Wall Street Oasis logo


  • Recent
    • All Recent Content
    • Top WSO Bloggers
    • WSO Chat Room
    • Hot Topics - Week
    • Hot Topics - Month
    • Hot Topics - Year
    • Hot Topics - All Time
    • Top Comments - All Time
  • FAQs
    • Best Interviews
    • Common Questions
    • Industry Specific
    • WSO 101
    • Education
    • Recruiting
    • Life in Finance
    • WSO Company Database
    • WSO Finance Dictionary
  • Forums
    • Post Forum Topic
    • Best Comments
    • WSO Chat Room
    • Job Search Advice
    • Investment Banking
    • Private Equity
    • Venture Capital
    • Trading
    • Consulting
    • Hedge Funds
    • Corporate Finance
    • Real Estate Finance
    • Equity Research
    • Asset Management
    • WSO Success Stories
    • Other Careers
    • Business School
    • Resume Forum
    • Wall St. Fashion
    • New User Intros
    • Monkey Around
    • WSO Products
    • Site Suggestions
  • Groups
    • Browse Groups
    • Create Group
    • My Groups
    • Non Target Networking
    • Energy Trading
    • State your salary
    • Read the Footnotes
    • Proprietary Traders
    • WSO Investment Forum
    • CFA
    • The Restructuring Group
    • Economics
    • RE Finance/Investments
  • About
    • About WSO
    • Press
    • Contact Us
    • RSS Sitemap
    • Advertise on WSO
    • WSO Discounts
    • WSO Store
  • Login
  • Sign Up!
  • Hot Topics
  • My Profile
  • Company Research
  • Modeling
  • Resume Review
  • Events
  • Interview Guides
  • Job Board
  • Intern Positions

6 Free Financial Modeling Lessons...and More.

Enter your e-mail below to get our Free Tutorials.

New User Introductions
 

Login to Start Discussion
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • next ›
  • last »
 TopicRepliesCreatedLast replysort icon
Please read in the <a href="http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/wso-user-guidelines">WSO User Guidelines</a> in detail before posting to...
WSO User Guidelines
044 weeks 5 days ago
by WallStreetOasis.com
n/a
Hey guys, So I am very new to this....I know about the CFA and the CPA , but I recently read something about some ''series'' exams, such as series 7 and what not, and it sounds like taking and passing those would be easier and cheaper for someone with no background in...
Series....series... 1, 2 3, 6, 9, damn you are fine
41 day 6 hours ago
by Alexa9
23 hours 6 min ago
by CTA
I'm a 1st year undergraduate med student in the UK at a top 3 med school. I had a tough time deciding between medicine and business but i chose medicine. This summer i'm doing neurology research (will be using excel) but i'm also interested in doing some sort of summer internship at...
med student interested in summer job
11 day 6 hours ago
by HC108
1 day 2 hours ago
by Beny23
Hey guys! Im 21, starting my last year of a non-target school in September, majoring in Economics:Finance( GPA not so good.. no really its pretty "f ing" bad, Im serious). By the time I turned 21 I got my series 7 (first shot) and 63. ( worked as a broker for your typical boutique...
Hello, future wall street legend, (hopefully anyways)
181 day 15 hours ago
by NYRussian21
1 day 5 hours ago
by tropos
Hello monkeys, Created this account to get a feel for things in the world of Wall St. and get a head start (within reason, of course). Been lurking on this site for a while now, and looking forward to enjoying the golden bits of WSO trolling/troll-busting :) But for now, just enjoying one of...
Greenhorn intro
11 day 7 hours ago
by FuggingFugger
1 day 5 hours ago
by WallStreetOasis.com
Hi guys, I have been lurking here for a bit and i decided to give it a try and ask something specific to my situation. I am an Economics major at a ( what I assume from what I've read so far) non target university... I also know that liberal arts degrees 'get shit on a lot' and...
Noob here...completely clueless
42 days 2 hours ago
by Alexa9
1 day 6 hours ago
by Alexa9
I'm a Math & Econ double major, with a poor gpa and an academic dismissal, and I'm aiming at IB post-MBA Basically I did very poorly at a state school in the Midwest, was majoring in history, flunked out, and now I'm back and doing very well. My overall GPA will be poor no...
College junior with poor college transcripts, looking for advice 
62 weeks 6 days ago
by Crassus
1 day 12 hours ago
by McCombs BBA
I've been a reader of the forum for some time, and I finally joined a few days ago. As it stands, I'm only in community college, and I'm half way through my lower division courses. I'm a cali resident, and I'm looking at getting into CSU Fullerton. I'm dead set on...
Hey all! New guy, need some advice!
12 days 10 hours ago
by andrew_P93
2 days 8 hours ago
by Romy
Hi, everyone ... I am VERY new to this field. I am a male in my early 40's, considering business school for a career change into finance. I already have degrees in math (Caltech) and law (UCLA), and got licensed as a patent attorney, but am still invisible to law firms (due to low first-year...
B-School: Admissions & Recruiting
141 week 2 days ago
by HigherEdJunkie
2 days 15 hours ago
by UFOinsider
Hey Guys, As I'm sure you can deduce from the title, I am an Auditor at one of the Big 4 (let the hazing begin) who just joined this forum after trying to break out of the public accounting world for over a year. After attending school for accounting (and incurring 100K in debt), I found...
CPA - Can't Produce Anything
211 week 1 hour ago
by JohnGaltCPA
2 days 18 hours ago
by Steed.Menendez
Hi All, First time poster, long time reader – so please bare with me! Recently, I was offered the opportunity to work for a MM firm as an assistant to a small group of traders and research analysts (think buy side trading/research). My role is basically an assistant to the group –...
Is It Worth The Move?
53 days 9 hours ago
by thecomeup
2 days 18 hours ago
by wizards_apprentice
Hey guys, Just wanted to throw out a quick introduction. I've learned a lot in the one week I've been on here. Taking my GMAT within the next month to see what my chances are of getting into a top 15 program...namely NYU. How do you feel about the doors that degree could open if I...
CT-NY, getting ready for my GMAT
33 weeks 5 hours ago
by BreezyLIA
3 days 1 hour ago
by stanfordstud
Hey guys, I'm currently a third-year biochemistry Ph.D. at Yale. During this past year, after my qualifying exams, I realized academia was not for me and began to pursue other options, including management consulting. A recent case competition helped solidify consulting as a great career...
STEM Ph.D. to Management Consultant
73 days 9 hours ago
by HostileTakeOver
3 days 4 hours ago
by Emm_N_Ayy
Hi there! I'm currently a first-year student at the University of Chicago. I'm interested in going into IBD and eventually transitioning into PE. I will be working this summer at a wealth management firm in Los Angeles. I have read through these forums for a long time now and have finally...
Hello!
84 days 2 hours ago
by alenic
3 days 8 hours ago
by alenic
Hello WSO, I graduated from UC San Diego in Biochemistry, and received a MS from Georgetown University in Science Policy (emphasis in bioweapons/biodefense). I'm currently working in DC as a defense contractor, but I've recently been exploring management consulting options after...
New consultant-to-be
13 days 10 hours ago
by dihydrogen
3 days 9 hours ago
by Beny23
Hi. I'm new to this forum. I have been here before but just reading through threads. I'm studying accounting and will graduate in December from Boston College. I was wondering if there was a chance for someone like me to get into asset management or some kind of lucrative sales. I...
hi
92 weeks 9 hours ago
by PearMartini
4 days 4 hours ago
by duffmt6
Should somebody know Fundamental Analysis or Value/Growth Investing before learning Quantitative Analysis? And what kind of math is involved in learning it? I know Calculus and Statistics, what else do I need to...
Is it possible for me to become a quant on my own without knowing any fundamental or technical analysis?
101 week 2 days ago
by dickenscharles741
4 days 6 hours ago
by dickenscharles741
What is the process of fundamental analysis? There's the analysis of financial statements (income, balance, and cash flow), analysis of the sector and industry, analysis of the management, but what else is there to research and continue to research on a company if I were to buy its...
What is the process of fundamental analysis?
43 weeks 6 days ago
by dickenscharles741
5 days 6 hours ago
by ytinifni
Are there any websites or ebooks for free online that offer a quality tutorial through growth...
Quality and Free Growth Investing Tutorial / Course?
62 weeks 6 days ago
by dickenscharles741
5 days 7 hours ago
by dickenscharles741
I am moving to Boston for a full time job in June/July in finance and was wondering if anyone had advice on finding an apartment or roommate there. What areas should I shoot to live in / what I should expect for...
Boston Housing
112 weeks 5 hours ago
by ctmichigan
5 days 10 hours ago
by jn525
To introduce myself: I've been with the markets group of a central bank for the past three years, mostly in analysis/monitoring of domestic and foreign money markets and FX. In August I'm heading to the UK to do the econ masters at LSE and in a few weeks I'm sitting the CFA Level...
Hi
96 days 21 hours ago
by Antipodean
6 days 9 hours ago
by Antipodean
I was born in Greece and I am currently studying in Greece. I try to keep up with current events. I imagine many of you have questions about what is going on, so ask away and be specific. I'b be happy to give you some...
I am a Greek citizen Ask me anything
691 week 1 day ago
by TaTa
6 days 15 hours ago
by peinvestor2012
Whenever I hear of options, I always hear that people are options traders, and that the only things they use are price action, indicators, oscillators, etc. Is there no such thing as fundamental analysis of...
Is it only possible to trade options with technical analysis?
11 week 3 hours ago
by dickenscharles741
1 week 3 hours ago
by frooter
There's no denying it, money is a huge driving factor in many of life's choices. I'm also sure that many of us have dreamed of swimming in benjies and recording our own rap videos. I am young and I want to know if an investment banking, private equity, and/or hedge fund career...
How to Become a Millionare by the Age of 30
121 week 20 hours ago
by LiveTopShelf
1 week 9 hours ago
by LiveTopShelf
Engineering student in Southern Cal soon to graduate I have a fascination in Oil and Gas (Petroleum) all that energy stuff really fascinates and interests me but I am also into the whole finance deal. I see myself doing the whole MBA deal but not too sure what doors that would open? Wall Street?...
What's up Guys??? Advice!!!!
11 week 2 days ago
by SouthBayRider2
1 week 1 day ago
by Kejsaren
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • next ›
  • last »

