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Summer Business Programs (vs. MSF)
Any thoughts on the summer programs offered by various business schools (e.g. Tuck, Stanford, Booth)? I'm a senior economics major at a LAC w/ no OCR , and limited finance knowledge from online prep courses. I know I can grasp the necessary technical knowledge for interviews, but I was wondering how...
Is Columbia Master of Science in Financial Economics worth it?
It's 2 years program and is too long for an MS, I know. But I want the best of the both worlds ie I would like to take some PhD classes along with MBA classes and use it as my terminal degree. But how is it viewed in the corporate world? Is the Columbia brand huge? Also, I'm an international...
My GMAT sucks / chances at masters
My GMAT quant is terrible. Just took the test yesterday and got a 640 (38Q/ 39V). This was much lower than expected, my last 2 practice tests where 700 (43/43) and 710 (I forget the splits). Point is, I'm 90 percentile on reading and bouncing between 41 (actual GMAT) and 70 percentile on math. I've...
Right age for PhD or should I just rely on my MFin?
Hello, new chimp here. Hope you're all doing well. I just wanted to ask few questions regarding PhD(they're general). 1) What is the most appropriate age for applying to PhD(I'm looking at CalTech, Princeton, & University of Chicago)? 2) I'm 24 and let's say I apply to Caltech's PhD in Math &...
Profile evaluation for MSF programs
Hi everybody, I have a big problem and I was hoping that some of you could help me.
MSF Profile Evaluation. Thank you!!!
Hi, WSO users I'm trying to apply for 2015 MSF and I'd be really appreciated any advice or insights related to my profile. Nationality: Chinese School: Undergrad at Indiana University, Kelley School of Business Major: Accounting, Finance and Technology Management Current Undergrad GPA: 3.58 GMAT:...
MSF profile evaluation? thank you!
Hi guys, I'm a perspective MSF candidate for 2015-2016. Any insights related to my profile will be appreciated! Chinese citizen, US undergrad at University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Major: Honors BS Math (not planning to graduate with honors though, not particularly interested in writing a research...
MSF Program Advice
Profile: Double major in Finance and Real Estate at FSU. Should graduate magna cum laude (3.7) GMAT: Haven't taken but pretty confident if i put in the time I can do well. I have a good track record with standardized tests.
Can I apply to HEC Paris Master of International Finance or Financial Economics with non-target UK undergrad degree?
I don't know what they really mean but they say applicants MUST have a degree from international Tier A school. What the heck does that mean?
Advice on MSF with Low GRE Score
Hi, I want to pursue masters in finance from USA. But, I doubt that I would be accepted into a decent university with low score. Can other factors (MBA, 3 yrs exp, etc) compensate ? Please help ! Thanks
USC MSF Selection Criteria
I'm planning to apply to USC MSF program. I noticed that they said it is recommend you send your GMAT or GRE score, but it is not required. I'm thinking of not sending it because my vocab score is little low (vocab is my weakness) and my math score is above average but happy with it. What does USC...
Value of an MSF (Nova, WUSTL, UVA) for a target undergrad '13
Graduated in 2013 with a degree in math/econ (3.5 gpa) at an Ivy. I worked 1 year in a large pension fund as a FO /MO analyst. I had to end this gig because I ran out of work authorization after 1 year of OPT. I'm getting my work authorization back soon via a green card application with my family....
Best MSF program with my profile
Hi guys, I want to know what are some possible good MSF program (online or on campus) I can get into in either the US, UK or Australia I graduated a year and a half ago with a low gpa 2.6 at UC Davis in Economics. After I graduated, I have been working at a custodian bank for a contract settlement...
MSF chances and advice please
Hi all! I'm aiming to enter grad school next year and want to pursue a MSF /MMS. Some background info: -non-target school in Northwest, econ major -GPA 3.78/4.00 -GRE 4/158v/157q (first time), x/157v/157q (today) -work experience: Big 4 Advisory (Deals) mostly doing economic advisory but I'm trying...
Profile Evaluation for MSF
A bit about my current status: - International student - Major: Actuarial Science - School: well-known in Europe, Australia, Asia (top 50 worldwide on any ranking list) - GPA: 3.2 - 3.4 (converted to standard GPA) - GRE: quant 164, verbal 155 - Experiences: 2 non-finance related internships -...
