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Warwick MSc Finance or gap year and reapply?
I'm currently an offer holder for Warwick's MSc Finance. Got rejected from Imperial and Cambridge, still waiting to hear back from LSE and LBS (though I'm not hopeful). I'm in my final year of a non-target undergrad, majoring in finance with a 3.84 CGPA, top of class in finance modules. I also have...
MFE to S&O/Trading without internship
I'm hoping to get a reality check on S&O/trading job prospects if I were to pursue a MFE/MFA (or similar masters) in UK/France without an undergrad internship. A little background. Bachelor's from an Ivy in social sciences (poli-sci, pysch, management, applied stats), 3.8-3.9 GPA, research exp in...
Post Grad Masters/Msc ranking Europe
Hi everyone, following interrogations from other topics, I thought it would be great to have a somehow "official" ranking of Masters in Europe with infos on them. for IB Being noted that this is subject to change and that every feedback is more than welcome so we can have a consensus. I know the...
MSF Degrees in the United States
I am an international student based in Dubai, pursuing my undergraduate in a Scotland based university called Heriot-Watt University. I am looking to enter IB and pursue a MSF preferably in the States. The reason I am looking to do a MSF is because I don't have relevant IB experience and the IB...
(includes TLDR) MBA vs non-business Masters for my situation (consulting, IBD, software engineering) Careers/Post Grad
Thanks for taking the time. MAIN GIST OF QUESTION: Can I do a MiF/MiM and still apply for Associate Strat Consulting or IBD because of my 3-4 years of experience? McKinsey Recruitment FAQ seems to imply that if you have 4 or more years of experience between undergrad and non-MBA Masters you can...
Comparing MBA with non-business Masters
Hi all, I am a 25yo, UK based, BSc Comp Sci, 3 software dev experience in a BB bank markets team. My goal is to quit coding and move into strategy consulting or some thing more pure finance (like IBD). I am recruiting for (and almost sure I will get an offer for) a tech Product Manager role at...
What is the best Finance Master's programme to get placement in London IB?
Hello everyone, I have seen this similar question posed on WSO, but I am looking for some very recent insights. I am currently preparing for my Masters, with the aim of getting into IB in London. Based on insights from others and info on WSO, my top four picks are as follows: LBS Financial Analysis...
Georgetown MSF Legit?
I was just wondering what people thought about Georgetown's MSF program. It's a hybrid online/ in-person program that's relatively new. The MSF professors are mostly teaching MBA courses as well so it's not like you get second rate lectures. Plus I think the Georgetown's name recognition goes a long...
Is the Vandy MSF a fun program? Nashville?
So I was recently admitted and committed to the Vandy MSF- I have F500 finance and regional IB internship and am closing on a summer middle market position right now. I know the Vandy MSF is excellent for career outcomes, which obviously is my primary focus, but still I want to enjoy living a year...
Rank European Masters in Finance Schools
Currently in the first year of my bachelor's in economics from India. Planning to do Masters in Finance in Europe right after my UG with 0 work experience. Want to work in Asset Management after my master's preferably in London but wouldn't mind France. (also I'm learning French in college).How...
Masters in Finance without work experience
Hi, I am currently in the 1st year of my 3yr Bachelor in Economics in India and I am planning to do a master's in finance from the UK or France. I feel that there are not many opportunities for me if I stay in India after UG especially since not a lot of big companies recruit from my college. (I'm...
How I've managed to break into IB from a non-target (work in progress)
I read posts similar to this a year and a half ago when I had recently transferred from a upper mid tier public university to a private non-target and they were a lot of help. A lot of people said it wasn't worth the risk/effort to try to get into IB and to instead aim for other finance verticals...
Is It Too Late / A Done Path For Me To Switch Careers To Finance?
Just turned 23 in October. Come from an Economics background, graduated with a BS in Economics summer 2020 and couldn't land a job for 7 months during hard COVID. For the past 6 months I've been working at a crappy low pay ($18 an hr) data entry job I landed. I'm working on the EU shift here in NY....
MSc in Finance or MSc in Data Science to land a job in IB
Hi there, I really do want to land a job in Investment Banking and I'm willing to do what it takes to get it. I'm finishing a BSc in Aerospace Engineering and I'm now applying for a MSc in Finance. Would it be a better idea applying for a MSc in Data Science??? I really appreciate any answer or...
LBS master in finance associate program
Hi guys, Does anyone know how easy it is to get an IBD associate role in London through a masters in finance at LBS. I have a CFA® charter and 4 years of corporate finance experience at 2 different big4s in the middle east. Thanks,
Reaching Partner with an MSF?
Currently a sophomore at a non-target with a 3.9 GPA, looking to get into a top-tier MSF program (Vandy, UT Austin) and eventually break into VC/PE. My question is, will I be able to become a partner at a small/mid-size firm with only an MSF degree?
