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MSc in Finance at Warwick or Machester?

Hi!
I am a non-UK student who has been accepted to the MSc in Finance programmes in Warwick and in Manchester. At this time I hold an uncondittional offer from both universities, however I am still not sure which Business School I should select.
Warwick has risen their tuition fees in more than 27% (was £21,500 and now is £27,500). On the other hand, MBS programm cost is £19,300.
I know how prestigious is the Finance programme at WBS, and at the same time both universities have a great reputation among the Business Schools.
I have made a big efford to get accepted, and I am willing to take the challenge of studying an MSc. Nevertheless, I don't want to lead my decision just based on reputational rankings, I would like to consider the student life, the city where is located, student facilities, campus, etc. The OVERALL of each one of them. I want to choose the best University for my purposes, which are to look for a job outside of my country, probably Asia or Canada. I want to consider the expected salaries, and quickness oin getting a job, etc.
I am very confused on which way I should take, since in one hand I've got the reputation of WBS, but in the other I've got Manchester City life (and good reputation as well).
Please help! :smile:

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Reply 1

janjanmmm

Only you can answer this question. WBS has better reputation, but the location is not ideal. However, the question is - what is more important for you, to have fun while studying, or to have better future after you graduate?
BTW, Manchester is not that great either, if you want fun you should have gone for something in London or Edinburgh.

Reply 2

Auroritz

Please don't misunderstand me, of course that my career future is the main issue and I just don't want to have fun. The only thing that I might doubt about choosing Warwick is that I really don't know how is student life over there, I am afraid that I may find the on-campus life quite tight and I believe that besides studying at an excellent University, it is important to feel comfortable with all the other aspects that the campus offer.

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Reply 3

Steffis

I will also do my MSc from October onwards and I chose Warwick because of the excellent reputation. I personally like quieter places so the choice was easier for me. I'm also sure that the whole year will involve LOTS AND LOTS of work and I don't think there will be much time to go out anyway.

Good luck with your decision :smile:

Reply 4

Auroritz

I must say, that originally Warwick was my first option, but with the steep increase that the tuition fees suffered I started to hesitate. I will fund my studies by myself and some academic loans. Do you think it worth it? Is Manchester far away of being an excellent option as well? :smile:

Reply 5

marshmall0wish

Still, go for Warwick. I dont really think it is worth it to study at MBS if you have a superior option. Warwick Finance programme is one of the top 5 finance programme in UK. MBS finance programme is, maybe, in top 15? just saying...

Reply 6

Hank_Moody

Just on a side note, all those saying life in Warwick (the University actually isn't even in Warwick but anyway) is dull, have clearly never been there. I spent 2 terms as an exchange student there and I quite literally had the time of my life. There are lots of things going on on campus, in Leamington Spa (which is a town nearby where you can opt to live, you don't have to live on campus and you might not even be eligible to do so), and with Birmingham the second biggest city of the UK lies within 30-minutes travel distance. I love to go out and I'd been rather sceptical before I went to study there, but I definitely got my money's worth.
I'm not saying it's comparable to London, but people are sometimes prone to dismiss Warwick without having been there.

That being said, I've got friends on the Finance Msc and they don't get to see a lot outside of the library anyway, be prepared to work incredibly hard :wink:

Reply 7

takemeLSE

Should go with WBS, the name itself says everything.

Reply 8

_Student_

Warwick! It is where all the cool kids are going ;-)

Reply 9

ariesxxx

Original post by Auroritz

Hi!
I am a mexican student who has been accepted to the MSc in Finance programmes in Warwick and in Manchester. At this time I hold an uncondittional offer from both universities, however I am still not sure which Business School I should select.
Warwick has risen their tuition fees in more than 27% (was £21,500 and now is £27,500) however, they have offered me an award of £4,000 discount. On the other hand, MBS programm cost is £19,300.
I know how prestigious is the Finance programme at WBS, and at the same time both universities have a great reputation among the Business Schools.
I have made a big efford to get accepted, and I am willing to take the challenge of studying an MSc. Nevertheless, I don't want to lead my decision just based on reputational rankings, I would like to consider the student life, the city where is located, student facilities, campus, etc. The OVERALL of each one of them. I want to choose the best University for my purposes, which are to look for a job outside of my country, probably Asia or Canada. I want to consider the expected salaries, and quickness oin getting a job, etc.
I am very confused on which way I should take, since in one hand I've got the reputation of WBS, but in the other I've got Manchester City life (and good reputation as well).
Please help! :smile:

Hi, congrats on your offers. But do you mind sharing about your academic profile as Im interested to apply for both uni MSc Finance for next year. I've read online that you need a 2:1 but i'm not that sure as Im an international student.

I am on track to a 2:1 in business administration with specialisation in finance.

Appreciate your help (:

Reply 10

janjanmmm

Original post by ariesxxx

2.1 is a minimum requirement which is usually not enough.
For top schools you really need a First.

Reply 11

Auroritz

Well, a First class degree is certainly preferred by top universities, however it is not the only issue that business schools take into consideration when evaluating an application. Still, as an international student you probably want to provide other solid elements to make your application stronger. You can provide a GMAT or GRE score if that makes you feel more confident about your track (not compulsory for both unis). Be sure to get excellent academic references and to write a very focused statement of purpose.

I've got an Economics degree (First) and I was ranked 3rd of my class. Besides that, I've got 5 years of experience in the investment banking sector, issue which I believe weighted in my application. Remember that every candidate is different, and in my opinion you have to give it a try. You didn't share enough information about your profile, but personally I don't believe that a 2:1 is far away from the standard Manchester or Warwick requirements, you will do it well :smile: