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Hi all -
As i have been looking through this site, i have found their seems to be a lack on anything Australian. While that is understandable seeming as the industry is US focused, i thought i'd take the opportunity to try and develop a useful collection of tid-bits and facts by sharing... Answering Australian I-Banking Questions! | DotteringandSpl... | 11 | 1 min 43 sec |
When I was attempting my Level II, I was feeling mighty poor. <br> <br> I had just left my role in finance and I wanted to try my hand at something else that had caught my attention - advertising. <br> <br> Weird, I know. <br> <br>... How to Pitch to your Firm to Sponsor Your CFA Program | 300 Hours | 0 | 12 min 35 sec |
Hi fellow monkeys,
1. In short we won a competition (team of 3) like a week ago and we have an upcoming insight day at a midsized firm, which also includes a lunch at a restaurant with an MD (also he is the one who will be with us all day). My two teammates don't really want to land an... How should I land summer internship? | GiveMeElliot | 0 | 29 min 13 sec |
Proposed Answer: The pay is atrocious, there is virtually no promotion potential, and the work is not challenging enough.
Is this a good answer? If I was to give one answer, which one is... "What is the worst part of your job" interview question | Alexander Hamilton | 8 | 33 min 46 sec |
... Company Review: 4C Ventures | 0 | 39 min 14 sec | |
I graduated in May 2012 and I've been working in a Leadership Development Programme at a big bank for the last 10 months in Treasury Product. I am really interested in Investment Banking and am sure I could prove myself given the opportunity. Are there any chances of getting into a program... Too Late To Break In? | scrsk8 | 0 | 48 min 53 sec |
Hello everyone,
Does anyone have anything to share about these... Ares Capital Management - Culture, Status, Word on the Street | kingrudd | 12 | 49 min 52 sec |
Hi Guys,
So I interviewed at GS on Wednesday and they told me it is a very fast moving interview process (it's for a graduate scheme) and I thought the interview went quite well. HR told me that if I get through, the second stage is more interviews and they will be this week.
It's... GS Reply after interview - panic! | bluesofa | 11 | 52 min 26 sec |
Let me preface this by saying that I think learning multiple languages is one of the most important skills a person can develop in life. I myself know a few, and can get by in a few others. Some languages can even make you more employable. According to CNBC, however, <a... Should You Learn Mandarin? Probably Not. | Edmundo Braverman | 65 | 55 min 6 sec |
How does a career in quant research differ from that in quant trading? I had never considered quant research until recently and was wondering if anyone currently in the field could comment on lifestyle, compensation (vs trading), exit opps., etc. I'm particularly interested in hearing about... Quantitative Research vs Trading | wc | 6 | 1 hour 7 min |
A leading investment bank is seeking a first or second year investment banking analyst with prior experience in real estate. Full-time experience a plus, internship experience from investment banking required at a minimum.
The opening is available immediately in New York City. Opportunity to... Job: Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst | 0 | 1 hour 16 min | |
Fellow Primates,
We are looking for 1-2 students on each campus to help WSO in its sales efforts to student clubs/career centers, and overall promotion at your school both online and on the ground. Below is a description of the position and benefits...thanks in advance for your help! <a... WSO is Looking for Campus Reps For Summer/Fall 2013 (and beyond) | WallStreetOasis.com | 104 | 1 hour 18 min |
<strong>Project description: Finance / Wall Street / Business Writer </strong>
We are looking for several talented writers (professionals in the finance industry preferred) to write for WallStreetOasis. There is a list of suggested topics you can choose from but if there is an area of... Be a Wall Street Oasis Contributing Author | AndyLouis | 26 | 1 hour 19 min |
I've seen paper vs. physical energy trading discussed in the past. However, I was wondering what a day in the life would look like mid-career at a BB vs. a Supermajor vs. a Commodity trading house (Glencore, Trafigura,... Energy Trading: BB vs. Supermajor vs. Commodity Trading House | Alexander Supertramp | 8 | 1 hour 28 min |
... Company Compensation: Noble Group | 0 | 1 hour 30 min | |
Global commodity based supply chain... Company: Noble Group | 0 | 1 hour 34 min | |
Can anyone put this in plain English? Trying to figure out how much of the NOLs can be transferred to the acquirer's BS.
