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I was comparing INSEAD and LBS recently, and from a pure ROI perspective, INSEAD seems to have a slight advantage. The total cost usually comes to around €130,000–€140,000, and since the program is only 10 months long, you get back into the job market much faster.
LBS is definitely more expensive overall, with total costs often reaching £145,000–£155,000+ once you include living expenses in London. That said, the longer duration gives you access to internships, more networking opportunities, and stronger exposure to the UK market.
When I was researching both schools, I found some useful comparisons on MIM-Essay and a few other MBA resources. My takeaway was that if your goal is maximizing ROI and making a quick career move, INSEAD is hard to beat. If you're looking for a more traditional MBA experience and want to build a career in the UK, LBS can be worth the extra investment.