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Never had brainteasers before in my interview. Just wanted to see if i got them right... let me know if i made any mistakes somewhere or if my answers are wrong. Q1: A bacteria doubles every minute and fills a pond in 1hr, How long for the pond to be filled half way? Q2: You have 2 jars, 10...Brain teaser questions. Just wanted to check...
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<a href="http://http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/wall-street-mentors-mock-interview">Wall Street Mentor</a> Joe describes how to answer the question that you're likely going to get in any IBD or S&T entry-level or MBA-level interview - what department do you want to...What department do you want to work for in Investment Banking and WHY?
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I'm really curious to hear if anyone has come out of undergrad and worked in finance before deciding it wasn't for them long term and went back to get their masters in computer science or something similar. I've worked in public accounting and F500 finance, and the thought of doing...Career Change: Finance to Computer Science
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Hello, I had first rounds at McKinsey last week. Made it through but I think my PEI answers were the weak point. Although I knew that would go in depth I wasn't really prepared for how much and I had to spend way too much time thinking and trying to recall details. I'd like to make...McKinsey PEI questions?
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I just found out I have a 1st round interview at Citi for their CMO division. While I'm not too familiar with this division at Citi, I know a fair amount about MS' GCM division and I'm assuming they're similar / the same. If anyone is familiar with this division and knows...Citi Capital Markets Origination First Round Interview
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What is your take on analyst position with main responsibilites being valuation support and ongoing analysis of PortCos? Would the analyst get involved in deal process (i.e. negotiation with banks, lawyers, due diligence, overall coordination etc.) or just strictly build the models and perform...PE MO/BO position
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Hi, I'm a freshman from a target school. For this summer, I think I will be able get an internship at GS's asset management division. Would this raise my chance of getting IB related job later? Or should I find other things to better spend my...Summer for freshman at a target, Goldman Sachs asset management?
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Hello all, First of all, I know what most of you are going to say - "You don't need a degree to start a business." In most cases, I'd agree with you, 100%. But let me tell you a little bit about my particular situation. 1) I know absolutely nothing about the modern...Need help finding the right Entrepreneurial PhD program!
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I’m looking for a Summer Analyst Position for Summer 2012 in the Investment Banking Division. Here is my resume: http://www.2shared.com/document/r55TxuJf/Resume_CP.html I’ve deferred my final year because of medical reasons so can start in May 2012 at the earliest. I’ve had...Resume Review / Career Advice
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Hey guys! I'm an international sophomore student at a semi-target school in Europe, majoring in chemistry and minoring in math with a GPA around 3.5. I have a few interesting credentials, but none are super related to finance, although I did try to make them appear like that in my resume....PE internship, better than nothing?
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Hey Guys, I had an interview with goldman sachs on tuesday and havent heard back from HR since. Ive heard in the past that usually superdays are like given out 2 days after. Does that mean I have already been rejected?...Havent heard back from Goldman IBD in 3 days or so, does that mean I am out?
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Hi everyone, I'm currently a sophomore in college at second-tier target school. I may have an opportunity for a summer internship overseas in Southeast Asia at JPM out of a connection. I'm from the States but have family there; however, I have no intent to work there and just want the...Overseas Southeast Asia Internship
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Any intel on Lazard Middle Market's interview practices? I'm thinking in terms of technical vs. fit, difficulty, anything to watch out for. any/all help is appreciated....Lazard MM Interview tips?
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I know how it's gonna...Anyone watching Obama...let me know how it goes
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How does UChicago (undergrad, economics major) compare with schools such as Duke and Cornell for job placement on the Street? I'm a high school senior hoping to get into HYP, but I don't think it's likely. However, I was accepted to UChicago and have a relatively decent shot at...UChicago for ibanking
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Let's say you were given a choice. Take $5 million tax-free OR guaranteed admission to your dream school (any program you want) AND your dream business job coming out. I'm limiting it to jobs in business (finance, consulting, startups, tech, etc) since otherwise everyone would want to be...A $5 million check or dream school+dream business job?
