all if I make it to London this August.

Cheers

Congratulations, Mano! I am sending in my confirmation of acceptance along with my commitment fee today.

From where in Sri Lanka are you? One of my good friends in the US is Sinhalese and I have been to Colombo, Kandy, Dambulla, and Bentota (where I experienced the 2004 tsunami

) on a visit for her wedding.

rk

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29 Apr 2012, 09:21

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spartan13

The MiF programme is considered a 12 month programme and therefore, you can stay for upto 4 months after graduation provided you have a valid visa stamp on your passport. Hope this helps!

Thanks, spartan. Though I have to say its a bit strange since the program duration is ten months. Have you already obtained the visa or are in the process of obtaining it?

That definitely helps. Thanks rwkTX!