"The treatment of a target's tax attributes (e.g. NOL) in an acquisition depends on the tax structure of the deal. Indeed, the target's tax attributes may... NOLs Transfer on LBO? | UK1988User | 0 | 1 hour 35 min |
<em>A stranger is being shown around a village that he has just become a part of. He is shown a well and his guide says: "On any day except Monday, you can shout any question down that well and you'll be told an answer". The man seems pretty impressed, and so he shouts down:... Ask Me Anything: Recruiter from a Consulting Firm | Mark_BR | 90 | 1 hour 36 min |
Left after 2 yrs at a top 3 BB - $20k bonus.
Was stunned on the call - knew I was going to get a low #, but this is a joke. 1st year bonus was $55k.
Anyone have a similar experience? Does it make sense to hire a lawyer? My concern is that I've moved on to another IB.
Checks clear in... Impossibly low bonus | Committee | 64 | 1 hour 48 min |
So I know variants of this have been asked before but I'm hoping for a more direct, general answer. Sorry if this is a repeat.
Is it ever ok to leave test scores off your resume for MBB? Is it ok to have it off the resume but still on the online application form? Is it ever ok to leave it... Test Scores on Resume for MBB | Lerg | 9 | 2 hours 3 min |
Heat or Spurs? What do you guys think about game 1 last... NBA Finals | Beny23 | 109 | 2 hours 8 min |
For those of you analysts that wear glasses or contacts... which of the two would you recommend?
Forget about the way glasses look.... for the purposes of comfort and practicality, are one them easier on the eyes at 2am after staring at a screen for 10 hours? I'm afraid contacts might dry... Glasses or Contacts? | crunkmunky | 8 | 2 hours 32 min |
Hi guys,
Not sure if this is a silly/stupid questions, but it has been constantly on my mind. I am currently interning at an IB (not super prestigious but not boutique either). It has been a great experience as they are really open to teaching.
With this said, what types of mistakes are... Internship experience | js123456789 | 0 | 2 hours 56 min |
I want to buy a Bvlgari, and the prices on Ebay are great. Do you guys think i should pull the trigger and buy the watch, it comes with a box, but does not come with... Would you guys buy an expensive watch from ebay? | bloombergcentral | 5 | 3 hours 5 min |
Fellas - Looking for anyone who has experience working IB in Atlanta or Charlotte. I'm a rising senior and need to start focusing a lot of my energy on FT recruiting. I'm shying away from New York a bit (non-target state school in the south) in hopes that I can end up there at some point.... Charlotte and Atlanta IB | Samwise | 20 | 3 hours 12 min |
I searched the site and realize that most posts about this are very old. I'm looking for current opinions. I've read that people who get into IB through SEO generally get less respect from their peers. My questions are:
1. How do people even know if you got in through SEO or not?
2. Why... Question about SEO | Patrick Mastur | 7 | 3 hours 21 min |
What did you guys think of Man of Steel? I just came back from the newest Superman movie and I must say that I am really disappointed. Let me start off by saying that I am a huge Superman fan and had extremely high hopes. Here are my thoughts:
1. The movie was extremely humorless to the point of... Disappointed with Man of Steel (possible spoilers) | Cliff Paul | 7 | 3 hours 22 min |
What's your... What do you think about day traders? | tradewell12 | 39 | 3 hours 28 min |
Hey all,
Just interested in some feedback about my perception of the true value of pursuing IBD post-MBA. Is it mostly for the exit opportunities/resume boost, or are people really motivated by the money (my impression is that the vast majority of lower/mid level bankers do not "love"... IBD pay ... really that great? | jones2bc | 77 | 3 hours 32 min |
First post on WSO:
Looking to move into RE full time. Some criteria: real estate focus with domestic/international travel involved. Do any positions matching these criteria exist? From what I've read, it sounds like IB RE is office based, as are most other positions. I don't mind long... Real Estate and Travel | casailor | 0 | 3 hours 32 min |
Hey,
I took my GMAT last Friday and scored 690. It is not exactly a great score, but I have decided that I will rather spend my summer writing essays than re-taking the GMAT. In the early fall, I'll submit applications to a number of top 15 schools in the U.S. and maybe also... MBA schools with best social scene | Nordic_banker | 11 | 3 hours 54 min |
Will a low SAT score (2000 - 2100s) hold someone back from top tier PE firms even despite a target undergrad, strong GPA (3.7 - 3.8), and solid BB IBD firm/ group? Just wondering if I should retake the SAT or take the GMAT if that was the case.
Thanks for the help in... SAT scores for PE/HF recruiting | dukebanker12 | 30 | 3 hours 56 min |
Hi everyone,
I got admitted in the MSF programs at Olin and McCombs recently. Both B.schools are well recognized in their respective regions but I am very confused because of the following factors. Any suggestions will be highly appreciated.
