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hello, A friend of mine is interested in applying to top 5 MBA program via GRE. Don't ask me why not just GMAT because that's a whole another story. Her overall profile is solid, but I don't really want to go into that discussion. Since GRE is still relatively a new phenomenon for... Avg GRE score breakdown for top MBA	10	2 years 47 weeks ago by tzn007	2 years 47 weeks ago by PossumBelly
Hey, So, I'm going into my senior year Northeastern University in Boston (aka good school but not great and nowhere near target school for a BB). I'm planning on doing an MBA, eventually, but my GMAT scores worry me a little bit. I got a 700, which I realize in itself will not get... GMAT split for top MBA program	4	2 years 47 weeks ago by college_kid_fro...	2 years 47 weeks ago by PossumBelly
Hi, i'm currently a college junior majoring in Computer Science who is thinking about applying to 2+2. I probably want to end up in finance later in my life, but I know that they don't want to hear that so i will leave that out of my app. But the thing i'm concerned about is that... Harvard 2+2, 2 year hiatus too short?	8	2 years 47 weeks ago by john2	2 years 47 weeks ago by tzn007
If only one semester of grades will be available by fall IB interviews will a one year MSF Degree add value, or will recruiters be more interested in my undergraduate degree and GPAs?... One Year MSF Degrees	1	2 years 47 weeks ago by ace44	2 years 47 weeks ago by TNA
Im taking a Corporate Finance class at NYU and I cant for the life of me solve this problem. Keep in mind I am an accounting guru and have little valutaion experience. Need some help! I am at my wits end with this question. I think I am right but it doesnt make sense to me. Some help would be truly... ROE	1	2 years 47 weeks ago by smirns	2 years 47 weeks ago by moneypants3
I have BS in Exercise Science that is doing me nothing in my current profession (lolretail banking). I'm questioning if going back for a more relative or advanced degree is going to be NEEDED taking into consideration it will NOT be from a target school; in order to break into IB/PE/HF or even... MBA or MS or BA even worth it?	6	2 years 48 weeks ago by 1cubuffalo	2 years 47 weeks ago by [email protected]
I have recently moved from industry finance at a F100 high-tech company (Apple, Microsoft) to investment banking at a regional player. I hope to apply to a top MBA program with hopes of getting into ibanking at a BB post MBA. How much time should I spend in ibanking pre-MBA to get me into a top... MBA chances	3	2 years 48 weeks ago by pivotmonkey	2 years 47 weeks ago by wintonheights
When should internships be dropped from resume? I had three internships in college and working on fourth year of work exp. Doing MBA applications and should my UG internships stay on resume or take... Internships on Resume	4	2 years 48 weeks ago by monty09	2 years 47 weeks ago by monty09
Hi all, How will B-school adcomm view employment gaps? I currently have 2 gaps on my resume - 1) I graduated a semester early from college, but didn't start until summer with the rest of my class (gap of 6 months) 2) I got laid off last summer and was out of work for 4... Employment Gap	3	2 years 48 weeks ago by santoshi	2 years 47 weeks ago by Walkio
Just curious what people here think is a better opportunity (hypothetical): You have 5 years military W/E You are accepted to an M7 MBA (Booth, CBS, Kellogg) You also have an offer at M/B/B as pre-MBA hire You're not 100% sure what you want to do in life, but you are pretty sure... M/B/B or B-school?	11	2 years 48 weeks ago by Killer_Queen	2 years 48 weeks ago by airBUS Pilot
It's a bit early, but I've enrolled in Tepper at CMU for the class of 2014 and will probably be gunning for a position in investment banking at a BB firm. I'm looking to do everything in my power to set myself apart, which means I'm looking at its BS in Computational Finance and... Tepper Ugrad chances into I-Banking	7	2 years 49 weeks ago by Avgasian	2 years 48 weeks ago by Avgasian
I'm going to Naval Officer Candidate School in the beginning of 2011 but I will be done with my undergrad (in accounting) in July. As you can see, there's about a 6 month gap there that I have no idea what to do with. Should I start studying for an hour or two a day for the gmat? I... When to start studying for the gmat?	4	2 years 48 weeks ago by southernstunna	2 years 48 weeks ago by southernstunna
which MSF program do you guys think has the best sales&trading placement out of these: - Vanderbilt - Boston College - Villanova - Uni of Florida - University of Rochester - UIUC How about in term of proprietary trading and hedge funds? And if I apply to the MMS program at Duke,... Which MSF program for sales&trading?	14	2 years 48 weeks ago by [email protected]	2 years 48 weeks ago by nelly0
Advice? The other posts are kind of... Best GMAT Prep Book/Classes	4	2 years 49 weeks ago by nutsaboutWS	2 years 48 weeks ago by nutsaboutWS
Hi everyone, I'm a college student that has trouble deciding what areas to "concentrate" in to best prepare myself for a job in finance, specifically in i-banking or asset management. Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated! I hope to concentrate in finance and... Economics or Accounting	12	2 years 48 weeks ago by Kram	2 years 48 weeks ago by jimbrowngoU
Hi I have an offer from Ms finance and Economics course from LSE but i am not sure whether it will be a good course to join as job placements have not been good and am uncertain about the reputation of LSE outside UK in case i have come back to my home country. I am currently working in IT... LSe Msc Finance and Economics	9	2 years 49 weeks ago by banbuzz	2 years 48 weeks ago by IFeelVolatile
Hey guys, just wanted to get your opinion on these MSF programs and how you would rate them. I know they are not cream of the crop, but given my low GPA, they are my best bets probably. Tulsa UT Dallas University of Baltimore University of Tampa University of Colorado at Denver I've... Any advice on these schools?	15	2 years 50 weeks ago by The.RealDeal	2 years 48 weeks ago by The.RealDeal
