LSE vs Kings

Hello TSR Community!

I’m currently a BSc (Hons) Media and Communications student at Loughborough University and aiming for a career in management consulting. My degree isn’t directly related to this field, but I’ve built relevant experience: I worked as a Lead Product Manager at an ESG tech startup and as a funding strategy consultant for a children’s educational startup. I’ve also gained strong leadership skills through university roles.

I’ve received offers for two Masters programs:

LSE: MSc in Innovation Policy – offers top-tier ranking and brand prestige, which could stand out on my CV.
King’s: MSc in Management and Technological Change – seems more aligned with my career goals in management consulting.

I’m torn between the prestige of LSE (which might open more doors) and the course content at King’s (which feels more relevant to what I want to do). I aim to do some internships during my masters to also gain some work experience on my CV in relevant industries (probono consulting roles most likely). For those in management consulting or with insights on these unis/programs, what would you recommend? Does prestige outweigh course fit, or should I prioritise alignment with my goals?

Thanks for any advice!

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Hello TSR Community!
I’m currently a BSc (Hons) Media and Communications student at Loughborough University and aiming for a career in management consulting. My degree isn’t directly related to this field, but I’ve built relevant experience: I worked as a Lead Product Manager at an ESG tech startup and as a funding strategy consultant for a children’s educational startup. I’ve also gained strong leadership skills through university roles.
I’ve received offers for two Masters programs:
LSE: MSc in Innovation Policy – offers top-tier ranking and brand prestige, which could stand out on my CV.
King’s: MSc in Management and Technological Change – seems more aligned with my career goals in management consulting.
I’m torn between the prestige of LSE (which might open more doors) and the course content at King’s (which feels more relevant to what I want to do). I aim to do some internships during my masters to also gain some work experience on my CV in relevant industries (probono consulting roles most likely). For those in management consulting or with insights on these unis/programs, what would you recommend? Does prestige outweigh course fit, or should I prioritise alignment with my goals?
Thanks for any advice!

if i were you, i would choose LSE because of the student quality. I dont want to be disrespectful, but King's is barely ever anyone's first choice uni. nobody chooses kings over ucl/icl/lse/oxbridge. lse attracts the brightest minds, and gives you stronger connection and better learning experience imo. i dont know what kind of management consulting you're aiming for, but if you want to go MBB(big 3), then LSE gives you a better chance.