<p>You should visit both schools; they are very different. The Brandeis program has an international emphasis and is extremely diverse. Although the graduate school is quite young, it is already highly regarded nationally and internationally. See this recent article about its top ranking in finance:</p>
<p>[Business</a> School finance program ranked best in US | BrandeisNOW](<a href=“http://www.brandeis.edu/now/2011/june/ftranking.html]Business”>Business School finance program ranked best in US | BrandeisNOW). </p>
<p>And, of course, as you point out, the Brandeis name is quite prestigious, especially including the Northeast business corridors if that’s your focus.</p>