Is work experience mandatory for LBS MiF, or do fresh graduates also get admitted?

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V Gupta · Accepted Answer

Work experience is not mandatory for the LBS MiF, though most admitted students have some. The school offers both a full-time Early Careers MiF (designed for fresh graduates or those with less than two years of experience) and a part-time MiF for professionals with longer experience.
Fresh graduates do get admitted, especially if they have strong academic performance in a quant-heavy degree like economics, finance, or engineering, plus relevant internships. LBS places a lot of weight on internships because they show readiness for immediate recruiting in London&rsquo;s finance market.
For Indian students, having internships at banks, Big 4 firms, or boutique financial companies can make up for the lack of full-time work experience. So while experience isn&rsquo;t mandatory, showing evidence of practical exposure is almost essential to stand out in the applicant pool.

V Ritik · Answer

It&rsquo;s a common misconception that LBS MiF only takes experienced professionals. Fresh graduates are considered, but the context matters.
&bull; The Early Careers MiF track is built specifically for applicants with 0&ndash;2 years of work. Most admits here bring strong internships in finance, consulting, or accounting. &bull; The school looks closely at quantitative skills and academic performance. High scores in finance, math, or related fields can offset limited experience. &bull; International students without internships often struggle more, as London recruiters expect work-ready candidates. &bull; Those with 3&ndash;8 years of work usually apply to the Post-Experience MiF, which is a different intake altogether.
So yes, fresh graduates do get in, but the expectation is that they&rsquo;ve already tested finance through internships or projects. Going in with no exposure at all is rare and less competitive.
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