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Cover Letter review would be greatly appreciated
Hi guys, I was wondering if anyone can provide me with some feedback regarding my cover letter. Can I also ask you to review my English grammar and spelling, since I'm not an English native speaker? I really appreciate any feedback you can give me. Thanks in advance. MarbledBanker Razume:...
Dumb question - Does this mean that the school is a target?
If an investment bank has a resume drop does that mean that the school is a target? I ask only because I'm looking at a specific BB and I see that they have (or at least had in the past several months) a resume drop specifically for investment banking from some schools that I wouldn't think are a...
Please have a look at my resume (grad student seeking entry-level position)
Hey guys, I will be applying to secure an entry-level position in finance this Fall, and I would greatly appreciate your feedback regarding my resume. My focus for the recruiting season will be on BB banks, PE and buy-side firms in London, NYC and HK . I was not able to secure a solid finance...
Cold-Calling - Who should we call? HR? Analysts? VP? MD? if we have all their numbers
So...Suppose we have all the numbers of the staffs of the boutique banks, who should we call? The analysts, HR, VP, or MD? Also, is this an appropriate cold-calling script? "Hi May I speak to Mr. ____? Hi ______, I know you're busy so I'll be brief. My name is _____, and I'm a junior at ________. I...
Cover Letter Review - Experienced Hire
Hi Guys, First of all, I would like to thank everybody that contributed to my resume review a couple of days ago. I really appreciated all the feedback received. Now, I would like to kindly request your review on my cover letter. Feel absolutely free to provide your critique as necessary. Like I...
Which one would you pick???
Hi everyone, I know there are different threads on this, but if you were to buy ONE, just 1, book on Investment Banking, which one would you pick among these options? - Investment Banking: Valuation, Leveraged Buyouts, and Mergers and Acquisitions - The Practitioner’s Guide to Investment Banking,...
Best Suit Brands
So I was searching WSO archives about the best suit brands for IBD / PE , but I couldn't find anything. So I wanted to ask all of your opinion about the best suit brands/tailors for banking/ PE jobs as well as the average price for a suit from these brands if you know them. Not that I want to be a...
Study Advice for Interviews
Hi, I am going into my junior year of schooling and wanted to start studying for internship interviews in the fall. Does anyone have any advice about what they did to prepare for the interview? How was the interview? Thanks in advance!
Meyers Associates?
Does anyone have any info. on Meyers Associates on Broadway ? Can't seem to find out a thing about the place, i'd appreciate it if anyone has any info.
J.P. Morgan Entertainment Industries Group
Anyobody know anything about J.P. Morgan's Entertainment Industries Group in Los Angeles? I might be in contention for an analyst position there and was interested to find out if anyone knows anyone that works there or has heard anything good about them in terms of dealflow or experiences. Thanks
"The New Kings of Wall Street"
It seems that the trend we are seeing is indicative of what is to come in terms of an emerging global super league of investment banks. If you look at hiring patterns, potential compensation/bonus payouts, government ownership, market share growth, reputation,(i.e. the weak vs. the strong) then you...
Make the right decision
If you want to go to a top MBA program I know that working at an investment bank would look much better than working at an accounting firm. However, I am interested in find out what would look better, an Ok boutique or a Big 4 accounting firm. What is the lowest you should go in terms of the brand...
Analyst Position and Post Baccalaureate Studies
I was wondering if doing a post baccalaureate study program in finance/accounting would be beneficial for a student with a liberal arts degree. I was thinking about doing the post bacc program at Columbia and taking a few accounting/finance courses. What do you guys think?
Internship Advice Needed ASAP Please!
Hey guys, I would really appreciate your advice regarding internship choice. I go to a target (Umich, Northwestern, Stern), and my goal is to position myself well for full-time recruiting in the fall with BBs and top boutiques. 1)Needham & Company IB (Boston)- mostly focused on tech M&A 2)Brown...
Investment Banking Groups
Can someone tell me how many analysts there are at in a typical BB investment bank team/group? How many people are part of a team and how is the team structured (ie. analysts, associates, vp, etc.) I would like to get a understanding of what the investment banking environment is like. Any input...
