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Top Quant Masters Candidate: which near-term "Path" makes the most sense?
I recently got accepted to a top ranked FinMath/FinEng masters program and want to work as a buyside quant researcher or analyst when I graduate in 2-3 years (not necessarily at a "top" firm; very open to smaller/boutique HFs). My masters is being done part-time so I'll still be working until then....
(Masters) UCL vs Columbia
Hello, I was very fortunate to get offers from UCL for Banking and Digital Finance MSc and Columbia for a Master of Science in Applied Analytics. Not sure where I should choose. Money isn't really a big problem and don't have a preference for the location. Here are the websites for the programs:...
GMAT Score and Success in IB/HF/PE/Consulting
This is referred to those who already work in IB/HF/PE/Consulting: given that you've already landed a job at a top company, do you think that the GMAT score, especially the quant section, is an indication/prediction of how well one will do in his/her job as an analyst? I've been studying for the...
Deal Analytics - what is it?
Hello WSO , Long time lurker, first time poster. I am interviewing with a Big 4 next week for a position on their Deal Analytics team. Does anyone have any knowledge on what a deal analytics team would do versus a regular big 4 deals team or a data analytics team? For reference I have a bachelors in...
Murex, Numerix, First Derivatives: Working for a financial products and consulting services provider?
Does anyone have any clue on how the work is like working for these trading and risk/operations software tech providers as a consultant immediately after graduating? Like Murex, First Derivatives, Numerix etc. Couldn't find much about them online but I'm guessing they're better in work life balance...
Analytics For Finance
Do you think that a master’s in management & analytics oriented to finance will be useful for IB/AM roles? I’ll be learning about machine learning, deep learning, big data, etc.
Analytics - Stick with large bank or exit to smaller firm
Hi All, currently weighing a decision on a job offer I have in hand. For context, I currently work in analytics/advisory for a BB bank making 83k + ~8% target, with a decent WLB (~45-50hrs, however we just returned to the office and my commute is ~30 mins). I am at just over a year experience out of...
Career in trading analytics
Posting this because I couldn’t find any other related articles. What does a career in trading analytics (algo execution) look like? What is the comp like? Exit opps? Career growth/longevity? Background: Got a job in Operations IT (not related to S&T or IB at all) at a Tier-2 bank after my Masters...
Analytics and Sales Internship at Bloomberg or Pension Actuarial Intern at Isio?
Hi, everyone! I have received two internship offers and I do not know which one to pick. The first one is in Analytics and Sales Intern at Bloomberg London. Bloomberg sounds fine, but Analytics and Sales is a department with people answering phone calls pretty much and with not many future...
Auriemma Roundtables
We are Auriemma Roundtables. We’re not here to tell you how to run your business. We’re here to collaborate. To give you the tools you need to navigate complexity and innovate for the future. We do this by providing access to communities, data and intelligence that drive decision-making. And by...
Questioning if Banking is for me?
Hello WSO , I'm a sophomore at a top 5 business school. Ever since I got to school, I've been thinking about a professional career in banking. Finance always interested me and the exit ops. pay, and the steep learning curve intrigued me about the industry. Lately however, I've been questioning if it...
Part-Time MBA graduate - Next steps advice
Hi Monkeys, I am looking for advice. I am graduating from a part-time MBA program (Villanova) in May, a few details: 1. Company funded tuition, min one year commitment to stay 2. Analytics concentration 3. Family-oriented life stage (married, three kids) 4. One more class to complete over the summer...
MBA Alternative - Is it really MBA or bust?
So I have been asking myself this question for years, and think I finally found my alternative. I have been working is Strat Consulting for 6 years now and I am keen to "reset" so to speak. To re-skills, to change locations, to learn a language, and importantly to specialize in something to give a...
Online Econometrics Courses
Hello, Are there any good online econometrics/regression analysis course that you've all heard of? I tried one but it was too much of a broad overview.
Political Risk
I am not sure if this is the right forum for this, but I'm assuming it is... I am looking to get into the Political Risk field. I have a BA in International Relations and I'm just finishing a BBA in economics. I will be starting an MBA in June. I plan on specializing in finance or business...
Analytics or FP&A best way into Strategy/dev function?
Hello all, current I work at a F250 manufacturing firm, and am technically in the accounting group but have recently been working on heavy analytics projects. (building applications in Qlikview, similar to Tableau) My ultimate goal is to network my way into the strategy group, currently my Business...
Share your experience working on an analytical project!