Forum Topics

  • New
  • Active
  • Rank
  • Comments
  • Just a silly trend because I’m bored in an airport. If you can chose anyone to be your mentor who would you choose? It can be someone you meet or not. For me it’s Anwar Zakkour vice chairman from JP Morgan, I’m really into tech and m&a so he is an easy choose for me. Meet him once...
    Mentors
  • With the great acceleration of WSO Certified Users has come an awesome collection of interviews, general Q&As and AMAs that we have compiled into 1 place. If you hover over the FAQ menu above and click "Best Interviews", you will find an awesome array of Q&As from some of WSOs...
    Best Q&As and Interviews on WSO
  • To those who used to (or are currently) working at JPM Private Banking: could you answer these questions? 1. Are JPM Private Banking analysts given a 2 year or a 3 year contract? 2. Is the salary-bonus structure only for analysts/associates or does it hold for VP level and above as...
    The truth behind JPM Private Banking.
  • I have a few questions about my business files/filings and dealings that I need a VC specializing in digital media, digital distribution, (social media?), and/or related sectors to consult me on. Just message me here, identify your firm, speciality, (and yourself if possible) so I know...
    VC's - Consult Me
  • Data on post-MBA salaries are ubiquitous, but I can't find a good source of samples of post-MBA entry-level job titles. Having a wide sample of such titles may aid in career planning/ self-analysis. What are some example entry-level positions that a top-MBA can expect to...
    Post-MBA entry-level job titles
  • Well, I've been down on my luck lately, I got turned down for a Fund of Funds Analyst role and I'm waiting to see if I can get into Santa Clara University for an MSF. I figured doing something good will turn things around. And up to this point, I've been exceptionally greedy in...
    Giving Back-- Holy Grail for Contacts in HF Industry
  • What do you think the benefits of staying in banking after an analyst stint as opposed to trying to break into PE/HF...
    Pros and Cons of staying in banking?
  • Hi everyone, I am currently interning at a merchant bank this summer. For those not familiar with MBs, a merchant bank is an ibank-PE hybrid where the bank invests in the companies that it advises. However, there is no modeling or financial analysis work for interns. We have a formal...
    Spinning experience at merchant bank
  • We'd like to thank the Wall Street Oasis sponsors that help keep the community free for everyone and we encourage all of you to check them out below! <strong> <a href="http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/veritas-gmat-prep-discount">Veritas GMAT Prep</a> - The Leader...
    Thank You To Our Sponsors
  • Background: -West coast target, but for FT I'm willing to go anywhere, even outside the U.S. -Will be a senior in the fall -Low GPA (3.3-3.4) -Boutique IB SA this summer -2 other non-IB internships in the past So basically this summer I will definitely be reading as many IB relevant...
    Not sure on next steps for FT, need some advice
  • I am a rising junior at a target that will be interning in a non-finance F500 role this summer. My goal after graduation is to work in something I at least somewhat enjoy, whether thats consulting, finance, or a F500 program. As of now, I am heavily leaning toward consulting as a first...
    Investment banking for someone who isn't sure?
  • So I'm trying to look into some European companies for the first time, specifically ones that trade on the Stockholm Stock Exchange. I've only ever tried to research U.S equities before so the SEC always provided 10-k and filings, so I'm not sure how to approach these stocks. Is...
    Researching International Companies?
  • What the topic says. I am moving for work and need to do it quickly. But I haven't been able to have any luck because of the fact that I can't make it to the area before I need to move. The last two times I moved I just rented a place from craigslist from pics but no one seems to want to...
    Is renting in NYC/NJ impossible to do sight unseen?
  • So I'm at a career cross road and was wondering what should be my next move. Ideally I'd like to work at a boutique PE, Ibank, or do corporate development. I graduated back in December of 2007 from a semi target school. I worked at a bulge bracket bank as an operations analyst for...
    Career crossroads....
more

