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Class of '09 MBA starting salary and bonus
Apparently these forums don't have much info on class of 09 MBA staring salaries/bonuses. Was wondering what offers people are getting in terms of staring salary, bonus, and other benefits across IBD , S&T and research.
UCLA Anderson Application Video Response
Does anyone have advice/guidance on responding to UCLA Anderson's application question that calls for a video response - What is something people will find surprising about you? Are there any successful consultants or admits from last year that can provide any guidance? I'm just curious how creative...
USC MBA vs Clarement MFE for trading
I was wondering if anyone who works as a professional trader could advise me on which route to take to get a shot at a trading desk. I don't really care where as long as it has a good training program and will help me advance my career. I have been admitted to both USC for the MBA program and...
Lost in the sauce & trying to watch my 6
So, I realize your initial thought is that this particular topic should be in the B School forum, but hear me out. So I graduated this past spring from a total non-target private school with a GPA in the low-to-mid 3s. I served 4 years in the Army as a Military Intelligence Analyst and spent a...
Hot Girls at B-School
I want to hear you guys take. Lets say I want to go to a b-school in the top 25-30, where are the hottest girls? What have you heard? I'm assuming UCLA is up there and I know the Chapel Hill girls are hot...Lets hear some insight
MBA Resume College Internship experience?
In order to make my resume one page for MBA applications, I had to remove a lot of stuff.....including my 2 summer internships during college. For now, I have removed the bullet points stating what I did---but I left the name of the company, the department, my title, and the dates on there. Does...
official gmat books
Selling two GMAT study guides, both the official ones: 2009 total review 2005 quant review (this is the most recent quant review guide) the 2009 book is in excellent condition and was purchased new recently. the 2005 book is in good condition, i never wrote in it but it's obvious i used it to study...
Dalhousie MBA: How does it stack-up on Bay Street?
Just wondering how a Dal MBA is viewed by investment banks on Bay St. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Is Stern's MBA/MS in Mathematics in Finance legit for S&T?
Hi, I came across Stern's dual degree programme (MBA/MS in Mathematics in Finance) and just wanted to know how heavily this programme is recruited for S&T . Does anyone have any idea? Thanks a lot in advance.
Should you get an MBA before a summer internship?
I am a highschooler and I think I want to go into the private equity business. I have looked at hundreds of videos, read many articles, and have studied the markets closely. My question is: Should you get an MBA before you enroll in a summer intership at an investment bank like Merrill Lynch,...
Engineering to Portfolio Management
Background: I graduated '06 w/ a BS in Mechanical Engineering. During my work as an engineer in Aerospace, I've decided I want to get into portfolio/ asset management . At this point, I don't have a long track record for my own account but I find the work very gratifying and I can sustain interest...
Looking for Advice: Big4 vs. Other/ Finance?
hi all, i have a big decision to make and i need your help. i am going to be a senior as a large university. i am a finance major with a cumulative GPA above 3.9. i have a lot of extracurricular activities and leadership. my resume is fine. i interned in the HR dept at a BB firm last summer. i'm...
Applying 4 Years from Now
I just recently started my first year as an analyst at a boutique investment bank in NYC (relatively small). Coming out of college I graduated with a 3.45 overall and a 3.8 in my finance concentration(Top 50 public school) I held both a retail brokerage internship my sophomore summer and a private...
Do I need an MBA based on my background?
All, I have been struggling through the GMATs and have one more test in me before I throw in the towel. I am taking the GMAT to have options. I am not sure whether I want to go to business school or not, as my primary goal is to get into VC . That said, based on my background, should I pursue an...
Are you serious? Starting a business just to get into an MBA program?
Chief Financial Officer, VP of Investor Relations by mcds (Baboon, 118 Points) on 4/28/09 at 10:55pm Location(s) portaBlitz TBD New York, NY , 10128 United States See map: Google Maps
18 year old needs advice
Okay, so I'm about to go to Villanova University and I need advice for my future. I didn't plan well in highschool, and got about a 3.5 GPA (3.85 my last two semesters) and 2170's on my SAT's. I had some unique EC's like starting two internet businesses that probably got me into Villanova's business...
