I have gone through the interviews with Goldman Sachs for a Rserach Assistant / Associate role. The MD told me there would be a final written assessment before he could give me an offer. Any idea what this assessment entails? Financial modeling / quant analysis / business writing ???
Thanks heaps!
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will probably make you do a write-up on a stock of your choosing. write an investment thesis, with pros and cons, and come to a conclusion.
at a junior level, being able to communicate well, as well as structure/organize your thoughts will probably be more important than actual investing acumen.
what is your current background and work experience? I just had an initial interview with GS equity research too...
working in management consulting. I have a CFA
working in management consulting. I have a CFA
much respect for that - I am in the midst of obtaining the CFA. About to take Level 2 in a few weeks.
rogsam, and where you worked prior to management consulting? Obtaining CFA charter means investement-related experience
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