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Pivoting from Pre-Law
Hello all, I’m currently a junior at a semi-target Big Ten school. I’m majoring in Economics and Political Science and was planning on going to law school but I’m pivoting from that right now. I have a decent GPA (3.47) and I’m doing an equity research internship this summer at a small firm...
Georgetown MSB MSF Exit Opps
Wondering where one can go with an MSF (Master's of Science in Finance) from Georgetown MSB. The stats look promising. $130k average base salary & 100% employment for last year's class. Is BB IB , EB IB , PE , or HF a reasonable expectation? I know that Georgetown MSB itself is a target, and seems...
MSF Graduate - Proj. Manager w/No Finance Experience, Need Advice
I'm an Aug 2019 graduate from Boston College with a MSF who's been attempting and failing to migrate into finance. I was originally a project manager for higher education companies for around 5 years, but found little career growth and had little passion for the industry. After I wrapped up the last...
Profile evaluation - MSF
I was applying to various MSF programs throughout the US and was curious about what my chances are for some of the programs. Profile: Graduating senior GPAc = 2.8 Major GPA = 3.4 GMAT = taking in a week expecting between 730-750 Work experience - 3 internships all at middle-market private equity...
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....
Profile Evaluation for MSFs
Hi all, So I am in the process of applying to a number of MSFs , and I was hoping to get some opinions on my chances at a number of programs. My background: -I am a senior (22M), graduating in December - 1 semester early - at a decent, but not great, undergraduate business school just outside of...
Bentley vs. Northeastern MSF Programs
My question regards the two programs in the title. I am currently a Bentley Undergraduate and have some reservations about the graduate programs. From my first hand experience, the graduate school is closing programs and isn't getting a great volume of applicants like the undergraduate school is,...
SMU, ASU, Utah or UC Irvine for MSF, and will this plan work?
Currently working at a small real estate company in an analyst role (mainly acquisitions/dispositions), would like to jump into IB (if I can) or real estate private equity. Considering Arizona State, UC Irvine, Utah, and SMU for my MSF (I applied to UT Austin but haven't heard back yet), thoughts on...
MSF placements General
Hi everyone. I'm a first time poster and any help/advice would be appreciated I'm looking to go and get an MSF in 2011. The schools I want to apply to are yet to be determined. As I understand it, there are many potential placement options out of a MSF program such as: consulting, IB , ER , PE , S&T...
Break into IB through MSF program without IB internship experience?
Hi everyone, I saw people asking whether their MSF program can help them break into FO IB . However, MSF programs are normally one year long. Are those people already get an IB Internship before their MSF or they are talking about IB full-time job? I don't think they have enough time to get an...
Business schools application suggestions
Hello! I am a U.S citizen living in Seoul. Here is my background. GPA: 3.8 GMAT: 690 TOEFL: 109, I have* no* internship or any related experiences in the industry, which is one of my biggest weakness. I am now applying to business schools for MSF program, but most them rejected my application, i...
The job prospect for MSF at UT-Dallas
Hello! I am a U.S citizen living in Seoul. Here is my background. GPA: 3.8 GMAT: 690 TOEFL: 109, I have* no* internship or any related experiences in the industry, which is one of my biggest weakness. I am now applying to business schools for MSF program, but most them rejected my application, i...
Best MSF's to shoot for given my stats?
I know you guys get asked stuff like this all the time but it's a very case by case thing so I'm going to ask again. I'm a state school kid with a 3.9/4.0, expecting a 720+ GMAT at the very least (you'll just have to trust me on that), with no real work experience to speak of. I did a small...
Do I need a masters in Finance to get into FO?
I am a May 2018 Graduate from a no name Maryland State school. 3.6 GPA but lots of good extra circulars and leadership roles. I work at JP Morgan in a back office, Financial Control Role in Delaware (interned previously) I passed CFA Level 1; have Bloomberg certification, and manage my own 15K...
MSF to Break into IBD/Consulting?
Hi everyone, I'm an Electrical Engineering major at a top school in Canada. I'm about to finish my last year and only recently became extremely interested in pursuing IBD /Consulting route. I'm thinking about applying to MSF programs to rebrand and jump back into the recruiting cycle and am thinking...
Lateral Unlikely - Is MSF the answer?
Hey all, I am a long shot that recently broke in at a very small regional boutique (extremely low GPA, non-target, late interest in finance - hustled and networked my ass off to get a gig). Although I am extremely grateful to have made it this far and I enjoy the work, I am not completely sold on my...
