Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate some honest advice from people who’ve actually studied or are studying abroad.
I’m a 19F from India, currently finishing my BBA (CGPA ~8.3), planning to do an MSc in International Business / Management.
I’m trying to decide between countries based on ROI, job prospects, and long-term value — not just “best experience”.
My current options:
🇩🇪 Germany
- Very low tuition
- Strong ROI from what I’ve read
- Concern: language barrier for jobs
🇫🇷 France (January intake possible for me)
Good business schools in Paris
Easier entry right now
Concern: higher cost + off-cycle internship timing
My goals:
Get a stable job after MSc (preferably in Europe)
Keep total cost reasonable (I don’t want heavy debt)
Maybe pursue a PhD later
What I’d really like to know:
- If you were in my position in 2026, which country would you choose and why?
- Is Germany actually the best ROI option in reality (not just on paper)?
- Does January intake in France make internships/jobs harder?
I’m okay with putting in effort (learning language, internships, etc.), just want to make a smart decision now.
Would appreciate any real experiences or advice 🙏