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I have a 45 predicted, and was wondering whether especially UK and US unis (Oxbridge, LSE, Ivy+ type of unis) actually differentiate a lot between two students with a 41 vs 45 as long as they satisfy the baseline (for uk unis). For example, LSE required a 39 IB, so would someone with a 39 be looked at as relatively similar to someone with a 45? That's what AI told me, but I'm not sure.

As someone who is hoping to enter in the 2027/28 cycle, I was wondering what student life/workload is like. I am an international student, but speak C1 (nearly fluent) german, and lived in Zurich for four years before moving to Frankfurt, where I am currently. How open is the community, the student clubs, networking, and overall how enjoyable is the experience? Thanks a lot!

Between these three, which is the most recommended for IB/consulting in Zurich, FFM, London, maybe Paris, etc. I am an IB student, 1530 SAT, 45/45 predicted, 7/7 10th and 11th gpa. I also know good german, and a little French. 

1. Are these the three best programs for an undergrad in continental Europe for IB/Consulting? Do they lead to direct job offers in BBs or EBs in London, Zurich or FFM?
2. Will I need a master's to enter the job market? If so, do all three of these programs allow entry into the top master's programs?
3. In the mentioned cities, which is best for salaries, career progression, quality of life, banking culture, etc. I have heard Zurich has the highest salaries and quality of life, but is really only good for PWM and has no progression. Is this true? Also, is UBS as bad as everyone says it is right now, even in Zurich?
4. My goal is eventually a top career in IB, consulting, PE, maybe wealth management, but essentially I want to build as much wealth for myself as possible.
5. Are there any other unis that you guys can recommend, because from what I've heard, these are the best.
6. Between these three, which is the best for IB/consulting/PWM in Zurich, London and FFM. I have heard Bocconi is too theoretical, HSG Econ is only good for policy, and HSG BBA is too broad. I don't know what to think anymore, so am asking for advice here.
7. What is the best way to get job offers from Bocconi and HSG. Is it still spring week --> Summer internship --> return offer, and how is it structured in both of these unis? How is their pipeline to high finance and consulting in London, Zurich and FFM without a Master's?
8. If my eventual goal is PE/high level IB, what is the best path for me to take from these unis?

Thanks in advance for any advice, really appreciate it.

Specifically Bocconi BIEF, HSG Bachelor's in Econ or HSG BBA.

Currently have a 45 predicted IB, 1530 SAT. I speak C1 level german, B1 level french. I think its likely I will get accepted to both unis. Which of these programs is more of a target, and is it really possible to get into the job market with only one of these bachelor's? Am open to working anywhere, Zurich, London, FFM, etc. Wherever the best opportunities, salary and quality of life is. Have heard that HSG Econ is more for policy making, etc. which is not what I want to do, but have also heard that a BBA is too general and puts me at more risk of AI replacement. Not really sure, looking for any advice tbh.

Also, between FFM, Zurich and London, which is the best for IB/consulting, and maybe eventual PE, etc. Ofc London is the biggest with the most opportunities, but have heard that Zurich has higher salaries. Is this true, and if so, what are the exit opportunities like from Zurich/FFM.

Thanks a lot in advance :)

Specifically Bocconi BIEF, HSG Bachelor's in Econ or HSG BBA.

Currently have a 45 predicted IB, 1530 SAT. I speak C1 level german, B1 level french. I think its likely I will get accepted to both unis. Which of these programs is more of a target, and is it really possible to get into the job market with only one of these bachelor's? Am open to working anywhere, Zurich, London, FFM, etc. Wherever the best opportunities, salary and quality of life is. Have heard that HSG Econ is more for policy making, etc. which is not what I want to do, but have also heard that a BBA is too general and puts me at more risk of AI replacement. Not really sure, looking for any advice tbh.

Also, between FFM, Zurich and London, which is the best for IB/consulting, and maybe eventual PE, etc. Ofc London is the biggest with the most opportunities, but have heard that Zurich has higher salaries. Is this true, and if so, what are the exit opportunities like from Zurich/FFM.

Thanks a lot in advance :)