I would like to work in IB/ Asset Management. I... McCombs MSF or Olins MSF(corp track) | tahasaleem | 12 | 3 hours 58 min |
So all new users to WSO get 6 free financial modeling lessons, 5 of my best tips for networking and my best tips for interviewing over the first month of being a user.
Tonght I got a response from one of my networking tips e-mails from a slightly older gentleman that is a "financial... Why is this Quant so Angry and So Out of Touch? | WallStreetOasis.com | 17 | 4 hours 1 min |
As summer rolls around, many folks leave the office a little earlier on Thursday or Friday nights to make it out for a cocktail event or weekend away from town. There will be a solid amount of extra-industry networking going on, to say the least. And by that I mean sloppy cocktail parties.
But... Summer Cocktail Events - 5 Tips to Keep the Conversation Flowing | NiuShi | 7 | 4 hours 16 min |
Hi all,
Hoping to get some leads to start networking to land a sweet AM gig out of undergrad. I'm currently a rising junior interning at a very small, but growing AM firm. What are some LA based firms that are considered "Top" and are not opposed to intern--->full-time... Top LA-based Asset Managers | UCLA_Investor | 10 | 4 hours 20 min |
I'm a recent graduate trying to break into asset management and do equity research. In order to stand out, I have been trying to cold email a few analysts/PMs investment write-ups that I've made and asking for feedback, in attempt to stand out.
Unfortunately, I've had little to... cold emailing with investment ideas | excelsior | 4 | 4 hours 21 min |
Hi guys,
In terms of RE career aspects, what do you find more interesting/rewarding/useful for owning properties in future. Why debt? Why Equity? Pros/Cons of the job would also be appreciated. They say the grass is always greener... Which side are you on?? Let the disputes... Debt vs Equity | SuccessIsRevenge | 4 | 4 hours 29 min |
Thank you in advance to those who respond. Ill keep this short - I have two paths I can take: i) stay at my current job in middle market leveraged lending (think NXT, CIT, GE Capital; our products are cash flow loans and revolvers) at a small firm as a generalist looking at every type of business... Please help me decide which offer to take! | TheKid1998 | 6 | 4 hours 38 min |
Hi,
Can anyone advise on the pros / cons of working in a financial sponsor team in B.Bracket investment banking?
Thanks,... Pros / Cons of Financial Sponsor group in IBD | Milton123 | 5 | 4 hours 42 min |
I have a dilemma I'm hoping to get some advice about
I started my job July 2nd of last year. There's a clause in my offer that states if I voluntarily quit my job within a year of my start date I need to return the full amount of the signing bonus. I have accepted a job offer elsewhere... Repayment of sign on bonus? | monkeyattack | 44 | 4 hours 45 min |
Hi
I'm new to this website so I'm just getting used to it's setting and layout.
For a starter I have some questions to inquire about pursuing a Masters degree in either Economics or Econ and Finance. I don't know which would be a better option. It is said that an Econ... Msc in Economics or Msc in Economics and Finance. | Berries Pie | 3 | 4 hours 46 min |
<em>Moderator Note (Andy): ZaZa resides in Abu Dhabi and works as a recruiter for some of the Middle East’s largest sovereign wealth funds and investment banks.</em>
The ultimate and universal question that any recruiter with existing alive candidates gets asked everyday – should... The importance of the letters behind your name | ZaZa | 7 | 5 hours 7 min |
I've seen quite a few, what do you think are the... Best Wall Street movies? | Prospect022 | 18 | 5 hours 7 min |
Thoughts on this? Heister brings up a good question: <em>"Who else is going to the job? Which senior Goldman partner is planning on retiring and needs to shield millions in stock options from taxes?"</em>
via Bloomberg:
<strong>Obama Says Bernanke Has Been at Fed... Bye Bye Bernanke? Who Would Be Next? | bernankefied | 26 | 5 hours 9 min |
<em>Andy note: I'd like to introduce Zaza, one of the newest members of our contributing author team. After doing time, ZaZa escaped the Investment Banking Department of a Top Tier Bank on a one-way flight to Colombia. Since then she went around the world, indulged and learned some other... When all else fails, try the Middle East | ZaZa | 30 | 5 hours 10 min |
... Company Compensation: Deloitte | 0 | 5 hours 11 min | |
<em>Andy note: ZaZa resides in Abu Dhabi and works as a recruiter for some of Middle East’s largest sovereign wealth funds and investment banks.</em>
Let’s start with the basics – it’s not like in the US. It’s not like in Europe. The process sounds vaguely similar, the... How to get hired in the Middle East | ZaZa | 48 | 5 hours 16 min |
This is what I've been hearing. An acquaintance from college recently left because apparently the firm is getting crushed, losing money on all of their core businesses: equities, FX, and rates. It's surprising to hear since Allston was touted as the "next getco/jump."... Is Allston Trading falling apart? | mbavsmfin | 1 | 5 hours 21 min |
Hey again WSO,
I'm not sure many of you will remember me but I posted this thread (http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/feels-like-i%E2%80%99m-writing-my-own-obituary%E2%80%A6) back in November '12. I can't even begin to believe it's been over 6 months.