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Hat tip to <a href="http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/user/5220" target="blank">Kools</a> for this one. We all knew this day would come (well, either this or an angry boyfriend would shoot him), but <a...Tucker Max Hangs Up His Spurs
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Envy is an ugly thing. And we all struggle with it. Wondering if you guys have envied a fellow co-worker and how you have dealt with it. There's this guy at my fund whom i really don't like. We've both had numerous conflicts before at work. Anyways, this guy started writing his...Co-worker envy
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I was diagnosed with ADD at the age of 16. (My doctor noted that I certainly wasn't hyperactive; I only lacked the ability to focus for long periods of time). Does anyone here have ADD or have any stories of it affecting their career in IB? Also, would it be cause for your application to be...ADD diagnosis; will it affect my IB career at all?
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This is a great article talking about the fact that US jobs are not coming back from overseas. I used to be a strong believer that when wages increase in China (which they already are) you will see some jobs come back to the states. I changed my opinion when I read a great piece talking about...How U.S. Lost Out on iPhone Work
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In my opinion, the office of the presidency has been degraded because of the bullshitting and pandering required to get the job. In the mass media age where hype and cheap one-liners are prized over substance, smart successful "boring" people are looked over....Is Romney just too good to be president?
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So a 48Q in the US is 96th Percentile for quant (or was, whatever)... data is old from 07-09 so some things may be a bit depressed but pretty interesting tool nonetheless <a...GMAT Demographics Percentile Tool
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We all know how expensive pursuing MBA can be. Most programs would cost you anywhere from 50-80k a year including living expenses. Then, factor in the opportunity cost of leaving your work for two years, and MBA sure as hell is an expensive credential to pursue. So, what is the lowest...Lowest ranked MBA you would attend
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/checkpoint-washington/post/us-military-karzai-strongly-condemn-apparent-marine-desecration-of-taliban-corpses/2012/01/12/gIQADTmDtP_blog.html I applaud these Marines for their actions. Young men, sent to a shit hole, allowing a people to be free and vote...Marines Urinate on a dead enemy - Good for them
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The retrenchment has hurt morale among lower-tier workers. Young bankers and traders fresh out of Ivy League universities can no longer count on earning more than their peers in other prestigious industries, such as management consulting and law. Rounds of layoffs, which used to be aimed mainly at...$20K Bonuses at Goldman - We're now in the 99%!!!
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Israel is ready to strike....what do u guys...Israel ready to strike
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I know how it's gonna...Anyone watching Obama...let me know how it goes
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Ahhhh....bonus season. What used to be the best time of year has become a stressful nightmare since 2008. Bonus pools have been steadily shrinking, and black swan events like the rogue trader at UBS even have some banks rolling a donut. What's a banker to do? If you're a senior guy at...Bankers Threaten to Walk, Sue Over Bonus
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It's the time of year for SA interviews. Two-plus years ago, analysts on WSO helped me break into i-banking from a non-target school. <strong>As a result, I'd be happy to answer questions to those interviewing or trying to get banking interviews coming up.</strong> (fyi:...Ask a 2nd Year IB Analyst
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Check these motherfuckers beating on this helpless guy. These assholes are giving him brutal kicks to the head, and for no reason whatsoever. People like this make me sick. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxP0VnbHSxE I dont care how old they were but I would have kicked the shit out of these...7 dudes beat on one Chinese guy
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How does UChicago (undergrad, economics major) compare with schools such as Duke and Cornell for job placement on the Street? I'm a high school senior hoping to get into HYP, but I don't think it's likely. However, I was accepted to UChicago and have a relatively decent shot at...UChicago for ibanking
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So it seems that there are some math people around. To follow up on http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/harder-brainteaser-than-the-coin-flip here is another one: Given: a^2+b^2=c^2+d^2 a^3+b^3=c^3+d^3 Show that: a+b=c+d Requires middle school math, but sure can ruin an interview. As...Do you know algebra?
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https://occupywallst.org/article/A-Message-From-Occupied-Wall-Street-Day-Eight/ Day 8 - The Over Hype of the Century So these clowns are complaining of "the man" violating their rights and all. I mean they have been protesting for 8 days, which is 8 days longer than Syria or...Occupy Wall Street
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Will you <em> ever</em> get rich? It used to be an easy question to answer if you were headed to Wall Street. Not so much today... Yet another look <a...The Wealth Gap in America
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Updated 1/24/2012: MS: Superday, offers out GS: Superday, offers out JPM: Superday, offers out UBS: Superday, offers out Citi: Superday, offers out BarCap: Superday, offers out BOA ML: Superday, offers out DB: Superday, offers out CS: Superday, offer out if you havent heard back...HK BB IBD/CM 2012 SA Thread
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I have a serious question for all of you. I am a rather large man (both in stature and in the pants.) I played D1 football as an offensive lineman. I m currently 6'1, 250lbs. However, I am very lean and at around max 10% body fat. I worry that my overly muscular stature will not bode...Too muscular for the office?
