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1 year vs 2 year masters with little experience
Hi all, I'm a final year EU top undergrad student in econ/finance and I haven't managed to secure any IB internship. My aim is to work in IB in Paris/London/EU (I speak French & English). Choosing between a 1 year and 2 year masters, it seems impossible to get an internship with a 1 year masters,...
Advice Needed - MiM/ MFA/ MFE to IB : Too Old And Too Little Experience?
Hi all, I'm 25 years old Indian working in an Spanish MNC in India. Current working Field = Renewable Energy, ESG, HSE, IMS and Legal Compliance. ( Non finance role ) Lately, I've become very interested in applying to HEC MiF/MiM, Oxford MFE, Essec MiM, LBS MFA, LSE MFin and ESCP MiM for 2025. More...
I want to break into Bank of America Dcm or Levfin
Hi all, I recently interned for BofA in their Treasury division and learned a ton. I have had 6 internships and I'm a senior at a non-target school, I have obtained 3 FT offers. Now I've accepted my BofA offer to return to Charlotte to do my rotational program with them. I have passed my SIE and...
Top Semi target undergrad thinking about Target masters
I am currently a first year student studying Economics at a top semi-target. I will be graduating in 2026, so I hope that the market will improve by then. However, recently I have been thinking about doing masters in economics or a related field at a Target (mainly LSE/Oxbridge). I've seen that LBS...
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Do MM's and BB's pay the same?
I feel like the two have a very similar pay structure with maybe a $10k-$20k difference between the two for an analyst 1 role per se($160k vs $180k). Not to mention bank performance, is there really much of a difference? (moreover BB's have slightly longer hours) And how significant is the...
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Did not receive BB SA 2022 Return Offer - Don't study Finance, too young...
Hi everyone, just thought I would make a post here as really want some genuine advice. I'm 20 years old and interned in a top BB this summer, won't disclose the name as this post might give away a lot to people that know me. Basically, I didn't receive a Return Offer for FT - of course I had...
(plz help) sold stocks without pre-clearance as a new FT in IBD, how should i explain
Does anyone have any insights/ experiences in selling stocks for the purpose of clearing the account (or by accident) when starting the job and the compliance has reached out? How did you explain? What would you suggest in explaining. Your insights will be much appreciated!!! FYI works in BB (if it...
BB Verbal to Written Offer Timing
Happy Easter! In my experience it has typically taken 1-2 weeks to receive a written offer after a verbal and in many cases have received it under a week. However, I have heard that BB IBD lateral offers may take longer (2-4 weeks in some instances). Would like to get others' take on this on timing,...
Overthinking Background Check
Hey guys, I really just am positing hoping to calm the nerves. I recently received a dream offer to become an Analyst at a BB in IB. Great references from within the firm, plus murdered the interviews and actually got a better position than what I applied for. Anyways, as I have seen with everyone...
Do I disclose minor disability?
I'm applying to SA programs in IB here soon. I'm a straight, white male, so not a traditional diversity candidate. However, I do have a gastrointestinal disorder that is listed on all of the disability lists in the diversity sections of applications. It doesn't affect my working capacity, however I...
Loan Syndications, Subscription Finance or Warehouse Lending
Hi y'all, I'm deliberating between Loan Syndications, Warehouse Lending and Subscription Finance (all IBD groups). Which team generally 1. works under 60 hrs a week, and 2. provides a more valuable skill-set? Thanks!
ECM to M&A Interview
How would you answer this during interviews - Why do you want to move from ECM to M&A? How do you sell your ECM experience to come off as a strong candidate?
IBD 1st year analyst case study interview
can someone give me an example or insight on what the case study is for BB interviews for 1st year analyst? Goldman, Jp, Morgan, BofA, CS
Help with Basic Q: Bank using balance sheet?
Hello--apologies if this is a basic question, but I've seen the term "balance sheet" being thrown around on this site for investment banks. I've read a comment that says " Bank X relies on their balance sheet to win deals, whereas bank Y is more advisory"... what does it mean for a bank to rely on...
Accelerated BB Interviews for nondiversity (SA positions)
Is it possible to receive an accelerated SA interview at a BB if you are not a diversity candidate? For example, if you have an offer at an IB then how successfully do people manage to leverage that offer to get an accelerated interview at a BB? Does it depend on the bank name (ie. BB offer is more...
Graduating after Starting FT at BB
I'm currently a postgraduate student on a 1 year master's programme in London and recently received an offer to start full time at a BB in September. I expected to graduate this September (that's also what my CV said) but due to personal circumstances now won't be able to finish my dissertation by...
What banks have non-diversity freshman/sophomore internships?
I'm an incoming freshman in college, interested in IB. I already have had 2 internships, one in tax and one in finance. I'm a white male however, so I can't apply to any diversity programs. What are the best banks that I can get a summer internship at after my freshman or sophomore year? If not...
