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Resources for IB Recruiting Prep
Yo, IB recruiting prep is a tricky path, lots of bullshit to navigate (networking, applications, different firms, behavioral prep, technical prep, etc). Back in the day, we all had to gather resources one by one through networking calls + helpful older alumni. This is a backwards practice so I've...
I am a freshman in college and am interested in either investment banking or becoming a financial/investment advisor
I attend a non-target school in Ohio. I tried a semester of engineering and decided last minute before the start of my second semester that it was not for me. I am switching to a business finance major. I am in sort of a rough patch where I am unsure of where to go from here - most of the clubs were...
Job poster lies about payment and location
Call interview from small private equity firm in Southwest metro area. * Job poster reveals that its actually not remote and there is no pay. Even though pay is stated in job description for posting. * tfw moving to a city with no pay or having to commute 3 hours +no pay. * double check job listing...
Toronto Business Schools - Which one would make sense?
Hi everyone, hope you all are well. My current situation right now is selecting the right school to transfer into. I do have the GPA (stands at 8.3 on a 9.00 scale = 3.80-3.83). My end goal is to get into a top Private Equity shop in Canada or the US. Disclaimer: I understand that Ivey & Queens are...
Has anyone been getting offers for SA 2021 yet?
Rising junior recruiting for Summer 2021 analyst positions. I've been having a hard time with the recruiting process—wanted to see how many companies have already started making offers
Investment Banking Recruiting Online Course
Hi Monkeys, I recently created an online course that's basically a step-by-step guide to recruiting for an investment bank. It's based on my experience interviewing (20+ interviews), networking, and asking colleagues. My background: Tier 1 IB SA , Ivy League. Thought it could be useful for some of...
Master's for IB Career
Hi, I am an Indian student applying to UK universities for MSc in Finance. Right now I hold an Offer from University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde and Queen Mary University London. I would be grateful if anyone could help me decide what to pick by answering which college gives me a better...
Should I be only a CFA charterholder or have CFP/FRM designation too, in order to boost my financial analyst career?
Every opinion on the topic is accepted. I am going to go to college this autumn and study BSc in Accounting and Finance. I want to become a financial analyst and work in the stock market, an investment company (like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Fidelity etc), Big 4 companies or any well known company...
How to ask network for a referral?
Hi, I am a super non-target(GPA3.7+) and I have been networking pretty hard for about 6 months. I have a good network built up and with 2021 applications opening I want to ask my network for the referrals. Most conversations have gone well and they have referred me to their peers or said "Yeah, lets...
The Difference Between Various Master's Programs in Fianance & Also Whether or not to do MBA instead
Hello everyone! I am currently doing my undergraduate in Applied Economics & Finance with a minor in Accounting. I would like go get my master's degree in finance; however, I am not sure which finance program to choose because apparently there are a couple of them. So first, I would like to know the...
HSBC Postpones FT start date
Just heard from a friend who accepted a position at HSBC that her start date is being pushed from July to early October due to COVID. Any other banks doing the same?
European Business School Recruiting
Hi all, I am at Bocconi university now doing my first year of the MSc Finance. Recruitment season has passed, and many people here are a little sad as they did not receive many interviews. I was wondering how it was in other top business schools, let's say Imperial, HEC, ESCP, Edhec. Do you think...
Double Major to pair with accounting
I'm finishing up my accounting degree from a state school and realized I have no interest to work as a CPA . I was thinking to double major to choose a different career path. I have three options to complement my accounting degree: Economics, Finance, and CIS. I wanted your thoughts and opinion on...
A message to all young people/students who browse this forum
If you're a young person interested in IB and you like to frequent this forum, let this post be a warning to you. This forum has a serious problem; there's a toxic streak of elitism, obsession with prestige, and looking down on non-IBers and people who work in "lesser" groups/banks/offices (like...
In need of advice. International Student Job Search in the U.S.
Hi, how are you? I am currently an MSc in Economics student at Bocconi University, Italy (no. 3 business school in Europe in this year's FT ranking). Fluent in 4 languages. Upon graduation I would like to move to the U.S. (preferably west coast) to start my career here. Right now I am evaluating two...
How would you invest donor money?
If you had the opportunity to start a fund at your University, without any restrictions, what would you invest in? My University is a non-target and needs something to differentiate itself from other Universities. This fund has to be something that draws students to our school, donors will not...
