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Please read in the <a href="http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/wso-user-guidelines">WSO User Guidelines</a> in detail before posting to... Spotlight: WSO User Guidelines	0	49 weeks 1 day ago by WallStreetOasis.com	n/a
Does it matter when applying to the top 5 b-schools whether you're coming from, say, CS or MS (IBD)? Assume GMAT = 740 and a top-two ivy undergrad... BB Ibanking to b-school: Prestige matters?	1	6 years 18 weeks ago by ivybanker	6 years 18 weeks ago by Banking on Inve...
Recently graduated from a top 10 public university majoring in Business; wanted to get into investment banking but couldn't land any gigs. Currently, I'm working at a technology consulting start-up, but recently have an offer for a financial analyst position at HP. What experience... Better Experience for B-School?	3	2 years 36 weeks ago by itecya	2 years 36 weeks ago by cphbravo96
Rensselaer's Lally School of Management & Technology offers a unique plan of study for our Bachelor of Science in Management program. The program features a rich and exceptional learning experience balancing an integrated combination of core courses in management, technology, and the... Brief Overview of Lally’s Undergraduate Program	5	3 years 7 weeks ago by webmaster112	3 years 7 weeks ago by havilape
Hello together, how much does a CFA exam helps you if you (want to) work in structuring derivatives? Have a nice... CFA - usefull for structuring?	2	6 years 2 weeks ago by AniraX	6 years 2 weeks ago by AniraX
which one is better and why? It seems that Michigan's programis better but the location and reputation is not as good as Columbia? And is OR a well-known major to do right now? Thank you... Columbia MSOR VS University of Michigan Ann Arbor MFE	6	12 weeks 6 days ago by hzsh2009	12 weeks 5 days ago by hzsh2009
I applied to 4 MSF programs for this fall ( BU, UIUC, VANDERBILT, GWU). The only place i got into is GWU. I am planning to go there now but after reading a few comments on this site I am starting to doubt my decision. My main concern is that the degree may not create as much value as the 60k cost.... GWU MSF rankings and employment opportunties	7	2 years 2 weeks ago by omarkhan2301	2 years 2 weeks ago by vadremc
Hi all, I am in the midst of a really important decision and I was hoping to seek some advice here from all you Bschool experts out there. I'd start by providing a bit of background info - I have been trying to break into the asset management industry (specifically, equities, be it public... Is a Masters in Finance the right choice and what are my chances?	10	1 year 31 weeks ago by vastskies	1 year 31 weeks ago by cibo
Is a Masters in Applied Economics as valuable as a MSF, MBA, or CFA for getting a job as a ER analyst or a portfolio manager at a bulge bracket IB or asset management firm? In what order would you rank these qualifications?... Masters in Applied Economics for ER	4	3 years 1 week ago by ace44	1 year 4 days ago by JHBkid
HEY GUYS RECENTLY I HAD A CHANCE TO LOG INTO ONEWIRE.COMM SUPPOSEDLY THE SITE MATCHES YOU WITH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYERS DID ANYONE OF U GOT LUCKY ON THAT SITE? OR AT LEAST GOT A CALL FOR AN... ONEWIRE.COM???	4	2 years 5 days ago by [email protected]	2 years 4 days ago by brooksbrotha
hello all... I have very much cc . I want to sell... Volunteer to be laid off	0	38 weeks 6 days ago by qwerty199111	n/a
Hi, Which one to choose between Washington university in St Louis (OLIN's) VS HEC for MS Finance.. I am an international student (Deloitte 20 months, Undergrad : IIT (India), CFA level 1 cleared) As far as the brand is considered HEC is better than Olin. But US has better opportunities... Washington university in St Louis (OLIN's) VS HEC MS Finance	2	10 weeks 20 hours ago by crossroads	9 weeks 5 days ago by crossroads
I'm in a bit of a situation here writing my final essay for my Wharton app; the one about "what would you do in 3 hours of work-free time" that tries to probe into what you do in your free time and how it's impacted you... My profile is, in my opinion, solid for b-school.... "Appropriate" Non-work Activities for Essays / Resume	2	25 weeks 6 days ago by dkn2101	25 weeks 6 days ago by Betsy Massar
I was curious to know if people could share their knowledge on "backdoor" programs... that don't have the admission obstacles/bars that traditional MBA programs have, yet still they still offer reasonable network/recruiting opportunities. ...perhaps a engineering, economics,... "back doors" into IB through non-traditional graduate programs	1	3 years 8 weeks ago by PapaJohns	3 years 8 weeks ago by breakinginnew
I'm finishing up my junior year at a top liberal arts school, and I'm weighing my options for whatever I end up doing postgrad. I'm an Economics and Classics double major, with a ~3.8 GPA (inducted into Phi Beta Kappa). I'm also an analyst with the school's Investment... "Early Career," etc. Business School Options	13	3 years 7 weeks ago by Modern Day Yuppie	3 years 7 weeks ago by whateverittakes
Really interesting, I never thought about starting a venture after bschool, but it seems it is hard for non-americans. Isn't this article an evidence the US is going to lose its edge to India and China? <a... "Immigrants Found Nearly Half of Top Start-ups"	16	1 year 25 weeks ago by lifeofpurpose	1 year 25 weeks ago by dksfhsdiuf
