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Here’s Why You Should Look Into A European MBA

Experts say now is the ideal time to pursue an MBA in Europe. But what exactly is the draw behind a European MBA?

Stacy Blackman, founder of Stacy Blackman Consulting (SBC), recently discussed a few of the top benefits behind pursuing an MBA education in Europe.

HIGH ROI

For many, the biggest benefit of a European MBA is the return on investment. In Europe, MBA programs generally yield shorter time to completion and lower tuition when compared to American MBA programs.

“In a study that SBC conducted across its EU applicant pool, shorter duration and lower tuition costs were reasons endorsed by 48% of respondents,” Blackman writes.

TWO-YEAR, POST-STUDY WORK VISA

America’s stringent H1B Visa restrictions can often be a big deterrent for international applicants. The UK, however, offers a two-year, post-study work visa for international students who graduated in summer 2021 or later—something experts say make it easier for new MBAs to find jobs.

“This is incredibly valuable at a time when the US’s political climate, and recent H1B Visa restrictions, have deterred some internationals from venturing to the US,” Blackman writes. “An MBA in Europe suddenly seems much more attractive.”

SPECIALIZED INDUSTRY

While the US has a stronghold in the technology industry, experts say Europe is the place to be if you’re intent on landing a job in fintech.

“London is considered the fintech capital of the world because of the banking passport legislation that governs Europe and standardizes products across 27 countries,” Blackman writes. “Europe has an advantage over the US in the fintech industry because the US must contend with legislation that varies by state and can be an impediment to digital banking.”

Sources: Stacy Blackman Consulting, Fortuna Admissions

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