Is this an appropriate email to send a Big 4 Accounting Recruiter that im Reneging on in favor of a banking job?
Is this an appropriate email to send a Big 4 accounting recruiter that I'm reneging on in favor of a banking job? Hello ______, It is with great difficulty that I've decided and regretfully have to inform you I will not be able to join ______ as an intern this summer. I have been fortunate enough to...
Dreaded 2020 Recruiting Season: Need Motivation and Mentorship
Hello everyone, I have been lurking on WSO for quite some time now and now I have finally decided to write a post now that I am desperate. It is time to swallow my pride and get to work! I am currently a Senior at a Non-target school in a decent city (think Dallas/Chicago/Seattle) with a 3.8 GPA, I...
Dartmouth or Princeton Undergrad?
Hi everyone, I'm currently a senior trying to decide whether to apply to Dartmouth or Princeton early decision for undergrad. I really like both schools a lot, virtually equally, so my decision now basically comes down to OCR , internships, academics, and job prospects. I know both schools are very...
Honest Appraisal
I'd like to start of by giving a big thanks to the posters here, WSO is an amazing resource for career-advice. I'm new to the forum and I was wondering if I could receive some strategy advice re: my career. Background: I am a senior accounting student at WashU, majoring in accounting and looking for...
Accepted return offer and continue interview?
Hey guys I did a summer intern at BB , and accepted the full time return offer in the S&T division. However, I just received an email from one of the best hedge funds in the street regarding the interview of a trading/investing position. (DE Shaw/ Millenium) In the email, they are asking me to...
Should I disclose about my signed offer before interview?
Hey guys I did a summer intern at BB , and accepted the full time return offer in the S&T division. However, I just received an email from one of the best hedge funds in the street regarding the interview of a trading/investing position. (DE Shaw/ Millenium) In the email, they are asking me to...
Oxford Economics and Management vs Cambridge Land Economy (Trinity College) vs PPE Oxford
Hi, Pretty much the title. I am applying for university in the UK and need to choose soon between Economics and Management Oxford, PPE Oxford and Land Economy at Trinity College Cambridge. Land Economy would be easiest to get into, whereas Economics and Management is 16:1 applicants to offers and...
Raymond James vs Oppenheimer
Hello, I want to get some thoughts on comparing these two banks. What is IB culture? comp? exit opps? prestige? Basically pro's and con's of joining these banks at an analyst level. Thank you!
Non-target first-year student in junior standing pursuing IB
I've read WSO for a while now, but this will be my first post since those I've talked to all offer the same generic advice on this issue. I just graduated high school this year and recently moved to a new city. I'm a first-year finance major in junior standing at a west coast non-target, who will...
Undergrad - Penn CAS vs. Wharton
Hi All, I am a current high school senior, and I want to go into finance, probably Hedge Fund after a couple of years of IB and B-school. Do Penn CAS Economics kids have the same, or roughly similar, opportunities, such as OCR and summer internships, as Wharton undergrad kids? Do Wharton grads still...
CS or Econ for Aspiring Economist?
I am about to start an Access to Higher Education course which will enable me to attend university (upon successful completion) at the start of the 2020/2021 academic year. I want to work within the field of economics, and am unsure of which university course would give me the best chance of...
Certifications worth pursuing while in undergrad?
What certifications can an undergrad pursuing IBD or S&T complete while still in school? I can do Bloomberg Market Concepts, which is free through Terminals in the library. Is there anything else free (or super low cost) worth pursuing? I know there are some things on DataCamp like Python for...
Which email to network to?
Hey monkeys, I've tried searching this up a bit but can't seem to find any direct or clear answers. When you connect with people on Linkedin, you can often see their contact info which includes their email. However, often it is their personal email which they used to make their Linkedin profile -...
UTSC CO-OP or Rotman Commerce - Accounting
Hello, which one of these schools is better for accounting Rotman or UTSC co-op? Which one would give me better opportunities in the long run. Thank you for the responses.
What to take from a PWM internship?
I'm currently an incoming sophomore at a semi-target school doing an internship at a private wealth management firm (that's what was recommended for me to do in my freshman summer). I hope to get an investment banking internship next summer as I plan on going into IB upon graduating. My boss is...
Will I miss London SA recruiting?
Currently at a non-target, but I'll be attending a UK target uni for my Master's starting this September. Will I have missed the London 2020 SA recruiting cycle by this time? How/when should I go about applying to these programs given my circumstances?
