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As we all know a first year analyst has to make a decision around this time of the year: a) take part in PE/HF recruiting for a job that would start after his/her two year commitment, or b) be a good monkey and stay out of the recruiting process because his/her firm prohibits it / it is a conflict...

Hey All, I have about a year of experience working in Operations Strategy for a major (F200) company. I like what I do but I would really like to be at a smaller firm. I've worked on some pretty huge projects (~$250M) and done well. I was wondering what the best way of moving to PE in...

I'm looking for advice to help me choose between two courses of action to try to break into PE. My background -Enlisted military -Undergrad: 4.0 in Liberal Arts major at non-target school -GMAT: 730 (first time with no prep courses- I could bring it up if I had to) -No consulting...

Hey guys, I have a question where some of you guys might know more about. I know that Blackstone PE has a 3-4 year Analyst program, where they hire 1st years straight from undergrad. On the other hand side, they also hire laterals after the typical 2-BB IBD year stint. Whould those laterals then...

Can anyone give me information about working here as an analyst? Just wondering if I can find any information about the firm. Ashford Hospitality Trust...

Hi all, Mind sharing with me what would be the best way to learn financial modeling. Currently, I have minimal exposure as I'm working in the Capital Markets side. Am planning to beef up my skills. In terms of basic financial modeling (Basic linkage of 3 Financial Statements), I am...

Any one have info on this firm / group? Any insight would be greatly...

Hey All, Question for some of you that has been through interview/are in there now. Have been through two phone interviews and modeling test. Going for superday on Wednesday. One of the MDs I spoke with mentioned that one of the plays they were looking at are "office rescues"....

Anyone have any personal insights on culture/pay/etc?...

Consider two options on the west coast, specifically Los Angeles. A CMBS (commercial mortgaged back security) finance group with a brand name. They offer a paid internship (think $15+ per hour), and the recruiters mention 80+ hours/week for the summer. Intern will be doing all types of work,...

I'm trying to read up on PE investments in Asia, more specifically in Singapore. If anyone knows of good sites, blogs, etc. to read up on such news/deals, please post away, thanks. If anyone can find an Asian version of Dealbook that would be great....

Anyone have any info on how the recruiting season is this year? Which BBs are doing better than others? How important is undergrad...