I know there are many of us on this board who either are currently attending a non-target university, or recieved a degree from a non-target and would love to get a position at an investment bank but simply can't even get an interview. Not to mention that a large portion of analysts would... "Just go to a top MBA program"	2	6 years 22 weeks ago by pongo	6 years 22 weeks ago by ZiggyMon
Saw this on Bloomberg, thought it was interesting. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-07-20/ivy-league-like-alliance-of-asian-mba-schools-aims-to-attract-westerners.html Seems that they set up a common website as well,... "New" Asian Ivy League MBA initiative	0	2 years 47 weeks ago by nostradamus	n/a
I have a question targeted for current or graduated MBAs(and especially those familiar with career switchers). My background is mostly in product development as a software engineer for a decent company (I bet many of you in finance have seen some of my creations) before moving on to a quasi... "Realistic-ness" of goals for MBA	0	25 weeks 4 hours ago by Blax0r	n/a
I know this topic has been discussed a few times but I'm still a tad worried. I'm finance and accounting major coming from a non-target and expect to graduate with a 3.3. However, i fucked up big time a few days ago on a financial statement analysis exam due to stress from recruiting. The... "W" in relevant course senior year, b-school effect?	7	2 years 33 weeks ago by lulzbanker	2 years 33 weeks ago by swagon
hey, what do you think of this book (in case you read it). I found it quite entertaining... "What they teach you at Harvard Business School" any thoughts?	3	13 weeks 6 days ago by UK2013plus	13 weeks 6 days ago by UK2013plus
This might sound strange, but I work a shitty retail $10 an hour job, but I made 700k investing at 30 years of age, by betting real estate was going to collapse with my life savings. I'm thinking I want to work in big 4 accounting or management consulting, because I don't want to be... $10 an hour job with 700k in savings help me decide please	12	1 year 8 weeks ago by big4orgobust	1 year 7 weeks ago by TooEducatedToBe...
dear fellow monkeys, do you know of any reputable master's programs in applied math/computer science that dont require a bachelor's in math/cs? my bachelor's is in econ, but i wanna get a more quantitative degree (i am not that interested in fin math though ... ) i am... (applied) math/cs masters without bachelors in math/cs?	3	32 weeks 4 hours ago by hoodrich	31 weeks 5 days ago by pplstuff

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Hello all! I will try to be concise as this is a very specific question for my own situation. I recently graduated with a B.A. in journalism and decided late that I want to work in business. Easy right? Nope! I have decided to pursue my MBA in Finance and would like to work in VC or IB. I want to...
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Chances at Masters in Finance?
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Hello all, I was wondering about the GPA cutoffs/ranges that major firms have for giving out FT first-round interviews. Let's say that we're talking about MBB/OW/Monitor/Deloitte, and of course the cutoffs will probably be different for different firms. I'm at a top 5 UG...
FT Interview GPA Cutoffs/Ranges
Guys, I tried looking at older posts, but wasn't getting it. I have the acquiring co. buying the target for $380m. From that, $250m is supposed to be debt and the rest cash. I'm going through the adjustments to pro forma the combined cos. balance sheet. The buyer has a negative cash...
Debt/free cash free, how do you balance the BS in a merger?
The Fed said today that the economy's getting better, so they may taper asset purchases at some point later this year/early next year. If they said the economy's getting better, why did stocks fall? is it fear? uncertainty? can someone please explain? Apologies in advance if this is a...
Why did the stock market fall today, after the FOMC statement?
I've asked similar questions before, but I'm wondering how much student debt the average target has on here? I'm generally extremely against debt, and am hesitant to take out loans even for a target school. I hope there is a way into a top MBA without a top undergraduate degree so...
How much student debt do you have?
All, I am a senior, graduating in December from a non-target school, with a BS in Economics, minor in philosophy. I have previous internships in politics and finance. My goal is to land an entry level position anywhere in finance, but preferably an analyst program at a middle market investment...
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What models that you learn in banking are also used in PE? Just LBO models or do you also sometimes do DCFs, comps, merger models, sum-of-parts, etc? I'm assuming you need to be able to build 3-statement operating models to power the LBO...
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When I first started as a PE analyst, I constantly struggled with judging the amount of time I should spend on reviewing sourced deals. How much time is enough to really get a handle on the company’s revenue streams? How granular do I need my analysis to be on industry threats? With this... Misguided Efforts: A Cautionary Tale
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