NYU Stern vs. Yale SOM
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28 Feb 2018, 14:21
I've been admitted to NYU Stern and Yale SOM. I have a background in economic consulting and my post-MBA goal is investment banking in NYC.
NYU Stern:
Pros:
(1) NYC location (easy for coffee chats with current bankers, opportunities for experiential learning during the semester, etc.)
(2) Large network in finance especially for IB in NYC (there are a couple people from my current firm who leave each year to go to Stern and later work in banking, so it's a well worn career path.
(3) Great placement in IB, with Stern being a core school for all the BBs and EBs.
Cons:
(1) Somewhat large class size and maybe more competitive culture
(2) Brand may be weaker when looking for post-banking roles outside NYC
Yale SOM:
Pros:
(1) Really liked the culture and broader focus of the school (interdisciplinary curriculum, leaders for business and society, etc.).
(2) Seems to be on the upswing from a rankings and reputation perspective and therefore may be a better long term investment
(3) Placement for IB seems strong at BBs and EBs (from what I've heard)
Cons:
(1) Newer program with smaller alumni base especially in IB (Wall St has plenty of senior bankers from Stern but not so many from SOM - correct me if I'm wrong).
(2) New Haven is fine but I would rather live in NYC.
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated - thanks!