MiM in Europe or MiM in the UK/USA, which is better?

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MiM in Europe or MiM in the UK/USA,  which is better?

Jayant M · Accepted Answer

Choosing between a MiM in Europe or the UK/USA depends on what you value more &mdash; global exposure, cost, or career goals. A MiM in Europe generally offers the best ROI, with tuition ranging from &euro;20,000&ndash;&euro;50,000 and graduates earning around &euro;60,000&ndash;&euro;70,000 annually. Schools like HEC Paris, ESSEC, and St. Gallen rank in the global top five, and most graduates secure jobs within 3 months of graduation.
In contrast, MiM in the UK (like LBS or Imperial) provides faster one-year programs and access to London&rsquo;s finance hub, while the USA focuses more on management fundamentals with fewer MiM options. Europe suits students seeking affordability and international mobility, whereas the UK or USA fits those targeting global brand recognition and quick entry into business roles.

Hema A · Answer

Both options have benefits, but the best choice depends on priorities.
&bull; Europe &ndash; Lower tuition (&euro;20K&ndash;&euro;40K), 2-year programs, strong ROI, and post-study work visas up to 2 years. &bull; UK &ndash; One-year duration, global exposure, higher cost (&pound;35K&ndash;&pound;45K), and London&rsquo;s finance opportunities. &bull; USA &ndash; Fewer MiM options, tuition $50K&ndash;$70K, average salary around $80K, shorter OPT work period. &bull; Career outcomes &ndash; Europe offers consulting and tech roles; UK leans toward finance; USA focuses on management training.
Overall, Europe wins on ROI and flexibility, while the UK/USA lead in international branding and corporate exposure.