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BSc Industrial Engineering (ME), MSc Finace, Risk & Accounting - what career options do I have?
I live in Germany and got an industrial engineering bachelor degree since I did not really like the engineering part but really enjoyed the couple finace, economics and accounting courses that were part of my curriculum I decided to focus on that areas. I have work experience in controlling,...
Would it be smart to do Baruch's Masters in Real Estate?
I graduated from an ivy in 2015 and had shitty grades there (2.8 GPA). I have no excuse. I totally fucked around and didn't have my priorities straight. I know I'm capable of doing way better. I went to a top 5 private national High School (think Exeter, Trinity, etc.) and got excellent grades there...
How Suitable is my Profile for these MFin Programs
I was hoping to get opinions on my chances at a masters in finance from the following: MIT LBS (Masters in Financial Analysis) LSE Imperial HEC Paris My profile: - Economics major - 3rd year student - 3.2 GPA from the Lahore University of Management Sciences [top ranked in Pakistan], Pakistan. - 740...
Is the Yale MA in Intl/Dev Economics worth it?
I am an American first year student at a top tier (but not in finance...) university in Europe. I was wondering if the Yale Masters in International and Development Economics is worth considering. I am planning on enrolling in a preprofessional masters program (think Mfin, Msc fin, M. in Financial...
NYU Schack MSRE Vs Cornell Baker Masters in RE
I am RE professional, I currently manage self owned portfolio of residential and commercial real estate. I am looking into full time programs in Real Estate focussed on investing/ Asset Management to help me attain my goal to have my own REIT in future. After graduating I want to work for a REIT and...
2nd masters
Lets say someone in the UK goes to a non target for their undergraduate and then does their masters at a decent enough university but it is still not a target. Would it be wise for that person to do the same masters again but at a top target university? Is it worth it? I was reading around on-line...
Would getting a Masters in Finance or Management look bad?
Im looking very hard at Duke's MMS program, UT Austin' MSF , Vandy's MSF , among others. My question is, would getting a masters degree in a business subject (after I've already got a BBA) look bad to BSchool admissions?
Chances for LSE, UofT? (UK and Canada)
Hi everyone, thanks for checking out my thread. I just finished my first two years at University, and I have been considering going to grad school and breaking into finance from the very beginning. I just wanted to "check in" and get some tips on how I can improve my application for when I do apply....
What universities do banks hire from in the UK from Masters courses?
Hi all, What universities do banks directly recruit from in the UK? I'm thinking of doing an MBA or Masters. I'm keen to find out what universities investment banks will recruit directly from, MBA or masters students. Will a masters in finance/economics cut it or would I need an MBA to be hired as...
MSc in Finance and Private Equity - LSE
Hello, monkeys tl;dr - I'm a brazilian guy who received an offer to study at LSE , but I don't have the means to do it. Would you guys be interest in lending me money (through a p2p lending website)? Just a quick intro/about me: - In 2014 I completed my bachelors degree in Accounting at Brazil's #1...
JOB OUTLOOK, HELP, BUSINESS, MFE, FINANCE, ACCOUNTING FORECAST JOB
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Top Master of Finance (MSc) schools?
I'm having difficulties finding a good ranking list of the top programs for masters in finance. USNews has their list cut off super short unless you subscribe. Would anyone have a good top list? I'm getting a little worried that I might not be able to land a good job after I graduate. Junior...
Msc in Finance: Europe vs US
Looking at the rankings european universities seem better for masters in Finance pre experience than American ones. Why is that so? Would you suggest taking a masters in Europe at a target university like HEC, Bocconi or LBS or taking it in the US? What's the best course of action for a penultimate...
International Business School vs. US Business School
First time poster here. Have a few questions about business school... -I am curious as to if there any particular benefits to studying at an international business school, London Business School, per se, as opposed to just staying at a top tier business school within the US? If the end goal is...
MBA vs. Masters in Finance
Earlier today I posted a discussion on if a business/finance certificate held any kind of weight. This lead me to look deeper into other options, such as a Masters in Finance route vs. the MBA route. How much weight does a Masters in Finance have in the PE /Hedge Fund world as opposed to an MBA? I...
At classic crossroads - job or master's degree?
Long story short: 23yo; just finished a 3yr B.Sc. in Finance; private Norwegian university; lousy 2.35 GPA (EDIT: 3.04); lots of extra-curricular activities; ~ $60k in student loans; ~ $90k gross cash; no relevant job experience; been doing okay with stock investing/trading for the last three years....