Is applying to 8 programs/schools impractical/foolishness?
I'll be applying to LSE MSc Finance, Oxford MFE, Imperial's MSF , MIT MFin, CMC, MFin, WUSTL MSF , Vandy MSF & UT MSF in September/October. I have 750 GMAT, C/C++ & Financial Modeling trained, have CQF with distinction, CFA l2 passed & 3.5 GPA. Will have almost 24 months of mixed...
Full Tuiton MBA or Aim Higher
I am currently enrolled in a MSF program at a semi-target school. The school is ranked somewhere between 20 and 40, depending on where you look. The program is usually three semesters, and I have completed two of them. I am currently working an internship as a portfolio analyst at a Fortune 500...
MSF if already in finance
Any here already work in finance but decide to get an MSF? And what was your reasoning?
MSF: Baruch vs. BC vs. Villanova
1. Curious as how Baruch now rates as I would have to believe they must have excellent connections into wall st? I know the program is new. 2. Then throw BC vs. villanova in the mix. i know bc has excellent boston connections, but i think they are pretty good in ny as well, nova has good ny...
Grad school chance me
Here is my file: Currently at a non target school in the West Coast Studying accounting 3.22 gpa (I just had a really bad junior year) GRE: Will take in August I'm on the school's cross country team. Earned conference academic awards. Was a officer for the school's finance club. Did joined a few...
MSF profile review/recommendations
Hello All, I graduated from the university of Georgia in May 2013 with a non-business major (international affairs). I decided to try my luck getting a job in the business world and ended up settling for a job in the escrow department at a mortgage servicing company in Charlotte. While it pays the...
MSF Chances/Profile Review
I am a recent college graduate and am taking a year off to prepare for Masters in Finance programs next year and am trying to narrow down my choices. I graduated in May 2014 as I earlier indicated with a B.S. in Economics and a minor in Political Science from a non-target(UT Dallas). Academic...
Grad School or Job - Unable to get a job in consulting
I am a recent graduate who wants to break into management consulting . I have been unable to get a job in consulting, and even in financial services. I have been actively looking since January, and have not gained any traction despite being told that I have a "strong" resume. My current options are:...
Help: MSM (Southern Methodist Uni) or MSF (University of Maryland)
Hey all - looking for some advice on which direction to take as I was accepted into SMU's MSM program after being rejected for their MSF after an interview, and I have an MSF spot at the Uni of Maryland. What should I do? Is an MSF from Uni of Maryland better than an MSM from SMU? I had also come to...
Which are the Best Finance Case Competitions?
Hey fellow monkeys, do you know any finance related & case competitions (such as ModelOff) that would be worth our time to participate? As a prospective postgrad/ MSF student in Europe, I think it would be a really interesting experience to participate in such competitions, as you'd have the chance...
Masters in Finance Question
Long story hopefully short enough for you guys, I was supposed to be a financial lawyer. After going through the process twice to try to get enough financial aid, I decided against law school because of the cost and job opportunities. I've been trying to get a job in finance ever since (since the...
SMU MS Finance Skype Interview Prep Help Please.
I have a Skype interview for the MSF course next week. I was wondering if anyone had any experience with them, and how it went, what they are expecting, any particular traits/values they are attracted to? Haven't found too many posts here regarding interviews at SMU, but going off of what people...
Need Your Advices for my MSF plan please
Hi, that is my first post after reading hundreds of posts here, and I want to say I really learned a lot. I am writing this because I have few questions regarding to which MSF programs I should apply and what is the chance for me to get into one of them. Here is my profile: I am graduating in May...
MSF now or MBA later?
Hi, I have 1 year Corporate Banking experience. I want to do either an MBA or an MSF . However, for an MBA , I have to wait for a couple more years. So which one will be better for me? MSF now or MBA 3 years later? My goal is IB .
Master in Finance: WUSTL vs. Claremont McKenna vs. Boston College vs. Villanova
Could you rank these MSF programs? WUSTL vs. Claremont McKenna vs. Boston College vs. Villanova Goal is to break into investment banking. And where would you put Duke MMS among these? Thanks.
What are my chances at these schools?
