4-year BBA in India: What should I choose MiM or MSc in France?
My_qualifications:
4-year BBA from India
8.32 CGPA
International exposure: 5-week student exchange program at Nottingham Trent University
3-month HR internship at Powergrid corporation of India
3-month internship at Tribes Communication (marketing/event management agency)
Community service hours, a few volunteering certificates and a research paper
I’m planning to study in France but I’m confused between a MiM at a top business school and an MSc (Marketing/Management).
I started preparing for the GMAT only about a month ago and realized my study-abroad plans relatively late. For the MiM programs I’m considering, GMAT is mandatory. I’m not confident I can get a competitive score in time for the first round, while waiting until January feels risky because I don’t know what score I’ll eventually get.
On the other hand, I can apply for several MSc programs without GMAT in the first round, and they would also be significantly cheaper. From my research, a top MiM could cost around €70k+ overall, while some MSc options may be closer to €45–50k, including living expenses.
So should I:
Apply for an MSc now, save time/money, and enter the workforce sooner?
Wait until January, prepare properly for the GMAT, and target a top MiM (or MSc) despite the additional cost and uncertainty?
For someone with my profile, is a top French MiM worth the extra €20k+ compared with an MSc in terms of career opportunities, salary and recruitment in France/Europe?
Would really appreciate advice from people who have studied in France or understand the French business-school job market.