Top Online-only MSF Programs?
Dear fellow chimps, What are the top online-only Masters in Finance (MSF) programs out there? Bearing in mind my unconventional background: * Bachelors in Liberal Arts from no-name school. 4.0 GPA * Passed CFA Level 1 * Landed a job as a buy-side analyst at hedge fund in NYC (through some raw...
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-…...
In need of general advice/critique - What is my best path?
Hi all, First, I want to say thanks to all the people that spend there time replying to posts in this forum. I have gained a lot of information from reading archived posts on WSO . This seems like a great community where people give honest advice to each other. About me : I just turned 30 and am...
MSF TULANE vs UCONNMSFRM vs SYRACUSE MSF
Hi, I am an international student with 10 years of mortgage underwriting experience 7 in India and 3 in US. I have admits from Tulane MSF , UCONN MSFRM and Syracuse MSF waiting for Brandeis MSF , BC MSF and Fordham MSF Post Study Career Goals :- Retail Financing ( Been part of same long) to move...
What school to apply for
Hello everyone, I graduated in June 2017. My degree is in business administration specializing in finance and management control. Major GPA: 3.2, Overall: 2.68. I studied in France and the evaluation of my transcripts was done by WES. That's how I got my GPA. I have been in the US for a little over...
IIT MSF
I am wondering what information the WSO community has on the program. It would be great to get opinions from past students on the quality of education and placements around the Chicago area. The program is highly ranked on the FT MSF rankings, yet I have seen mixed reviews online. Any help would be...
Undecided about which Boston MSF program to go!
Hello all! A few things to consider: International Student going back home after completing the MSF . Don't have much savings, and my income potential after graduating is much lower because I wouldn't be working in the USA hence salaries are inherently lower. Will have Fulbright Scholarship which...
MSF with work experience
I know most MSF programs don't require work experience, but I was wondering if anyone had any insight about doing an MSF program with 1-2 yrs of prior work experience and how that impacted recruiting for analyst positions. My goal is to break into banking (either Houston or NYC would be fine with...
MSF: UMD Vs Syracuse Vs UIUC Vs ASU Vs UTD
Hello everyone, I am an international student from Taiwan and I have got admissions from UMD, Syracuse, UIUC, ASU, and UTD so far. I know the truth that all of the programs are not on the tier1 list but since my major is economics, I think it's still worth for me to pursue the degree and knowledge....
Villanova MSF international students' experience
Hi everyone, I'm a Vietnamese, currently working for a small investment management fund in Vietnam. I just got the MSF Fellowship at Villanova and plan to attend this summer. It's not a STEM program, so the OPT will be only for a year. I've been trying to find more info on placement for...
MSF (Master of Finance) Programs
Hey guys, I go to the University of Miami. Im trying to decide if i should try to get into UM's MSF program, which doesn't require me to take the GMAT or have any recommendations as I am already a student of the undergraduate business school OR if i should go back home, study and take my GMAT and...
What are my chances for Baruch/MSF and then IBD?
Senior at a small private, Catholic college majoring in finance with a management minor, graduating a year early. Starting a Fortune 30 Financial Analyst Co-op in January that ends in June that may lead to full time. Have had 2 relevant internships (private equity and then outsourced CFO services...
What MSFs am I a target for?
I have close to a 3.0 gpa as an Electrical Engineering major from Rutgers University (big ten state school). I got a 2300 on my SATs so I think I can pull a 650 - 700 GMAT. I really want to get into investment banking. What masters in finance are a target for me? Also do i need an MSF to break into...
Nasty Undergraduate Academic Record, which MSF should I apply for ?
I read someone mention FT is the only website that ranks Master of Finance program and there are other articles about "target school" such as Business Insider. Anyhow, I am an undergraduate student at Northeastern University, had 2 accounting co-ops, one as audit intern in Deloitte but the branch is...
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...
Software Engineer to MSF to ??? advice
Alright WSO , a buddy of mine is a lurker here and has enlisted my help. he studied econ undergrad at a non target and has worked in software the past several years, most recently as a software engineer developing enterprise level software in Chicago. he's been accepted to a MSF (top 5 in the US...
US best MSF for international students
Guys, actually I'm a summer intern in a PE fund. Eu citizen. Bachelor in France. I would like to attend a MSF for live and work in US. To you, which program really worth? From what I've seen, I considered: UTA MSF , Vandy MSF , Boston College MSF , Fordham MSF , Baruch MSF , UCLA MFE, Brandeis MSc...