. I'm thinking about applying to Oxford MFE, MIT MFin, CMC, Vandy and Duke. I was first thinking about only applying to vandy, cmc and duke but then I thought it wouldn't hurt to throw in some more apps. Will I be competitive at MIT and Oxford? Also, how is LBS for Internationals? I've seen their...
post-MSF jobs (for domestic students) descriptions and pay
so I got into an MSF (think OSU, GWU, JHU, UIUC, Tulane) and I'm wondering what kind of jobs I should be expecting to get out of school. I did undergrad at non-target with a non-target major. The school I'm going to does have OCR , but I still only had 6 months at a trading arcade. Domestic student....
WUSTL Singapore experience
I am considering the program and would love to hear from others about it as well. Best, JamesKIller
Indiana MSF vs. Georgetown MSF
Curious what this board thinks. All comments are appreciated.
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Retake GMAT? - Looking to get an MSF
Looking to go for an MSF . What schools do I have a shot at with this background or should I retake and apply at a later round. GMAT: 610 GPA; 3.8 Non-Target Finance/Econ 2 Year Relavent Internship 8 Month FT Analyst at PWM ...TIA
Specialized Programs in Graduate Business - Washington, DC - November 8th - 6:30 to 8:30 - MSF
I will be in Washington DC on November 8th if anyone is interested in learning more about Masters in Finance programs (especially Villanova!). Representatives will be there from a variety of school to answer any other your questions also. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Capitol City Brewing Co. 1100 New York Ave...
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...
MSF programs advice, need help - International student at a non-target
Hi, I am an international student, study in a non target state university. EC major, 3.05 GPA, (at a growing trend) GMAT 720 2 months internship at HSBC in Shanghai, China. 2 months internship in the largest insurance company in China. 10 days internship program in Hongkong. I am interest in...
Going to a MSF, is a sub-par review from a previous job going to effect me? - Been working at a BB
So I have been working at a BB in a MO role in Asia for the past two yrs and am heading off to Europe for a Masters degree in late fall. I am planning to apply to banking roles when recruiting season starts. Ideally, I wanted a FO role since the beginning, but given that my undergrad school was a...
MSF Advice - Applying to grad schools
I am applying to grad schools and I am having a difficult time figuring out where my stats will realistically land me. I want to break into either IB or S&T preferably in New York. 730 GMAT, 3.4 GPA from non-target & little work experience (Graduated in May) So far on my list are Carnegie Melon MSCF...
MSF...MAcc questions for post Ugrad
Hello all, I am a senior econ undergrad at non-target graduating in December 2011. I have a good GPA but have not taken GMAT yet. I have been considering going for a post undergrad masters degree and have a few questions I was hoping to get a little help with.My goals are pretty broad as I have...
UT Dallas MSF
Looking into several MSF programs. I want to end up in Dallas, so naturally UT-Dallas is appealing. Does anyone have any info as far as placement records or know if many Dallas HFs or Bulge Brackets recruit from this program? The info on their website is very limited. Any help would be much...
BC MSF vs. BU MSIM
I'm looking into evening graduate programs in the field of finance in Boston, and these two seem to be the best (but please correct me if I'm wrong). I'm in the Air Force right now as a finance officer, so neither is really 100% relevant to my current career field, but I'll be separating a year or...
MSF - Senior at a state school
Hello everyone! I am new and delighted to be here. -I am a senior at a state school in the United States -I have an average GPA 3.4-3.5 -I am an Accounting and Business Economics double major -I have had 2 finance internships (local firms) -I have one accounting internship (fortune 100 company) I am...
Vanderbilt MSF - Breaking into IB?
How difficult is it to get an analyst position from vanderbilt's msf program? From the "success stories" on their website, there is only 1 IB listed, and that is with a smaller firm. Also from here: http://mba.vanderbilt.edu/vanderbilt/Programs/msf… if its not S&T, it doesn't look like there are...
Engineers - Best majors to become at analyst?
So I've seen in posted multiple times in these forums that Engineering is one of the best majors if you want to become an IB analyst. Although this might be true for BB from targets, I think at boutiques and MM this isn't true. I am an Engineering major (+ have a minor) from a semi target, and...
MSF Advice - Senior this upcoming fall
I will be a senior this upcoming fall, majoring in Finance with a specialization in Actuarial Sciences (my school calls it a specialization, but it is essentially a minor). I attend a Big Ten university and am interested in continuing my education at a MSF program. I should graduate with an overall...
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