For the benefit of everyone, I thought it would be helpful if the WSO community would be kind enough to share their experience and responsibilities with analytical projects in any finance field; Trading, Equity research, fixed income, portfolio management , client service, etc. If possible, can the...
Analytical Projects that you've done before
For the benefit of everyone, I thought it would be helpful if the WSO community would be kind enough to share their experience and responsibilities with analytical projects in any finance field; Trading, Equity research, fixed income, portfolio management , client service, etc. If possible, can the...
EXL Service, can someone explain what they do?
Hello everyone, First time posting here, so please bare with me. I am looking at a potential opportunity at EXL Service, and was wondering if anyone could explain to me what they do, what kind of company it is, and what would an analyst in Client Management be doing on the daily basis? I tried...
Moodys Analytics
Any interview leads and specifics for Moodys Analytics - Sales and Services Roles. Appreciate feedback. Thank you
SAP Consultant trying to break into Analytics domain
Hi Everyone, I just joined this forum. I am a recent graduate with 2.5 years experience as an SAP functional consultant. I am aiming to join MIS or Business Analytics Masters program in fall-16. Any tips/ suggestions regarding how the job market is, for SAP consultants and for Business analysts and...
List of publicly traded private equity funds
How to get it? Public funds often have insightful presentations re their portfolio companies/sectors/trends. Cann't find by googling.
Hi, Namit from India
Hi, I am Namit from India. I currently work in the Risk Analytics space for a top UK bank. I am looking to make a career change in PE / VC industry. Currently working on my MBA Apps. Cheers, Namit
Most Analytical Trading Desk
Hi Everyone, What product would you consider the most analytical/mathematical to trade?
Looking For Highly Analytical Trading Desk
WSO , I'm currently working in an analyst non- trading revenue generating role for a major investment bank in the mortgage department. I am very analytical and I find mortgages can be a bit of a Monkey Business . Mortgages is definitely mainstream and I figure I can leverage my tier 2 front office...
Customer Analytics
Had a discussion with a friend who works at Nielsen currently and he thinks that Nielsen runs this space. Any thoughts on the top companies if you're interested in Customer Analytics? I would imagine the likes of IBM and Accenture to be pretty strong due to their technology and big data focus and...
The MVP Award, Advanced Stats, and the Old Guard
Today I'd like to take some time to talk about an important debate that's going on in diners, in bars, and in living rooms throughout America. No...not the Presidential debate. I'm talking about the American League Most Valuable Player debate. The leading contenders vying for the votes of the...
Analytics Services at Large Consulting Firms
Does anyone know how good Accenture 's Analytics services are and how strong of a background in topics like business intelligence, statistics, and mathematics is required? Given that I'll be starting as a Systems Integration analyst soon, is it difficult to get a role on an Analytics project?...
Deloitte Data Analytics or Chase Leadership Development Program?
Deloitte FAS Forensics & Data Analytics > Data Analytics Associate JP Morgan Chase Chase LDP rotational program/ commercial Which would be better for full-time and why? Exit ops? Pay scale? I can't find much info about either track.
Analytical Finance to Strategy?
Hey Guys, Quick background on me: *3 years of experience in corporate finance for Fortune 50 company; primarily mathermatical modeling and analytical consulting *Masters in Applied Math from Princeton I want to transition in strategy consulting but seem to be having a hard time selling my "strategy"...
Pros & Cons of Careers of Small Consulting Firms
I AM biased (see link below) but my experience leads me to recommend considering smaller consulting firms and their relative advantages, especially if you are making a transition from IB to Consulting. At small firms the career path is more entrepreneurial, and a little riskier than working for a...
Two Offers..which to take???
I'm a non-target MBA student. To make a long story short, I've been trying to get some insight into the career options that I have. I can get a job in BO , most likely in Compliance for a BB . I know what it entails, and so do most of you. So that's option # 1. Secondly, I've been offered a position...
Business Analytics....worth it? - Graduated with a finance degree from a non-target
I need some advice. I graduated with a finance degree from a non-target in may 2009 and since been traveling and studying for the CFA® . I have an opportunity in business analytics (healthcare industry, emerging market location with focus on global markets). I know its probably a little irrelevant...
Bloomberg Sales and Analytics or SA?
Hey guys, real quick question... Received an invite for Bloomberg's Sales and Analytics Program interview in NY . I'm wondering what to expect for pay and also what exit opportunities would exist after? Further, I have been speaking with a MM in NY about an analyst gig. The MD said they are not...
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