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HSW yes, maybe M7, maybe throw in Yale SOM for name brand
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Why not go to INSEAD/LBS and do a semester at one of the top US programs?
Will your firm only sponsor MBA in Europe? Why not shoot your shot at both US and European programs before making a decision?
How tough is to get a VISA after the course?
My understanding is that this has became increasingly difficult.
Additionally, one would need to bank $$$ asap to freely walk away from the sponsoring firm.
Yeah even at a t15 tbh. Nice career break. Would consider switching to US as well. Can get a nice comp adjustment should you want to live here longer.
If your long-term career is in Europe, INSEAD or LBS might be the stronger bet — both are extremely well-regarded by European employers, have powerful alumni networks across the region, and offer faster ROI (particularly INSEAD’s 1-year program). They also provide strong placement into consulting, finance, and industry leadership roles within Europe.
US schools like Wharton, Booth, or Kellogg would give you broader exposure, a 2-year immersive experience, and a more generalist brand globally. But the cost and visa hurdles are higher, and their network, while huge, is strongest in North America.
It really comes down to what you value most:
US MBA → immersive 2-year experience, global brand, strong in US/Asia.
INSEAD/LBS → faster return, deeply connected to Europe, highly international cohorts.
Since you already see your future in Europe, INSEAD or LBS could give you the best alignment between network, cost, and opportunity — unless you’re specifically looking to pivot into a US-based role for a few years post-MBA.
If you’d like to chat more about aligning programs to your career goals, feel free to reach out: carolynchristiehiringteam@gmail.com