I am applying to all four business schools for Master in International Management (CEMS program for the first three). The question is which to choose? HEC and ESADE have the strongest name but the tuition fees are 20.000 euros more for more or less the same program with RSM. St. Gallen is no.1 in the F.T. ranking but I have doubts if its graduates have better opportunities in the job market compared to HEC or ESADE graduates. Any thoughts?
Your results might help you choose
But let's say in an ideal world, first of all, I would also think about which language and culture I might be interested. Because your post MBA success (which has chances of occurring in the country in which you study) might also be boosted along by your knowledge of the language and culture, and your ability to adapt to it. As for the "ranking", it's also a good idea to look at HOW they rank schools to figure out what fits you. I also wouldn't base myself solely on ranking. As far as prestige goes, I would have to say that HEC is likely the strongest, but again, rather than relying solely on ranking I would be more specific: i.e. look into which schools have good connections with your industry. Take tuition and their employment statistics into consideration. And last but not least - Visit all schools before I decide.