Target Schools for a BB/EB Investment Bank in the UK
Hello everyone I am currently looking to apply in the UK for a Master's in Finance. I have created a list of universities I am interested in and have sorted them according to how targeted they are by Investment Banks in the UK according to me. I would love to get some inputs from others here and...
How good is MFin from UIC, ASU and UIUC?
Hi all, I got my acceptance for MFin course from UIC, UIUC and ASU. I am an international student from India and have1.5 yrs of work experience in consulting, along with an engineering degree. My question is which school is the best from placement point of view (as not a lot of data is present)....
Best pre experience Finance Masters?
Hey so like it says above, which are the best pre experience masters in the US? I know they aren't very common however I have heard some are good. Prospective international masters student here looking to break into IB. I know there are many great pre experience finance masters in Europe however I...
MS in Finance USA with low GPA and high GMAT/GRE
Hello everyone, I am 26 years old and from Armenia and I am interested in applying to US universities to study Master of Science in Finance or MBA with concentration in Finance. I have Bachelors degree in Social Work (with low GPA) and I studied MA in Economics in Georgia (country). I had several...
MM boutique Analyst 1 offer vs. Master in Finance
Hi everyone, I’ve been recently offered an Analyst 1 offer at a MM boutique in Spain after a full year M&A FIG internship (off-cycle for 6 months, then Trainee for another 6 months). During this time, I was told there was no chance for me to stay, but I guess they changed their mind. Anyway, I had...
MSc Finance at Home or Abroad?
Hi everyone! Long time anonymous reader and first time poster here. I am currently in the final year of my Economics & Finance degree at a university in Dublin, Ireland and I am looking at going straight into a Masters in Finance next year. However, I am aware that Ireland's reputation in the...
What should I expect from a master's in qunatitiative finance?
Hi guys, to those of you who have taken courses in quantitative finance, I have heard they are considered heavy math. If I am currently taking Cal 1, and I will be taking Cal 2 and 3, should I expect heavier math than these courses? If I am doing well in these courses, should I be doing well in a...
Low gpa NESCAC undergrad —> 4.0 at no name MSF for NYC finance?
Hi all, I finished undergrad this year at a Maine NESCAC school (not bowdoin) with a 2.7 gpa (rough times for a few years) and I was an athlete (Football). I want to enter a masters in finance or MSF program and get a high GPA to hopefully offset my low UG gpa. If I go to a non-target or no-name...
Non Target Student looking for advice
Sophomore at complete non target on east coast. After getting interested in finance I am not sure how to move forward. I am transferring in the fall to another non target; the reason for my transfer is not to improve my recruitment chances, but to move away from my lunatic parents. I cannot transfer...
MSF - WUSTL vs ASU
Gooday chiefs, Hope you all are doing well in these troubled times. I have received MSF admits from ASU (WP Carey) and WUSTL (Olin) for the 2020 intake (No idea when it will start given the current situation). (Awaiting decision from Simon) The ASU program is a 1 year course with STEM designation....
Best Course of Action to Break into Investment Banking: Non-Target to Credit Analysis to Top Tier MF?
Hey all. I am currently a first year credit analyst working at a BB . I went to a huge state school and graduated top of my class. I've been trying to break into Investment Banking for about three years now. In an effort to rebrand, I have decided to pursue a Masters in Finance. So far, I have been...
Chosing from IE, Imperial, Cass
Hi everyone, If your goal was to work in AM preferably in London, and maybe in US or Canada later, which option would you choose? High GPA from a top Nordic uni, 1 internship in commercial banking, 1 year student job in AM trade support role. IE Business School - Masters in Finance (50% scholarship)...
Profile Evaluation: MSc in Finance at LBS, LSE, Imperial, Said or MIT
Hey Everyone, I am currently in my second year at Business school and want to take my Masters in Finance in either UK or in the US. My preferred schools: - LBS MFA - LSE MFIN - Imperial MFIN - Said MFIN - Judge I dont know any universities in the US other than Princeton and MIT that offers a MFIN. I...
Need help choosing a school for MSF
I recently applied and was accepted in to multiple MSF programs including Fordham, Boston College, and UConn (MSFRM). I would like your opinions on which school you think is best for a career as an Equity Analyst. I am leaning towards Fordham but BC is very tempting. I would love to hear your...
Admitted, what would you choose?
Hi guys, If you were admitted to the MFin program at IE Business School in Madrid with a 50% scholarship and to the MFA program at London Business School with no scholarship, which one would you choose and why? (EU citizen, career plans in asset management preferably in UK, later maybe US/Canada)
IE or ESADE for Master's in Finance?
Hi everyone! With graduate applications about to open, I have a hard time choosing between 2 business schools and wanted to ask your opinion. In the future, I want to work within asset management/fintech. I am applying to 3 programs: LBS MFA, ESADE MSc Finance and IE Business SChool Master in...
Masters Programs in Finance
Hey guys, I'm currently working full-time in San Francisco at a valuation firm, and I'm interested in applying to some masters programs in finance around the Bay Area. Unfortunately, options seem a bit limited. I would need to enroll in a part-time program and the two main options seem to be...