Podcasts relating to banking
What are some of your favorite podcasts that you all listen to relating to business, finance, banking, etc?
WM Internships
Which types of skills from wealth management jobs/internships can be leveraged for other finance paths? Not that I have little interest in this career, however I think this is something that I would prefer to pursue as a career change further into my professional life after working in other...
Intern Background Check Question
Hey WSO , I have a quick question regarding my ensuing background check for a WM internship this summer at a BB . On my resume, I had listed my first relevant employment experience working with my father in his construction/real-estate business handling paperwork and things of that nature. Point is,...
Thoughts on Virginia Tech SEED Program
Wanted to see everyone's thoughts on VT's SEED (Student-managed Endowment for Educational Development), which manages a portfolio of roughly $5 million. The placement (can't link) also seemed pretty solid considering that it is a non-target. A few students actually got IBD internships/full time...
2020 On-Cycle Recruiting Kicks Off
Looks like Christmas has come early this year...for some Rumor has it that the following firms have kicked off; post your observations below! * New Mountain * KKR * Centerbridge * Ares * Summit * Thoma Bravo * Apollo * TPG * Warburg Pincus * CD&R * Carlyle * AEA * Berkshire Partners * Leonard Green...
What banks do recruitment sophomore spring for junior year internship?
I'm a sophomore at a target school, but I feel like I don't know when applications are due. I know that recruitment starts sophomore spring, but I don't know how to find all the applications because the university doesn't want recruitment this semester.
If colleges were stocks
Which colleges do you see moving up the most in the rankings (university overall or undergraduate business school) over the next ten years? If colleges were stocks which stock (college) do you think has the most upside (based upon their US News ranking)? Obviously there won't be a lot of movement...
Internal Audit Internship to IB/Consulting
Hi all, I'm a sophomore at a semi-target school. Received a call today with an offer for an Internal Audit summer internship at a large financial services firm (think Blackstone, KKR). 10-week program, $25/hour. Was wondering if anyone had insights on the program and how it would provide preparation...
Programs for Women in Finance - Master List
Hi all, I'm not female, but I didn't see a post for Women in Finance opportunities so thought I would make a thread to potentially assist in consolidating these specific programs for applicants. Bringing this up now because I've come across a few applications.
Career in Finance - but also lots of time to travel
Hello. I'm a 3rd year student at University of Toronto in Rotman Commerce and I'm looking into a career in finance (IB, PE , HF all great). I interned last summer for 10 weeks at Goldman here in Toronto and really enjoyed it. I've been thinking more about what specifically I would like to pursue and...
Wilshire Associates - Reputation / Pay / Exit Ops?
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What is the process of becoming an investment banker?
I am a high school student with average grades. I am currently in 11th grade. My grades so far have not been too bad. My current lowest mark in a university/mixed level course is a 70% (in Biology, and I am never taking it again) and my highest is an 81% in Chemistry (definitely not doing Organic...
What direction do I move now? Please help
Hey everyone, I am a senior at a non-target, yet well known business school in Boston. I have a finance major, computer information systems minor, and am graduating in May 2019. So I am interested in a role in finance - whether FP&A, ER , PE , or IB . My GPA is around a 3.3. However, I got an offer...
Offer Decision Help Part 2.
Hi all, I recently made a post here soliciting offer decision help between an upstream O&G private equity internship position, a boutique IB position, and a BB sales and trading role. After reading your responses and doing some reflection I was pretty set on the private equity internship. However, a...
2019 Internship
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Signature Estate & Investment Advisors (SEIA) Junior Financial Analyst Any info?
Hi all, There is a possibility that I will have an interview with Signature Estate & Investment Advisors (SEIA) at their Newport Beach office. I am interested in the Junior Analyst position and was wondering if anyone had any insights into their interview process (either Newport Beach or L.A....
Offer Decision Help Needed
Hi all, I am a current junior trying to decide on which internship offer would give the the greatest probability for a successful career. I would like to eventually end up in PE ideally focusing on tech or consumers. Apologies if this is too lengthy of a post. That being said, I am currently...
Career shift, from healthcare to finance
It has been a while since I have thought in changing my career path, and the finance industry is in the spotlight. For obvious reasons it is a tough decision since I lack of the experience and knowledge. I am thinking of ways to do so, however, the most suitable for me seems to go into Bschool and...
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