Munk School or LSE?

[oobird]

I was accepted into the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy for the Master of Global Affairs with a scholarship offer. I was also accepted into the MSc International Political Economy program at the LSE and at King's College. 

I'm torn about which program will be the best in terms of future career prospects and providing me with the most opportunities post graduation. I would like to return to Canada to work in policy making... 

Any advice about how to decide between the these offers? Has anyone attended these schools? 

Thank you! 

 

[HBLB]

I think thats a tough choice. The way I see it, the decision is basically prestige (LSE) vs local connections (U Toronto). While U Toronto may be one of the best IR schools in Canada it simply cannot beat LSE in terms of world wide reputation as (Foreign policy magazine ranked LSE master programs 8th in the world and U Toronto 44th according to scholars in the field). If you only want to work in policy in Canada I would say its a toss up, simply because U Toronto has the local connections. You also have an american style 2 year IR/policy education at Toronto and more time for internships and more skill building courses. If you want more options, such as international NGOs, the UN, EU, consulting firms, or eventually a PHD, LSE is a better choice. If you are dead set on going back to Canada, keep in mind that it may take you a little longer to get a job with an LSE degree, but LSE is a hard opportunity to pass up! Hope that helps.