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I need a job badly and at this point I'm willing to do just about anything. I've been out of work for a year and I don't know what to do - every single one of my strategies has flopped. So long as it's legal I'm willing to consider just about anything. Otherwise I'm...Need a Job - Will take Anything
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1. When you're meeting someone for the first time who's in every single one of your classes and obviously knows who you are, and he asks "aren't you in my class?" with a straight expression on his face. You know you're in my class, stfu. 2. People who write letters...Random things that piss you off
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We all know how expensive pursuing MBA can be. Most programs would cost you anywhere from 50-80k a year including living expenses. Then, factor in the opportunity cost of leaving your work for two years, and MBA sure as hell is an expensive credential to pursue. So, what is the lowest...Lowest ranked MBA you would attend
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Who is watching the news? Obama is about to deliver a statement in the White House briefing room. John King from CNN said that the announcement is about Osama Bin Ladin's death. According to John King, the U.S has the body of Bin Ladin. So what's...Osama Bin Laden is Dead
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Interested to know your thoughts on Obama's press conference. What do you guys think will happen, both politically and with the markets? I'm very proud of the House Republicans for holding to their beliefs and trying to force substantive cuts and save us from bankruptcy. My guess is...Obama Press Conference
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Hey Everybody - if any of you are looking for a quality GMAT preparation I'd encourage you to check out our partnership with Veritas Prep here because WSO members get 10% off: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/veritas-gmat-prep-discount For those of you thinking of an MBA with admissions...Ask Alex at MBA Apply
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There are a lot of people that don't have access to CapitalIQ that would like to be able to source boutiques in their area. This thread will be an attempt to help them out. If you have a regional request, post it and someone will give a list of the criteria used and the subsequent...Regional Boutiques
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Official ibankingoasis belief in God poll. Any religion with a God accepted. I'll...Do you believe in God?
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So it seems that there are some math people around. To follow up on http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/harder-brainteaser-than-the-coin-flip here is another one: Given: a^2+b^2=c^2+d^2 a^3+b^3=c^3+d^3 Show that: a+b=c+d Requires middle school math, but sure can ruin an interview. As...Do you know algebra?
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Hey Everybody - if any of you are looking for a quality GMAT preparation I'd encourage you to check out our partnership with Veritas Prep here because WSO members get 10% off: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/veritas-gmat-prep-discount For those of you thinking of an MBA with admissions...Ask Stacy Blackman Consulting - Business School Admissions
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https://occupywallst.org/article/A-Message-From-Occupied-Wall-Street-Day-Eight/ Day 8 - The Over Hype of the Century So these clowns are complaining of "the man" violating their rights and all. I mean they have been protesting for 8 days, which is 8 days longer than Syria or...Occupy Wall Street
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Will you <em> ever</em> get rich? It used to be an easy question to answer if you were headed to Wall Street. Not so much today... Yet another look <a...The Wealth Gap in America
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Updated 1/24/2012: MS: Superday, offers out GS: Superday, offers out JPM: Superday, offers out UBS: Superday, offers out Citi: Superday, offers out BarCap: Superday, offers out BOA ML: Superday, offers out DB: Superday, offers out CS: Superday, offer out if you havent heard back...HK BB IBD/CM 2012 SA Thread
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I have a serious question for all of you. I am a rather large man (both in stature and in the pants.) I played D1 football as an offensive lineman. I m currently 6'1, 250lbs. However, I am very lean and at around max 10% body fat. I worry that my overly muscular stature will not bode...Too muscular for the office?
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I need a job badly and at this point I'm willing to do just about anything. I've been out of work for a year and I don't know what to do - every single one of my strategies has flopped. So long as it's legal I'm willing to consider just about anything. Otherwise I'm...Need a Job - Will take Anything
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