Best non-experienced masters for consulting? (UK)
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LSE Finance and Private Equity vs Oxford Said MFE? **AMERICAN**
Hi I am an American who just got accepted into LSE Finance and PE , Oxford MFE, and LBS MiM. (Still waiting to hear back from Cambridge MPhil Mgmt). LSE - heard it's like a factory. but obv good school Oxford - financial economics sounds not so serious??? Oxford has a good rep worldwide but not sure...
Online MS at NorthWestern to PTMBA later
NU has an MS program in predictive analytics that I can do for around 40k(more like 30k after employer reimbursement and 20k after tax savings). I'm interested in this program for personal fulfilment reasons and potential social proof. How would this impact a PT-MBA admission decision particularly...
Two masters degrees before mba?
If I have a liberal arts degree from a top 20 school with a 3.7+ GPA, and a masters in finance and a masters of accounting with work experience in Big 4 TAS. What are my chances of a top 5 MBA program with good gmat scores if I am 30?
Graduate School & Commodities Trading
Hi, I am doing my undergrad from a Canadian Semi-Target with manageable grades, my goal is energy trading yet I am having difficulty breaking into the industry. I am now considering the option of getting a graduate degree to increase my credentials for commodities trading. Does anyone have some...
try Masters + SA or FT at boutique?
Hey guys - non-target math major here, 3.8 GPA, and 9-10 months worth of IB / PE internships. PE internship was with a 6B+ fund (hires many GS /MS/ JPM analysts) Do you think I should try a Masters so I am eligible for SA? Or do you think I should keep on shooting for FT at a boutique? I don't have...
Should I get an MSF, Mfin, or other business masters?
Despite being somewhat new in terms of degrees, a Master of Science in Finance (MSF or M.Fin for Master in Finance) are generally well-accepted in the finance world. Whereas an MBA gives a general business education, an MSF [or M.Fin] is focused solely on finance . These degrees often do not require...
Undergrad math courses for Masters program
HI, I am currently an undergrad student studying economics and financial management. I am hopefully going to apply for a masters in either financial economics or quant. finance. And from what I've heard both of them require advanced math courses, so I have decided to take the following math...
Fin. Eng vs FIn. Economics
Hi, I am currently a senior undegrad, with a major in econ and finance. I am interested in pursuing a masters program in either Financial Economics or Financial Engineering. My questions are: 1) Is it possible for me to pursue any of these 2 majors( aka. will my undergrad major restrict me from...
Accounting undergrad, masters in finance?
So long story short I did really shitty in highschool, and have been trying to make up for it. Going to transfer from CC with a 3.6 to a small nj college(Ramapo). If I finish up with a high gpa what are the chances of getting into a good masters program for finance?(not t10 just a program worth...
Which Masters at LSE to apply for
Hi, I am currently a senior majoring in sociology at an ivy league university. I started undergrad as a premed and that severely killed my gpa so I will only be graduating with a 3.6 despite the easy major. Major gpa is near 4.0. At the end of sophomore year, I decided that I wanted to go into...
Masters degree for hedge fund?
Hello monkeys, I am currently a senior at NYU getting my undergrad degree in finance. I want to work at a hedge fund hopefully as a trader, a quant, or a analyst here in NYC . Should I wait two years and get a masters? what would be better, a MBA or a masters in statistics? or neither? My grades are...
Non-Traditional Student
I am 27 and I want to go into finance. I am thinking of getting a MSF online with a certificate in project management. I have absolutely no experience (English major) and will be leaving another graduate program to enter into this one. I never really had to work so my work history is a little...
Internship - Master program after graduation
How much will it help me to obtain an internship if I decide to do a masters program at my university after graduation(top 20 business school)?
Calling all Masters Applicants
Anyone applying to Masters programs? I have sent my application for Duke MMS program - R1 decision. I also plan to apply to some finance programs. Anyone else out here?
MSF advice - I need your guidance!
Hello Everyone, Okay I need some advice about MSF programs. But first i'll give you a quick synopsis about myself. I went to a non-target state school and just graduated (class of 2011). I have a 3.8 gpa with very good extracurricular activities. I have had two internships at a BB bank. And am now...
Job prospects with no experience/internships and MSc Finance
Some background: 23 years old, married, undergrad in Finance December of 2012 from a non-target school in Florida, 3.5 cumulative, 4.0 major GPA. I do not have an official gmat score as of yet, but have scored just over 700 in practice tests with little studying. Worked full time to pay for school...
Ivy League Masters into Finance?
Greetings, I have a BA in Communications and a minor in Philosophy from a pretty good school in the Midwest. I was just accepted to Dartmouth for a MA in Globalization Studies. I am going to take a couple classes in finance and economics at the school of Tuck while getting this MA degree of yet...
