<p>I want to major in finance and work at a bank, specifically a big IB like Morgan Stanley, Barclays, etc. I'm good at math and got a 2000 + on the SAT and am trying to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of Tech and UGA. I only want to look at the jobs and salaries in this thread and not the social life since UGA wins hands down. From what I've gathered anecdotally, Terry places its top graduates at big banks, but for some reason GT seems to be higher on most ranking lists. Is this because GT is better for low to mid-range jobs? I've also heard that GT is good at getting you a job once you graduate, but do many of their graduates enter the banking industry? If I am part of the upper-echelon of either school, where would I have more opportunity to work at an IB?</p>
<p>I already replied to your thread on the GT board, but I will post this here as well.</p>
<p>You’re lucky to live in a state where you have options of fantastic finance programs, assuming you are an in-state student. Both schools are excellent choices. Congratulations. I would say Georgia may be better for finance simply because the program is more established. Interdisciplinary studies is important for networking and alumni relations. You want to get connected. My daughter has clerked for both Georgia senators whom she met through UGA’s business school. She was only a sophomore. It may prove useful to have Georgia law, business, accounting, and public affairs relations at your disposal. I think Georgia also does more research in those fields. Both names carry plenty of weight with big banks. Both schools have an excellent reputation.</p>
<p>Here are some rankings to consider:
[Rankings</a> | Terry College of Business | University of Georgia](<a href=“http://www.terry.uga.edu/news/rankings/]Rankings”>http://www.terry.uga.edu/news/rankings/)</p>
<p>If you choose UGA, I would highly recommend the honors program. All of my kids have participated in honors, and the opportunities they offer you are incredible. Highly recommend.</p>