At business school, it's called FOMO: Fear of Missing Out. This seems to especially apply to travelling, whereby a lot of MBA students use their loans to finance exotic trips abroad or weekend trips to places like Vegas or Vail. For current and former MBA students, what are some of the... Going on trips in business school	0	2 years 48 weeks ago by Brady4MVP	n/a
Guys i am just wondering if anyone has heard anything on Penn State MBA online? Just been looking for an online MBA program and came across this one. Any thoughts or advice please help... Penn State MBA online	3	2 years 48 weeks ago by sajohnson	2 years 48 weeks ago by Easy E
Hi All, I am currently a rising sophomore at Bentley University and am very interested in I-banking. I was recently accepted as a transfer student to NYU Stern for sophomore year. Which school would be better to pursue a career in i-banking, getting internships better reputation and an overall... NYU Stern vs Bentley University	10	2 years 50 weeks ago by mwj540	2 years 48 weeks ago by BuySideResearcher
Why do people who already own a business going to b school? What can they get out of?... MBA and own a biz	10	2 years 50 weeks ago by doctortt	2 years 48 weeks ago by wintonheights
For the past 2 years I've been working for a small VC fund (just under a $100m) focused primarily on the payments industry. It was a great opportunity coming out of undergrad and I've had the opportunity to be involved in the entire deal process -- no cold calling/sourcing. I plan on... VC, Start-Ups, and B-School	4	2 years 49 weeks ago by peventure	2 years 49 weeks ago by aceman
Hi all, I was wondering if anyone knows about good MBA programs for students that are smart, but don't come from elite backgrounds that might have trouble getting into the M7 schools. For example, I consider myself reasonably smart, but I'm definitely not a Harvard => McKinsey type... MBAs for Smart But not Elite Students?	20	2 years 49 weeks ago by nontargetbanker	2 years 49 weeks ago by h.e.pennypacker
Would gaining (investment related) work experience at a government corporation provide a better start to a career in ER or asset management than getting an MBA or MSF from third tier B-School? What option would you choose if you could complete the MBA or MSF almost for... THIRD TIER B-SCHOOL VS. GOVERNMENT CORPORATION INVESTMENT WORK EXPERIENCE: VIABLE OPTIONS FOR ENTERING ER OR AM	1	2 years 49 weeks ago by ace44	2 years 49 weeks ago by Victor252
Hey Forum, i need some quick infos/ideas about my thoughts. it might be too vague, but here i come> -got into LSE MSc Management, but trying to switch to a 1 yr program Management and Organization.. -would have wanted to get into my dream school Columbia MSc Marketing.. didnt work... LSE vs LBS to USA & China	4	2 years 50 weeks ago by graduator	2 years 49 weeks ago by rebelcross

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I work as a long/short equity analyst at a large hedge fund. I've been lucky enough to be more than just a model monkey early on in my career, but have also been exposed to the stress of being measured on returns. I primarily cover consumer and TMT names. I went the typical path (target school...
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Aside from exceptional SATs, a solid GPA, and standout extracurriculars, what made your college application unique? I am a high school student who aspires to earn my spot in the world but am concerned about not standing out to admissions committees and being consequently rejected from elite...
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Ran into ING US (VOYA) while hunting for cheap price to book investments. It has turned into a bit more interesting than just that metric and indeed may be an aig-style investment. A background: ING US is a financial services...
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I'm an upcoming senior in high school trying to land a solid internship at a financial company. Do what needs to be...
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Hello all! I've been lurking here for a week or so and have been reading all of the different advice given to others who have similar situations. I'm currently a student at UT-Austin, and am probably going to be admitted into McCombs School of Business. The problem I'm having is...
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Hi, I'm a rising sophomore at a semi-target in the north east. I have a 3.5 GPA working towards a finance/history major I have a couple of extracurriculars, but nothing that I'd say is noteworthy. Do I have a chance at getting a sophomore internship in ER at a BB for next summer? Am I...
Chance of Internship?
I have options to use a Blackberry with only emailing capabilities or to just access corporate email through my personal iPhone for the 10 week internship - for those of you who have worked or are currently working in IB, which option would you suggest I take? I'm slightly leaning towards...
Blackberry or Personal iPhone for internship?
Just graduated college from a completely non-target, sub 3.0 cum GPA, and a degree in economics and management. Ultimate goal is Hedge Fund working as an equity/industry analyst. Will be working full time for a HFoF's right out of the gate therefore I'm looking for an online degree due...
Southern New Hampshire Univeristy: Online MSF Program. Thoughts Anyone?
Always had a mind for math but I switched to biology in college to pursue premed (the lazy way). Rising junior, semi-target big state school, 3.7 GPA. GPA will definitely go up next year since I'm done with the hardest courses in my major (if I stay on bio, that is). Not...
What's the best I can do in my current situation?
I have the opportunity to start an internship prior to starting b-school apps. The partners at a PE firm have given me flexibility in when I can start; I'd like to start as late as possible while still being able to put it on my apps. I'm planning on matriculating in 2015 for the 2017...
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I'm currently a Private Equity Analyst in Shanghai, China. Academically, I graduated from a target school majoring in Economics and Chinese. I also spent my time at college as the president of an on-campus student organization related to Finance and Economics and a volunteer for a local... Ask me anything… I'm a Private Equity Analyst in Shanghai
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