Master In Corporate Finance - SDA Bocconi VS IE Business School?
Lads, any reviews on the SDA Bocconi program? London placement, Europe, most frequent career paths, an overall overview from the program? Comparison with IE is warmly welcomed. Thanks in advance!
moving from m&a to sales and trading
what are people's thoughts on doing a summer internship in m&a at a BB and then applying for s&t roles the following year? will it be frowned upon by recruiters?
IBD desks most similar to S&T
I have landed a summer internship at a BB in IBD, and was wondering which IBD teams are most similar to S&T, as that is my ideal job. For now have heard that ECM and DCM are the closest, but want to hear more thoughts on this.
Can I break into IB with these credentials? Need help & advice.
Hi folks, i recently got admitted to the Tulane MSF program (Freeman) with TA(Teaching Assistantship) & a 40% merit scholarship. I'm concerned about the placement in IB though. My goal is to work in either BB or elite boutique IB In FO roles. I'll summarize my background briefly for you to...
Goldman Sachs Interview Process
Hi everyone, I wanted to create a post about my process on GS for Junior Analyst in IBD. Sadly I did not get it but anyways. Context: Applied in Mexico City, 2 years of experience in AM and from a mexican target school. 1.- Apply through the page 2.- Webinar of general information (No filter yet)...
How to spin my story for IB??
Hi reader, I am looking for advice as to how I can spin my career story to land a SA 2022 role in IBD - London. Brief about me - Graduated from the top university in India with a Bachelors in Economics, stood top 10% in my class of 200 students. - Worked with the Ministry of Finance as an Intern for...
Virtual SA 2021 Chances
The title pretty much speaks for itself. Given the current state of the pandemic, what do guys think of the chances that the 2021 banking internships will be virtual again? Mainly thinking of NY/Bay Area/Chicago (no disrespect to my regional office fellas!) I've heard good (and of course bad) things...
Low credit score - background check
I'll be starting an analyst job at a BB and recently missed a few credit card payments (come from a poor family and the pandemic has been tough). Would a poor credit score get my offer rescinded? If it does raise a red flag, should I let HR know before the background check?
~3 months in. I really want to quit banking. What should I do?
Sorry for this emotional rant. But I know this forum has tons of experienced people and people who have been in my shoes. So I would really appreciate some pointers as I am in a pretty bad mental state wfh. Some background: I am a first-year BB IB analyst with an international visa. Have been on the...
Switch from BB IBD to MBB Consulting after 1 yr as an Analyst?
Realized after consulting FT application deadlines had passed that I would be much happier in a consulting role than in IBD. I have an IBD offer from a top BB, and am now hoping to do 1 year as an analyst and try and transition to consulting after (MBB preferably). I'd be willing to start over as a...
TAS to IBD, what are the odds?
Odds of breaking into IB from TAS (Transaction Advisory Service), specifically as a Valuation & Modeling Analyst , say, from a firm just outside of the Big 4 Accounting firms? If you have successfully made the switch, share your story. Note: Ik there's forum for this already, but it's a bit dated
Is this possible/feasible: REPE --> BB IB?
So I secured an REPE internship this summer at a firm with $10B AUM in two roles PM and IR. I go to a target school in the northeast, am a sophomore, and have a 3.7. A bunch of my friends were able to land sophomore summer internships at big banks, giving them solid footing for junior summer...
Burning out and don't know which exit opps I want
Monkeys, I'm turning to WSO because I know this forum can lead to some real golden nuggets at times. Would appreciate it if I could get some career advice from you guys. TL;DR: - In IBD now , but burned out - Don't want to work 80+ hours on menial tasks - Not interested in prestige or money; prefer...
My Biggest Career Mistake to Date: Prestige
Mod Note (Andy): #TBT Throwback Thursday - this was originally posted on 10/1/12. I occasionally get PMed by people at colleges I’ve never heard of before, asking if they have a shot at IBD. Folks, why IBD? The finance world is broad and varied, and there are a million ways to make a buck. Why...
IB Analyst Program Questions About Insurance and Vacation
Hey guys, I'll be starting at a top BB pretty soon, and I was wondering if you guys could answer two quick questions. 1. Is health insurance provided? I'm starting to get sick, and being out of university has been a hassle since I don't have access to our health services anymore. 2. I know we get...
lateral hire interview process
Does anyone have any experience with the lateral hiring process as an analyst in a BB for IBD ? I know this topic has been addressed in previous posts, but none of the info is very helpful. I am especially curious to know how the timing of the process in terms of length differs between regular...
Let My Offer Expire?
I received an offer awhile back after working in a boutique M&A bank with the offer's deadline expiring mid-November. Because I didn't enjoy the environment as much as I thought I would, I decided to go through fall recruiting for full-time. I've had two superdays and unfortunately, both firms have...
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