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15 Dec 2025, 10:06
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Hi folks.
I'm trying to decide if I should take LBS MiM with 52k GBP tuition and reject Bayes MSC Finance ZERO tuition (full scholarship).
Background and context:
LBS:
Pros - Its obvious the brand prestige of LBS is world class - especially in the GCC where I'm from (think Qatar/Saudi/UAE). Moreover, the MiM program is fairly new and many MBAs are upset at their Bus. Schools because they've shifted their attention and resources to curate the MiM programs. This signals its importance will continue, if not rise. The students are very career-driven and extremely competitive, a mind-set that I share.
Cons - I have to pay the full scholarship from my savings.
Bayes:
Pros - Bayes is considered a semi-target (at best) in London. It's very well-known in the city, less-so in mainland Europe and the GCC. My scholarship covers the entire tuition, so I'm essentially attending for free. The Corporate Finance degree literally has M&A and PE courses embedded in the curriculum.
Cons - Again, Bayes is less known in mainland Europe and the GCC (where I'm from). The school name-changed from Cass and have to catch up with brand recognition in global perspective. its a semi-target in London.
TLDR; Would it be an emotional/idiotic decision to dish out 52kGBP to upgrade to T1 from T1.5/T2? Theres a strong (and speculative) argument that the career trajectory shift could make up for that tuition in the long-term. Especially in my home country, where brand and prestige is highly regarded.
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I'm trying to decide if I should take LBS MiM with 52k GBP tuition and reject Bayes MSC Finance ZERO tuition (full scholarship).
Background and context:
- 28YO - 2YOE FP&A at JNJ - Aiming to break into IB/M&A or MBB
- Got offer with full scholarship to Bayes Business School, Corporate Finance Masters program.
- Got offer to LBS MiM ; the tuition is 52k GBP. I would have to assume the full amount.
- Goal is to enter MBB/investment banking
LBS:
Pros - Its obvious the brand prestige of LBS is world class - especially in the GCC where I'm from (think Qatar/Saudi/UAE). Moreover, the MiM program is fairly new and many MBAs are upset at their Bus. Schools because they've shifted their attention and resources to curate the MiM programs. This signals its importance will continue, if not rise. The students are very career-driven and extremely competitive, a mind-set that I share.
Cons - I have to pay the full scholarship from my savings.
Bayes:
Pros - Bayes is considered a semi-target (at best) in London. It's very well-known in the city, less-so in mainland Europe and the GCC. My scholarship covers the entire tuition, so I'm essentially attending for free. The Corporate Finance degree literally has M&A and PE courses embedded in the curriculum.
Cons - Again, Bayes is less known in mainland Europe and the GCC (where I'm from). The school name-changed from Cass and have to catch up with brand recognition in global perspective. its a semi-target in London.
TLDR; Would it be an emotional/idiotic decision to dish out 52kGBP to upgrade to T1 from T1.5/T2? Theres a strong (and speculative) argument that the career trajectory shift could make up for that tuition in the long-term. Especially in my home country, where brand and prestige is highly regarded.
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15 Dec 2025, 10:43
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Hey, did you position yourself more as a startup/entrepreneurial profile, or did you frame it as starting in consulting and then moving into building your own business after a few years?
I’m looking to apply, and the reality is that I’d prefer to continue growing my own venture rather than work for someone else. That said, I’m not sure whether it’s stronger to present a story that includes gaining experience first before going fully entrepreneurial.
I’d really appreciate your thoughts, especially as I’m planning to apply in Round 2.
I’m looking to apply, and the reality is that I’d prefer to continue growing my own venture rather than work for someone else. That said, I’m not sure whether it’s stronger to present a story that includes gaining experience first before going fully entrepreneurial.
I’d really appreciate your thoughts, especially as I’m planning to apply in Round 2.