Risk and Business Advisory > Corporate Finance
Hey guys, Soon to be MSF grad from a Boston school, have my undergraduate degree in accounting from a state school. I wanted to get 150 credits to go for my CPA , and I felt like an MSF would give me a good finance background, and not pigeonhole me into strictly accounting positions. With my...
[Need Advice] WUSTL MSFQ to Banking, have sequence of banking internships
Hey everyone, I got accepted to the MSFQ program at WUSTL. Here are my details: Career Interest : IB /Corp Fin Program Choice : Chose the MSFQ due to STEM designation (want to work in the US plus the MSFQ is 17 months with room for an internship). Undergraduate in Quant Finance (In London) so I can...
BC MSF
Considering attending the MSF program in 2017 at BC, what are the placements like? Can anyone share experience with the program?
Brandeis MSF or Babson MSF
Hello guys! I got accepted to Babson and Brandeis for their MSF programs and I am very unsure of which school to pick. I would really appreciate some advice. -Babson: brand new program (1st year), 10 months, does not offer an internship, STEM, $$ -Brandeis: 16 months, summer internship, #6 in FT...
WUSTL vs. U Rochester Simon MSF (2017 intake)
I am an international student, and I have been admitted to WUSTL MS Finance (Quantitative track) and U Rochester Simon MSF . Both programs have given me some funding (25% from WUSTL and 40% from Simon). Both are 17-month programs and I would like to do a summer internship in BB IBD or Asset...
Question about MSF program
I was recently accepted to UMKC's MSF program beginning in just over a week. My question is this: Its not exactly a target school, but its got a decent program. I'd like to break into IB , preferably M&A as that's where my interests are most aligned. I am a reporting analyst for a high-tier...
Thoughts on MSF last round applications
Hey everyone, So I'm graduating in December from a semi target school in the Midwest with a degree in Finance. I will be taking the GMAT in February, and finishing applications to schools such as Vanderbilt, Villanova, UT, Michigan State, Texas A&M, and Duke's MMS, all which are March deadlines and...
Good MSF programs in the US for fresh undergrads
I am currently a senior student at a univeristy (not famous) outside US and Europe majoring in Economics and minoring in Math. I am considering applying to Master of Finance programs in the U.S. and Europe and upon completion trying getting a job at an investment bank or trading ( at least an...
How creative should be essays for MSF programs?
I'm currently writing essays for MSF programs and decided to google "examples of essays for graduate schools". Most of the examples were so far from the main topic and/or so personal that I started questioning my essays. For instance, in one of these essays for about half the text the author writes...
What MSF is better for job placement in NYC: non-NY Tier 1 or NY Tier 2?
Assuming that I want to work in NYC , should I choose MSF at better school, based in not NY state, or MSF at worse school, but in NY state? For example, Vanderbuilt, WUSTL, Virginia vs. Baruch, Syracuse, Rochester
Campus visits before applying for MSF
Hi, everybody. I am currently applying for MSF in several universities and considering visiting some of them. Can somebody give me an advice on: 1) how to prepare for the visits (except for studying all the info on university websites)? 2) what should I do during the visits? meet some students? meet...
Average financial aid for top msf
I am looking to apply to vandy and nova for my msf and wanted to know what to expect for financial aid if any especially for vandy. What can I expect?
Rutgers MFINA any good?
I've applied to the Rutgers Business School Masters in Financial Analysis Program, and have been wondering if it is any good in placing students in investment management jobs. I have an ok GMAT, 600, and the other schools that I've gotten into are Pace and Fairfield and a 3.1 GPA in undergrad from a...
CC=> State School=> MSF=> Consulting
Spent 2 years at a CC then transferred to a non-target state school. Graduated from the CC with 3.6/3.7 (would've been 3.8 but got a bad grade in one class after being too focused on ec's) and I expect to graduate from the state school with a similar GPA with a degree in Accounting. Due to going to...
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...
Financial Times 2016 MSF Ranking
The Financial Times just released their 2016 MSF rankings. Look pretty good. Same qualifications as always though. Best if you are using them when comparing UK/European programs, but not really worth while for US programs. With that said, I am seeing more and more US programs added. MIT is the top...
Macc CFA Vs. MSF
What would be a better option to break into an IB analyst position. MaAc with CFA level 2, or MSF? I know that the majority of the WSO community say the Maac is worthless for IB , but it seems like most the IB work is accounting.
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