How would a top business school view a career change from consulting to investment banking prior to business school? I have been at Accenture (MCIM) for 2 years and am a consultant (C1). I have been offered an analyst position at a well regarded bulge bracket investment bank in mergers and acquisitions. While I believe that the ibanking job would offer more money and better career prospects long-term (private equity, ibanking, etc.), I am concerned that business schools would view this move as a "step down" and a move away from managerial/leadership experience.What do you advise?

Buisness schools will defintiely take you so dont worry about that. Many in my class are Accenture/ Deloitte.The question you should ask yourself is really an MBA worth it - if you can make associate without one in 2 years - why bother paying the 50k when so many MBAs are desperately trying to get into IB?

Hey Anon!I'm considering the same move to IB! I'm doing Strat&Ops at one of the Big4 (MSc in BA, 2y FSI consulting).Please, can you tell me how did you plan that move? Did you apply as an experienced or as a graduate? Have you considered also a summer associate intern? How did you tailor your application? Any hints would be really appreciated! Many thanks!