Transition Public Equity to IB, PE, HF
I had my FT offer from a MM Boutique rescinded and I haven't had any luck finding analyst openings at other banks; consequently, I'm thinking about institutional asset management (i.e. mutual funds, public equity pension funds, etc.) since some analyst positions are currently open. Does anyone know...
Credit Suisse autumn internship IBD
Hi! I would like to know about the Credit Suisse autumn internship program: What groups are interesting to work for? Which have the best recognition in the investment banking industry in London? Which ones are likely to experience the largest deal flow over the next months? Also, in general, if an...
Best financial online news in HongKong/China
Quick question, are there any good online financial news focus on Hong Kong, China deal flows, and investment banking activities?
Citadel Investment Bank - Starting their own IB
Looks like Citadel is starting their own investment bank. Apparently 5 ex Merril guys are already on board. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB12411236609427439…
Why does no one like real estate divisions in IBs?
I never see anyone interested in real estate divisions of investment banks. Why is this? Are they not as good? I'm interested in this industry so I am curious as to why this is.
Did I shoot myself in the foot???
I am a rising junior who did not receive any IBD or S&T internship offers for this summer. I was accepted to a math research fellowship program for the summer that would eventually lead to a senior thesis and graduation with distinction. I am also planning on taking a financial markets class at LSE...
Investment banking resume/cv
So, I already have an investment banking summer analyst internship for this summer (which is not included in the current resume). Nevertheless, I would you guys to take a look at it and make some further suggestions (i.e. small font, too wordy and etc.) Admin: could you please keep my thread here? I...
Investment Banking Resume Review Please
I already have an investment banking summer analyst internship for this summer (which is NOT included in the current resume). Nevertheless, I would like to see if you guys could further suggest on how I could improve my banking resume . Any input's appreciated. Thank you!...
Putting Expected GPA and Deans List On Resume?
I wanted to know if putting expected for "deans honors list" is fine? I have seen this done before but wanted to get your guy's opinion. Also, based on my exam performances I am expecting a GPA of at least 3.5. How should I go about putting this on my resume? I am applying for a couple of positions...
Key Banc Investment Banking & Equity Research
Thoughts on this place? Any prestige? Is a job her a career limiting move unless?
pe fund in hong kong or boutique ibank in us?
This summer I have the option of continuing working at a boutique in the US where I know there will be good deal flow and I will be given a lot of responsibility, or possibly working at some pe firms or morgan stanley in hong kong, through some connections. Assuming that I am shooting for IBD in...
Characteristics of Bankers
Hi, I was considering trying to go into IB in the future but I just had a couple of questions about bankers before I decide? My main question was would a person who does not eat meat or drink alcohol be successful as a banker in NYC? I know the main thing people care about is how much money you...
Undergraduate and Research.
Hello everyone. I am a High School Junior, and have stumbled across investment banking. Only I'm having trouble finding much information on investment banking and getting into it. Is there any way to get into investment banking without going to a top undergraduate school? I have a very low 3.8...
Fired during internship - Put on resume for ibd job search or no ?!
My friend kept showing up late for work,leaving work early, and had a bad relationship with analysts..He ended up getting fired 1 month before his internship ended..When he does his next investment banking job search, should he even put it on his resume assuming the company has a big name? When they...
Models and Bottles? - Work hard and play hard
I just watched that AJ video. I've interviewed with a lot of little shit analysts and associates who kinda reminded me of this guy, but is there a lot of this in banking. I'm not all of a sudden going to quit because of this, but should I expect to be around this all day at a BB firm. Also, this...
Practitioner’s Guide to IB, M&A and Corporate Finance - Scoopbooks
Hi guys, Has anyone out there bought / read this ScoopBooks "The Practitioner’s Guide to Investment Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance"? http://www.scoopbooks.com/ourbooks_2.php Is it worth the money? Just asking because I was thinking in buying it just to have as reference book......
Phone interviews Does interviewer's unenthusiastic tone imply a higher chance of 'ding'?
