Is doing a finance master’s worth it if you already have a business undergrad and want to go into IB?

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Rita · Accepted Answer

Hi! ☺️It depends on your goals. With a business undergrad, you can still break into investment banking through internships and networking. A finance master’s can help deepen your technical skills and give you an edge, especially in a competitive field. If you want to strengthen your knowledge in financial modeling and valuation, it could be worth it.

Simon · Answer

It depends on your current profile and target region. If you already have a strong business undergrad, solid grades, and relevant internships, a finance master’s may not be necessary, especially in places like the U.S. where undergrad recruiting is common.

That said, a top-tier Master’s in Finance can be worth it if:

You’re recruiting in Europe, where it's more common postgrad
You’re switching tracks (e.g., from marketing to finance)
You didn’t land an IB internship during undergrad and want a second shot
You want to break into a more competitive bank or location

Think of it less as “needed for IB” and more as “a chance to rebrand, re-recruit, and level up.”