Which MBA for value investing?

[chmith]

Hi, I've read a few posts on this subject but was wondering if anyone would be able to give me some updated advice. I am trying to find out which schools are recommended for someone who wants to get in to value investing after finishing the programme.

My profile: Swedish Male, 30yo, 4y MSc Economics/Finance from top 3 Swedish university w close to perfect marks. 6 years experience as London-based interest rates trader in US top tier IB, currently unemployed.

GMAT: not done

I quit my job in Feb13, and after some time off I've realised that I have a very strong interest in equity investing with a value approach. The best way for me to be able to bridge the interest rates - equities gap and land a job on the buy side seems to be via a good MBA. In addition I hope to further my knowledge on the subject while building a useful network.

The obvious one to apply for is CBS, but which are the other schools to consider? Also, how should I think about choosing between a lower-ranked school that offers value investing courses vs a top ranked one that doesn't?

Seeing as I haven't done a TOEFL and GMAT test yet, is it too tight to apply for fall 2014 if I start now? Is there any data on the percentage of accepted students that used a consultant vs those that didn't get accepted?

This turned into a lot of questions, but I am a complete beginner on the subject so any help is very appreciated!

P.S. It doesn't have to be a US school, but given the choice I'd love to spend a few years on the other side of the pond.

thanks in advance,

Charlie

[Jon@Admissionado]

Well, value investing is more of an "approach" than a skill, and although Columbia is the hotbed of this approach, you can also take this approach with skills gained from any good investment program - Wharton, Booth, Sloan, NYU, Haas if you like the West Coast, Johnson as an option out of Top 10.


As for 2014. That boat has sailed my friend. Especially since you are without GMAT. I know it's tough, as you are unemployed... Your other option would be to look into January intakes/Euro programs. For example INSEAD has deadlines about now, HEC too.

Hope this helps!!

[chmith]

Thanks for your reply Jon,
I thought that the last round for applications was in April for most schools, did I misunderstood? Or is it just that it is not a smart move to apply that late?

thanks again,

Charlie

[BigApple15]

Charlie, the Value Investing Program at Columbia is very well-known and looked highly upon in the investment management industry. The program is very competitive to get into and very time-intensive, but if you're that serious about it, I would definitely take a closer look at Columbia. Of course, there are some great schools out there where you can learn value investing as well. Good luck!