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The other road...into investment banking or investment management
Recently, I accepted an FMP role for a company most people recognize and have heard of (GE, Raytheon, J&J, etc...). However, my objective is to transition into either the IB or IM within two years, and in five years, head into a top MBA program. Within this time frame, I will be taking my CFA (level...
UBS Debt Capital Markets vs. Houlihan Lokey FAS
I have to decide between these too. Anybody have any opinions with regards to which position is more prestigious, should offer better learning opportunities, set me up better for full time offers... Not sure exactly what full-time I want. Either banking or trading ...
Risk management skills?
Just want to know what kind of skills are needed for a credit analyst in a investment banks. What are the interviews like? Is it very quantitative?
DBS IBD???
I know its a long shot but is anyone here have any insight information about DBS IBD operation in Asia..how good they r? what is their strength? and pay? HK exp vs Mainland exp? thanks for the help
Objective: Final Verdict
I want to get a final consensus on whether or not one should include an objective on their resume when applying to IBD positions. I hear a lot of people saying (and I feel the same way) that it is completely unnecessary and unprofessional. However, I've spoken with a few analysts/associates who have...
Analyst Class of '08 and '09 Comp
To those lucky few who have received IBD offers from BB /boutiques to start in '08 and '09, what are the base + signing like? Thanks,
200K dollar salaries for fresh b-school grads?
I came across this article yesterday which talks about how some students from a top Indian b-school grabbed salaries of 200K $ an year from Barclays Capital. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/IIM-C-gr… I am wondering if these figures are true. From my knowledge of Indian b-schools, I can...
Reputation/Exit Opp...
Hey guys, Just curious as to what people think about Oppenheimer & Co.'s current reputation, ever since they acquired CIBC . Exit opps? Thanks.
What would you do? - Looking for some guidance
Hey guys, new to the site I'm just looking for some guidance My goal is to end up working on the buy side, hopefully at a hedge fund, and I have three offers for the summer internship BlackRock (AMG group)-pros-easy to transition to portfolio management, cons-work is kinda boring in the beginning,...
Retail Bank Valuation
I have an interview coming up for a private equity group that makes significant minority investments in regional retail banks. Does anyone know how you would go about valuing a regional retail bank?
Penn or UChicago JD/MBA vs BB Analyst Stint
I'm a senior with an analyst offer with a bulge bracket firm. However, once everything started going to shit this past fall, I took it upon myself to take the LSAT and apply to law school so that I wouldn't be completely fucked had I not gotten an offer with my firm or had an offer revoked.
H-1B Visa Applications
Has anyone heard anything from HR in regards to H-1B applications this April? As you know, the newly passed stimulus package includes much tighter provisions for banks to hire and apply for H-1Bs this spring. How are you planning to handle the situation? Do you believe OPTs will be accepted now...
Any Other Sites Like WSO?
Hey guys, I was wondering if there are other forums like WSO floating around out there that are of the same caliber as this one (in terms of both content and organization). I've seen some other forums like BankersBall, DealBook (the forums don't seem to exist anymore), etc., but they're all pretty...
Surprise - you're now in operations: Goldman's Class of 2008
This could be old news, but I was talking with my friend last night who is in S&T at Goldman working on their derivatives desk, and he mentioned that half of the IBD incoming class was reassigned to work in operations. Ouch! He currently has a "legal analyst" working for him just looking up legal...
IBD SA Offers
Has anyone received their offers yet? For the people who have gone through this already, how long should I wait before calling/emailing the recruiters. I had my superday a week ago and they said they would get back to me by now. I figure I would give it the weekend. Any thoughts on this?
CommodityCareers.com - Global Portal for the Commodities Industry
I would like to introduce you to CommodityCareers.com, a niche global career portal for the commodities and environmental markets. The Site has been created for professionals within the trading and marketing and risk management areas of energy, metals, agriculture and emissions. Industry...
UBS SF Tech group interview SA
Anyone has any ideas about this group, what type of deals they are working on and what type of questions should i expect for a first round, please be specific as much as possible, thank you very much and truly appreciate this guys
Series 7/63 for an IB position?
Can someone explain to me why a series 7/63 would be needed for investment banking? I saw this job posting and it didn't seem legitimate because of it.
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