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03 Jan 2014, 10:55
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Hi all,
I’m weighing the decision of Booth vs. LBS admits. Both are great options and I know I would enjoy and benefit from either program.
As background, I work in investment management (analyst) in Canada and am looking to continue in the field with the ultimate goal of portfolio manager at a major buy-side firm. The MBA is largely a stepping stone to a bigger global firm. I think ideally I would like to be working in London out of my MBA.
Obviously LBS stands out because of its location and its reputation especially in UK finance. Though, arguably Booth has a stronger program/professors and is a given for US reputation. LBS is a more direct route to working in London straight out of school, however I feel as though Booth would offer a better network longer term if I did want to end up back in North America. As well, in reading various discussions, some would argue that Booth alumni have a stronger presence even in London.
The two programs are quite different. I’m attracted to the very international aspects of LBS and think that the diverse student body is a big plus for understanding global business. Yet what really attracts me to Chicago is the hardcore finance courses that you really can’t find anywhere else.
There’s obviously a lot more that distinguishes each school in my mind. But what do you think? Each day that I wake up, I’ve come to a different conclusion.
I’m weighing the decision of Booth vs. LBS admits. Both are great options and I know I would enjoy and benefit from either program.
As background, I work in investment management (analyst) in Canada and am looking to continue in the field with the ultimate goal of portfolio manager at a major buy-side firm. The MBA is largely a stepping stone to a bigger global firm. I think ideally I would like to be working in London out of my MBA.
Obviously LBS stands out because of its location and its reputation especially in UK finance. Though, arguably Booth has a stronger program/professors and is a given for US reputation. LBS is a more direct route to working in London straight out of school, however I feel as though Booth would offer a better network longer term if I did want to end up back in North America. As well, in reading various discussions, some would argue that Booth alumni have a stronger presence even in London.
The two programs are quite different. I’m attracted to the very international aspects of LBS and think that the diverse student body is a big plus for understanding global business. Yet what really attracts me to Chicago is the hardcore finance courses that you really can’t find anywhere else.
There’s obviously a lot more that distinguishes each school in my mind. But what do you think? Each day that I wake up, I’ve come to a different conclusion.
03 Jan 2014, 11:16
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Congratulations on getting into LBS and Booth! Fantastic job!
Recruiting in London is going to be much easier when you are in London... nothing beats having troops on the ground.
Also, since you are not changing industries, you don't need the advantage of a summer internship in a 2-year program, which means you don't need to extra expense of a 2-year program either. As to the classes, yes, Booth has a lot of great courses/classes but you can't always get them. The bidding system can be tricky and even though you may get one of the courses you wanted, you don't always get all so don't assume all of them will be offered when you need/can take them and that even if the courses are offered, you can get into them.
Recruiting in London is going to be much easier when you are in London... nothing beats having troops on the ground.
Also, since you are not changing industries, you don't need the advantage of a summer internship in a 2-year program, which means you don't need to extra expense of a 2-year program either. As to the classes, yes, Booth has a lot of great courses/classes but you can't always get them. The bidding system can be tricky and even though you may get one of the courses you wanted, you don't always get all so don't assume all of them will be offered when you need/can take them and that even if the courses are offered, you can get into them.
