ESCP MiF (2y) vs Imperial MSc F&A (1y)

Background:

  • 23 years old. Brazilian-French student at a French BBA (edhec/essec)

  • 2 summers in VC/PE at small unknown firms in Europe

Short-term goal:

  • Growth/TMT IB/Tech IB in London or Paris (no preference)

Long-term goal:

Imperial Pros: London visa ; Global brand name ; Semi-Target in London ; Better brand name in LaTam?

ESCP Pros: 2y with a 6 months off cycle in between ; Target in Paris ; Easier to get into a BB/Growth Fund in Paris from ESCP than the same in London from Imperial

Additionally, I’m considering a top MBA (US/INSEAD) in 5-years time to transition to emerging markets.

Which program is the best? Thanks!

 

How is Imperial's reputation in Paris? Will it hurt me compared to ESCP?

 

Imperial name is stronger. Although it is from STEM it is known. ESCP ofc will be stronger in Paris but elsewhere it will be way stronger.

 

Imperial is clearly a stronger brand name and would put you in a different bracket if you consider doing a top MBA afterwards

 

Easier to get into a BB/Growth Fund in Paris from ESCP than the same in London from Imperial

Wouldn't assume that. A BBA + MiF student is clearly not in a favourable position to join a BB in Paris (unless female), while I have countless examples in London from Imperial or LSE Masters.

 

Would do ESCP to build up CV, good luck getting top BB with nothing on CV 

 

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