July, 2006

Another workplace massacre...Who do you think is to blame? Interesting perspective...I could definitely see this happening in an iBank one day.

A disgruntled and bullied Safeway employee is the latest to commit a workplace massacre. The press and coworkers are blaming the attacker -- but the real culprit is a corporate culture gone bad.

Read on.

Anybody have any experience or know anybody who has made this transition. I went to a second tier school and graduated with a 3.8 GPA while interning at the same Real Estate Development firm the whole time. It is a very prestigious firm that is always ranked in the top 10. My boss had 10 years in Banking before making the move to where he is now. I have been thinking about making a move to Banking or PE.

I am currently a sophomore at a very small private school. It is considered a "prestigious" school in state, but most people out of state have never heard of it. It did get the 19th rank for USnews' Northern Universities-Masters Top Schools. I have a 3.9 GPA, and I am majoring in Business Management with a concentration in Finance. I don't work, but I do volunteer at the hospital every other weekend.

what are new york, london and Toronto Taxes and cost of living like. I've used those "costofliving" calculators but i'd like to know from people who've actually been there. So lets say $100,000. How much after taxes would you have AND how much is rent/utilities/like. Thanks.

Can somebody please post your "story" of how you got into Bschool? Like what was your "wow" factor besides marks. Did you help the blind orphans in china (jk) or maybe you did. etc. I'm just trying to get a feel for what is a "good story" to make you stand out. Thanks

Hello everybody.

First off just fishing for some advice or guidance. Im British, have just finished a 4 year undergrad Degree in Business Finance (1st Class). Have also studied for my Investment management certificate and im 23 years old. Im not sure how you calculate GPA as we dont work on the same system.

I was initially thinking that it would be sensible to join a big 4 accountancy firm. Study for either the ACCA or ACA and specialise in Tax. After a 3 to 5 year stint, attend a top 5 B-School, and then move into PE or IB. I don

Can someone post the bonus' for bulge bracket IB's and any PE salaries for analysts.

Hi Guys,
I'm a 3rd year student,looking for/preparing for summer internships in IBanking, does anybody have any information about working in IBanking in Toronto? consider exit opps, good/prestigious banks, and potential MBA application clout.
Thanks

I have an internship at a large online retail bank that is guaranteed for 4 summers- I have already completed 2. Should I stay here all 4 summers or would it be worthwhile to find an internship at an investment bank my last summer?

I'm interested in finding good summer activities to pursue while in college including both internships as well as taking classes in order to bolster a resume for a career in banking.

Are there any websites i can use to trade the different markets? want to get some practice in before i start work trading for a MM

If I were looking to gain some international exposures, would you recommend London, NYC, or an emerging market? Assuming placement agent is the same.

Forum,

I was working at a US bulge-bracket in equity derivatives, and was recently made redundant in the annual cull.

I have 1 years worth of experience, I DID NOT join the Analyst programme at this bank, rather, I was a direct hire onto the EQD desk.

My academics are not too great, 2.1 degree from Birmingham University (translates to a GPA of around 3.2-3.3) and zero prior work experience/internships.

What are the best I-Banks in Chicago?

Everyone seems to hate their job on this forum. Aside from the money and of course the prestige, is there anything good about banking as an analyst? Also, How does one answer in an interview, "Why do you want to be an Investment Banker"?

Opinions on the group? Dealflow, exit opps, culture, etc.?

For those of you who are already bankers, especially in the BB: I know there aren't very many girls in banking. So do associates or MDs expect less of the females that have made it? From my experience, females' performances tend to suffer more than males' performances in times of great sleep deprivation/exhaustion; I am surprised that some places claim to have a 25% females.

Anyone know when the best time IBanks hire? Specifically Canadian banks as well? I've heard in October but is there any way to get a head start from the competition to show initiative? Thanks again guys. This forum rocks.

Hi i always seem to run across somebody saying that so-and-so bank just came out with their analyst numbers. How accurate are these, there website? Where did you get these bounus/salary numbers? Can you please give me a link as well?

Thanks in advance

So we've pretty much all voiced our opinions on drastic GPA rounding in the "I've been fired..." post.

I'm curious to hear what you all think about rounding a 3.445 GPA to a 3.5. If I had a 3.45, then I would have no problem rounding up to 3.5... but should the fact that I'm .005 away from a 3.45 keep me from rounding?

Do you think this is acceptable, or do you think any rounding at all is unacceptable?

I will be going to a convention soon where I will most likely come across quite a few people already in the idustry. Thus, it is probably a good chance for me to network.

How can I be prepared for such a situation in case if I come across any I-Banker?

Just to let you know my background is not in finance. I studied purely quantative subjects.

Any suggestions ?

What is life really like on Wall Street?

Hi there,

I am currently facing the Early MBA and Less work-experience issue, while searching for I-Banking jobs.

I finished my MBA (Finance) - GPA 3.3 from 2nd Tier school - www.Thunderbird.edu - (overall). School is 2nd tier overall in MBA, however, the school is ranked #1 in International Business speciality by Financial Times and by Wall Street Journal and many other publications. Many alumni are at great places in top banks. However, when it comes to I-Banking, the company seems to be looking at those Top-5 Finance MBA B-school.

Hi there,

I am currently facing the Early MBA and Less work-experience issue, while searching for I-Banking jobs.

I finished my MBA (Finance) - GPA 3.3 from 2nd Tier school - www.Thunderbird.edu - (overall). School is 2nd tier overall in MBA, however, the school is ranked #1 in International Business speciality by Financial Times and by Wall Street Journal and many other publications. Many alumni are at great places in top banks. However, when it comes to I-Banking, the company seems to be looking at those Top-5 Finance MBA B-school.