Application Advice for MS in Industrial Engineering
Hi guys, Hope everyone is having a great summer break. I would like some advice and experience from anyone who has a similar background in Industrial Engineering (Masters) or who know anyone with such background. 1. Which firms would prefer a non finance background student or an Industrial...
Is this combined degree program worth it?
I am studying accounting at a non-target, and I have the opportunity to graduate after 5 years with a Masters in Accounting along with my bachelors. At the end of this 5-year program, it is also likely that I would soon become a CPA candidate (the program would allow me to sit for it). Since this is...
MSc Management in the UK for strategy. LBS, Warwick, Imperial, Bath?
Hi there, it's really nice to be here! I've been reading the forums quite a lot lately, and decided to join to ask you this specific question. I'm about to start an MSc in Management, hoping to work at a top calibre strategy consulting firm after graduation. I am probably going to either Warwick...
Masters in Financial Engineering Worth It?
So, here’s the deal. I just finished my junior year of undergrad. I have an all right GPA (I guess?) of 3.40, but am double majoring in Electrical Engineering and Economics. I don’t really go to a target school, but it is a top-15 ranked university. I’m interning at Accenture this summer,...
Rutgers MBA v. PACE MBA
I'm in between Rutgers and PACE for my MBA . Any input would be appreciated. The back story - I work in the Financial District, but live in Jersey so I pass through lovely Newark everyday. I would be attending school part-time. I have also thought about Seton Hall, but haven't heard anything...
Writing a Master's Thesis?
Is there any point in writing a Master's Thesis, when finishing an MBA or Master's degree? Do employers view it highly? I am finishing up MS. in Risk Management and once of the graduation traks (albeit it is supposed to be the hardest) is the Master's Thesis? Is is worth the immense time and effort...
Duke MMS Thread
So I am eagerly waiting to hear back if I got into the program or not (Decision release date is May 14th for my application round) I just wanted to hear back from those who got in to the program for this coming year. What was your background/gpa/work experience/ gmat score like and what are your...
MSF Value
Hello, I am in a bit unique situation here. I recently immigrated to USA from Bangladesh. I worked for 2.5 years in relationship management in commercial banking. I know this experience has no value in USA. Now I am planning to study MS Finance. I am already selected for UT Dallas for Fall 2011. I...
Masters in Statistics vs Masters in Econometrics
Which of Masters in Stats or Masters in Econometrics applies better to the hedge fund industry ? Are there investment or trading strategies used by money management firms that would make HR prefer someone with a Stats background over an Econometrics background (or vice versa)? If so, which strategy...
URGENT!!!! CMU MSPPM vs. Warwick MSF vs. Queens' MMF vs. Villanova MSF?
I received an offer from CMU'S MSPPM, concentrating in Financial Management, a conditional offer from Warwick's MSF , and still waiting for results from Queens' and Nova. (highly possibility from the last two as well) AND I really don't know which one to choose now. CMU: PRO: brand name CON: heavy...
Masters from Purdue in Computational Finance
I went to CMU for undergrad and was wondering whether this program will do be any good in terms of getting jobs at trading companies and investment banks: http://www.stat.purdue.edu/academic_programs/grad… Would it be better if I get work experience first, or would this program be a better...
Msc Finance, competitiveness and chances
Hey guys, I'd just like some insight on my chances in some masters program I'm applying to (or consideting). A bit about my profile: -3.1 GPA in computer engineering at McGill. (3.3 in my last 2 years, i kinda had a really bad start). Im currently in my last semester. -GMAT 690 (q:48 v37) -Some work...
Tulane University Masters in Energy
I had the privilege of meeting with Joe LeBlanc during the Rodeo. He is doing a great job with Tulane and this new energy program looks to be incredibly relevant and interesting. I posted about it on my site and wanted to bring everyones attention to it. If you are interested in energy, you need to...
Didn't get a job in Finance - go to HKU and do MS Finance?
hey guys looking for advice here. will give you the low down on where i stand. basically i finished my university degree in australia. (top uni in australia but not much reputation overseas). have tried to break into anything IBD related but no luck.
new Columbia MS finance and econ... 2 yr program, anyone heard abt it?
Anyone got any info? Its a new program for 2011
Am I swimming upstream? Should I float downriver?
I am 27 years old and have been working for a midcap non-financial company as a financial analyst for a couple years. I have a business degree from a non-target state school with a 3.4 GPA. I am also currently working on a Masters of Science in Financial Analysis at a reputable but still non-target...
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