Upcoming Events

  • Advanced M&A Accounting & Tax Topics Webcast (Live)
    May 21 2013 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Boston WSO Happy Hour - Wed May 22nd, 6PM
    May 22 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Financial and Valuation Modeling Boot Camp (Dallas)
    May 23 2013 - 8:00am - May 25 2013 - 5:00pm
  • Shanghai Happy Hour May 24th Friday 7:30PM - 10:30PM
    May 24 2013 - 7:30am - 10:30am
  • Hong Kong Networking Event - Happy Hour, May 24th, 7:30PM
    May 24 2013 - 7:30pm - 9:30pm
more

Highest Ranked Content

  • Week
  • Month
  • Year
  • All Time
  • Comments
I used to work with a guy that had everything on the surface, but absolutely nothing inside. The guy was 6 feet tall, good-looking, charismatic, multi-lingual, graduated from a top business school, and had made MD at a bulge bracket investment bank. Yet he couldn’t remember the last time he...
How to Develop a Personality
<em>Mod note (Andy): we vetted this user to confirm his identity/status and yes in fact he is who he says he is, and is eager to answer your questions :)</em> Bio: I decided to join WSO to help both students and young professionals advance in their Finance careers, whether that be...
I'm an MD and I run the Sales division: Ask Me Anything
For better or for worse, there’s a very unique feeling when everything goes completely according to plan yet nobody seems to care or notice. Such is the case with our favorite company of the moment, Tesla Motors. For those unaware, TSLA has rocketed upwards since its Q1 earnings release,...
A Perfect Storm
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
Inspired by comments from this: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/basic-guide-ramping-up-on-a-company-with-public-information-part-1-of-3 Lets just jump in. <strong>Technology:</strong> In this space there are really two metrics that matter the most, sales growth and EPS...
Beginners Guide to Valuation and Metrics By Sector
You've just gotten that promotion and now you're in charge of a small team. Congratulations! And welcome to middle management. All the hard work and the knowledge you've developed about everything your firm does these past few years has been noticed. But, now you have a small...
7 Things I've Learned About Being A Manager
Assuming that you have access to no financial products such as FactSet, Bloomberg, CapitalIQ, Thomson or otherwise, thought it would be helpful to give a step by step guide on how to ramp up on a new company from your home computer. Using FaceBook as an example. Lets go ahead and start with the...
Basic Guide Ramping Up On A Company With Public Information (Part 1 of 3)
Fellow Primates, We are looking for 1-2 students on each campus to help WSO in its sales efforts to student clubs/career centers, and overall promotion at your school both online and on the ground. Below is a description of the position and benefits...thanks in advance for your help! <a...
WSO is Looking for Campus Reps For Summer/Fall 2013 (and beyond)
<em>“You know, In The Flesh,”</em> a WSO monkey told me at a recent Happy Hour, <em>“that gentleman’s book is the real deal. I ordered that shit on Amazon as soon as I read your review. It’s so right, man. I want to be like that: keep my word, honor my commitments, be...
Being A Gentleman, Revisited
<em>Mod Note: This is a syndication from Jared's Daily Dirtnap daily market newsletter. WSO readers qualify for a $100 discount...just email [email protected] and mention "WSO Monkey Discount" You can follow Jared on twitter at @dailydirtnap</em> There I go...
In Praise Of High Interest Rates
more

Recent Jobs

  • Local Partners for a Start Up
  • M-Payments Start-up: Chief of Staff & Business Development Manager
  • Venture Capital Associate - Austin, TX
  • Associate - Philadelphia
  • Vice President, Investment Banking Credit Division
more



Sell Tickets Online through Eventbrite

Poll

Why would you NOT go to the 2013 WSO Conference? :
View the current poll results.

Silver Banana Rankings

  • Silver Banana Leaders
  • Soiled Monkeys
UserSilver Bananas
Edmundo Braverman1115
TNA1097
CompBanker873
happypantsmcgee742
IlliniProgrammer718
UFOinsider628
TheKing620
BlackHat565
Nouveau Richie420
cphbravo96404
more

Top WSO Members

  • Total Bananas
  • Active Monkeys
UserBanana Points
Edmundo Braverman14330
TNA13498
WallStreetOasis.com12051
UFOinsider10302
happypantsmcgee9621
IlliniProgrammer9197
CompBanker8504
Siberian Husky5862
AndyLouis5784
monty095398
more

New Groups

  • Denver Professionals
  • Minneapolis Bankers
  • Non-Target Networking in NYC
  • Prep School Bankers
  • Commercial Real Estate
  • University of London
  • University of Cambridge
  • Atlanta Monkeys
  • German Monkeys
  • University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
more

© 2006-2012 WallStreetOasis.com | All Rights ReservedAdvertise | About Us | Contact Us | FAQs | Site Map | Privacy Policy

As Seen In

Sister Site

Syndicate content