ronnie987 wrote:
gdebruit wrote:
hi guys,
i'm thinking about applying for the SIM as it has been ranked #1 in this year's financial times ranking. is there anyone who can provide me with some insider information on the program?
do you think it's comparable to the master in mgt programs of LBS and LSE?
any info is greatly appreciated!
No matter what the rankings say, LBS and LSE are way ahead in terms of reputation and quality. These 2 are world-renowned programmes whereas gallen is a very "GERMAN" university not renowned outside German speaking Europe.
In my opinion, LBS>LSE>HEC>Warwick>...>HSG.
Hi there,
I wouldn't go for an absoulte ranking but say it depends on your profile and what you expect of your studies content-wise.
The MiM programs of LBS and LSE have a great reputation and if you want to start your career in the UK or the US both probably are a good choice. Nevertheless, you should be aware of the fact that these programs are mainly designed for students who have a NON-business undergraduate background as a kind of "MBA at an early career stage". Thus, it depends on your undergraduate studies, with a bachelor in BA you might have heard a lot of the stuff before, so the value added is limited.
The SIM masters at HSG focuses on advanced management studies and leadership development and hence has more elements of a consecutive master's program. It furthermore places a great emphasis on international experience and entrepreneurship. A better comparable to the SIM is probably the MSc in BAC at Warwick, though that program is closely linked to operations research and thus more implementation than strategy focused.
A last note: If money is an issue for you, the SIM probably offers an option to get a general business degree from a reputable university at a bearable cost.