Masters Course for entering the Hedge Fund industry
Hi Guys, I'm going to apply for my masters in the coming weeks and I needed your help on understanding some things about the Hedge Fund Industry. I have gone through a lot of posts about entering the HF Industry, on WSO and completely understand that a masters course may not be a direct ticket to HF...
Need help choosing the appropriate Masters in Finance
Hello guys I am finishing up my Management degree in a non target university in June 2019 and I am going to apply now for Masters in Finance to rebrand and hopefully manage to get a position in Investment Banking / Hedge funds I am going to the UK and I have the following options in mind: University...
Interview with Director of Berkeley Haas MFE
I interviewed Linda Kreitzman, Executive Director of the Master of Financial Engineering Program at UC Berkeley, a couple of weeks ago. If you are considering applying to MFE programs, especially if you are thinking about this one, you really want to listen to this podcast: The Berkeley MFE: One...
MSF Class of 2019
Every year I do a post like this on about this date for students seeking admission. Most MSF/MMS program start their application cycle around this time so it is usually helpful. Prior years Q&A are listed below. https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/msf-class-…...
Which MSF is good?
I have an average GPA, GMAT : 670. 2 years work ex in startups in Business development role. Big drawback I did my engineering in 5 years(had backlogs). Which MSF programs are good? I want to make a career in wealth managment/Asset Managemet/Quant trading . I have kept my options open. I am looking...
Reality Check: Breaking into Management Consulting
A little bit about myself: - I am a 3rd Year Business student at a top ranked UK Business School (think Saint Andrews, Bath, Warwick). - As part of my degree, I am currently on an industrial placement (12months) in the investment management division of a BB . Lately, I've been thinking about trying...
International student: Double major in Finance & Econ or Masters in Finance for STEM?
Dear WSO Members, This is my first post ever on WSO and I'm excited to receive your opinions on it. I am an International Sophomore pursuing Finance at a Semi-Target in the Midwest and am interested in pursuing a career in Investment Banking. Given the fact that banks require at least a 2 year...
Profile Evaluation for Msc Finance
Hello, I am looking at pursuing my Masters in Finance, and am unable to evaluate my chances for each university. It would be greatly appreciated if someone could guide me with the same, or provide me information on my chances for the universities listed. Would there be any other universities that I...
MSF Question and Answer
Mod Note (Andy) - as the year comes to an end we're reposting the top discussions from 2015. This one was originally posted 6/30/2015. I get a ton of emails and answer a ton of posts asking similar questions so I thought I would answer the most common ones I get here and allow others to post their...
Tulane or Santa Clara MSF?
I've been accepted to both programs and not sure which to attend. I'm from SF and have a good network in the Bay Area, but I've seen some decent energy placements from Tulane and I know they used to have good placement before they went international. Santa Clara has placed at Stout Risius Ross,...
Which MSF program can I get into?
Hi all, Looking to get into a solid MSF program prior to doing an MBA to transition into IB / PE . Graduated from a cal- state university with 3.4 gpa in bio,published research , took econ/accounting courses at JC/Cal state 4.0gpa. Been working in non-finance role at an small unknown company. What...
Accepted to multiple MSF, which should I choose?
-I am an upcoming graduate from a non target state school with a 3.4 upper GPA and 650 GMAT. -I have been accepted to the MSF program at FSU, USC, Villanova, and have an interview with WUSTL this week but am expecting to get in. -I want to leverage my MSF degree into an IBD position at bulge bracket...
MS in Finance - Associate role or strictly analyst role?
Hi all, Long time lurker here. I do have a question that I hope you guys would be able to shed some light on. I worked for 3 years in finance (BO and then trading) followed by 2 years in project management role. I realized I want to get back into finance (much more interesting) and went for a top...
Confusion regarding target universities for Masters in Finance
Hi all. I have completed my under-graduation in the Business Management stream with an average GPA. I am also pursuing a professional accounting degree and have a 3 year intern-ship experience in Audit department of a big 4 firm. I am looking forward to apply to a master program in Finance....
Dissertation Advice
Hi! I would like to ask for the "community advice" in a following matter. I am about to finish a MSc in Finance, in UK. The last barrier between me and my degree is a dissertation. It is going to be my biggest academical work and I got stuck right in the beginning. There are two topics that I would...
Does passing CFA® Level 1 and 2 or demonstrating that one is working towards the CFA help with Masters application?
Hello guys, I have a question and was wondering if you could aid me...it is regarding MFin application. If you state that you are working towards CFA® Level 1 and 2 in your Masters application or better you have already passed both levels, will this in any way help with your application (increase...
Looking for masters in finance programs with my profile
Hello. I'm looking to transition into a career in finance, specifically to work in IBD and then transition to private equity to hopefully to work with technology companies. A little about myself: HYP 2014 graduate in engineering with a 3.76 GPA. Took the GMAT got a 770 with a 50 in Quant. I don't...
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