New USNWR business rankings leaked
Check out the video here: http://usnews.feedroom.com/index.jsp?fr_story=dec… At the 0:55 mark, you can see the rankings. Harvard Stanford Northwestern Penn MIT Chicago Berkeley Dartmouth Columbia Yale NYU Duke Michigan UCLA Carnegie Mellon UVA
NYU Part-Time vs. Columbia Executive MBA
If you had to keep your day job in Manhattan while pursuing an MBA , which one of these programs is better if your goal is to end up working at a hedge fund or bank in the NY area?
Valuation Shop vs GT Advisory
Coming from a semi-target school is hard in these times. F500/ IBD /Consulting (non-MBB) recruit at our school with the intention to hire only 1 or 2 analysts/associates. The only other option (in the corporate path)is accounting (either Big 4 or mid-tier) and even that is completely swamped with...
NYU Part-Time MBA - How competitive?
Just curious as to how competitive NYU's part-time MBA program is. Average GMAT and years of work experience in a "normal" environment - ie. not like what we are currently seeing with a much higher app. rate. Thanks.
Accept trader position at small Hedge Fund (CTA) out of undergrad?
So I am from a non-target and have the chance to join a small, 5 year old Commodity Trading Advisor which is organized as a hedge fund straight out of undergrad. When I mean small, I mean very small. The AUM are $50 million and there are only 5 guys total at the shop. However, both the principals...
B-school question from private equity firms
I've had a few interviews where I'm always asked this question: Do you plan to get your MBA? Why do they ask that? I'm from an undergrad b-school, so for me it makes less sense to go get an MBA if I can go into the industry I want without it (though I will if I need to).
Ask Stacy Blackman Consulting - Business School Admissions
Hey Everybody - if any of you are looking for a quality GMAT preparation I'd encourage you to check out our partnership with Veritas Prep here because WSO members get 10% off: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/veritas-gmat-prep-… For those of you thinking of an MBA with admissions questions I've...
Resume critique for 1st year b-schooler please
I am a first-year MBA student coming from an entrepreneurial/consulting/project management background and seeking an internship in investment banking or private equity. I know the job market is tough, but any resume help would be much appreciated. Thank you. http://www.razume.com/documents/6943
Good Read for the Finance Job Search
Thought this was a pretty good read for pursuing a job in finance in the new economy. http://www.bnet.com/2403-13070_23-267216.html
do you need an mba in london
hey guys, so i noticed that people dont usually need an mba to move from analyst to associate in banking in London. what about PEs? do you still need an mba to work at a PE . i hear people tlak about pre-mba and post-mba, is that just for the States?
Trading Desks in Chicago
Especially for MBAs , what are the best trading opportunities in Chicago? (generally--not necessarily this year) I know about the commodities and equity option exchanges, but what upstairs roles are there in Chicago? Is it just prop trading firms/hedge funds? Are there any desks trading flow, or...
Does anyone regret going to a top 3 MBA program (H/S/W)?
So I was recently admitted to a top 3 MBA school, but the idea of being more than $100k in debt terrifies me. What if I want to take time off to write a novel? Or to go to China to learn Mandarin? Or try a variety of careers that don't have to do with business? You could say that I should have...
MBA Entrance/Acceptance Consulting - Some Help please!!!
Hi all, So I was wondering if anyone on here has used an MBA Entrance Consultant? In particular I am wondering if you found the person made a bigger difference than had you just applied it on your own??? Several people have highly recommended me to this guy that works out of Los Angeles (where I am...
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How is Arizona State University's MBA (W.P. Carey) program regarded?
B-School: International Placement
For those of you currently in B-School, what approach do students looking to move internationally employ to find top jobs? I often hear about the strength of alumni networks, but these often do not extend beyond country lines. Do international employers frequent the likes of career fairs at HBS ,...
MBA or Not?
What are peoples' thoughts on staying and getting promoted to senior associate at a MM PE firm (good current comp bump and carry) or going back to get an MBA? Specifically would like thoughts on exit opportunities.
Language Programs at Top MBAs
Hey Folks, Question for those that are knowledgable about the curricula at top business schools and/or work in the U.K./Europe. I'm a self-taught Spanish speaker that would classify himself as proficient/conversational. I would ultimately like to become fluent to improve my candidacy for...
How can MBA graduates network with I-banking/Private equity contacts in Middle East
Request the knowledagable folks here on forum to pour there advice as to how can mba graduates network with the industry contacts from IBanking/Private Equity in GCC/Middle East region. Loking forward to gain from insights. Cheers NoMonkey
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