Anyway as an... Time to get a job! - Daily Coldcall Log (and 7 month update from bad depression) | proxyaccount | 42 | 5 hours 21 min |
Hello, long time lurker first time poster.
With the exception of a M&I article and the whirlpool forums there doesn't appear to be a lot of online literature about IB in Australia. I'm a penultimate year student about to start apply for SA positions in Sydney and was curious about... IB in Australia | YoungHoe | 1 | 5 hours 23 min |
As a masters student in Melbourne hoping for a summer internship, just curious to how many other Australians are using Wall Street Oasis? specifically... Australian WSOers | bricktopbruise | 3 | 5 hours 31 min |
... Company Compensation: A.T. Kearney | 0 | 5 hours 40 min | |
I've been lurking around here for quite some time; I finally decided to sack up, join, and post.
My goal is to eventually find my way to MBB. I have done some extensive searches on the site and have never been able to get a solid answer on this in particular.
I graduated last year from... Next Steps to Land at MBB | squatz | 3 | 5 hours 43 min |
I have been travelling between New York and Boston for two years. In that time, I have mastered the Boston-New York commute. Do you want to know the best Manhattan SPG hotel in Summer? Sheraton Tribeca because of the rooftop platinum lounge and frequent upgrades to terraced rooms. Worst time to... Consulting Travel Perks’ Dollar Value | Ppandey | 3 | 5 hours 44 min |
Hi Guys,
So I've received an offer for the PB Analyst program at JPM. As you can imagine, I am unbelievably happy and nervous about this new chapter in my life.
I was wondering if anyone on this forum could give me some personal experience stories and advice relating to the actual... Advice for new upcoming PB Analyst at JPM | JeanMazpo | 3 | 5 hours 56 min |
just... don't get into IB, what have you resorted to? | jasper90 | 5 | 5 hours 59 min |
Are there any other programs, like Barclays bootcamp who haven't had the application deadline pass? ... programs like the Barclays Bootcamp | jasper90 | 1 | 5 hours 59 min |
... delete | jasper90 | 2 | 6 hours 35 sec |
I got a first round interview coming up with AllianceBernstein for the Asset Allocation Associate Rotational Program. I've been prepping my fit questions and the basic allocation models I learned from my classes--efficient frontiers, risk, etc., but I'm nervous that I'll be asked... AllianceBernstein asset allocation | JenGoesBananas | 3 | 6 hours 1 min |
... delete | jasper90 | 8 | 6 hours 2 min |
... wrong forum | jasper90 | 4 | 6 hours 3 min |
Pros and cons of each?
Both seem like good programs but I'm a Georgia Resident so tuition for Georgia Tech would be about 20,000 compared to the 60,000 for Michigan.
I've been accepted to UMichigan's MFE program and have just submitted my GTech application. Is all that extra... Georgia Tech QCF vs University of Michigan's MFE | powerpsi | 4 | 6 hours 9 min |
... ignore | jasper90 | 2 | 6 hours 11 min |
Seeing these threads on WSO and the comments basically saying that the trading industry is contradicting, and will be pretty much "nowhere" in ten years time (compared to other industries) with these kind of regulations I am getting more and more unsure if I really want to pursue a career... Is trading in fact "dead"? | thestockwalker | 99 | 6 hours 17 min |
dont do... Expected GPA dilemma | jasper90 | 7 | 6 hours 22 min |
longer... question | jasper90 | 7 | 6 hours 23 min |
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-discount
For those of you thinking of an MBA with admissions... Ask Alex at MBA Apply | WallStreetOasis.com | 1057 | 6 hours 23 min |
What can an analyst with a CFA expect to make in median... What can an ANALYST expect to make in median salary? | dickenscharles741 | 19 | 6 hours 24 min |
Hi, I am working at a small regional M&A office and I am creating a database for all potential firms who have reached out to our office. I am using tons of VBA coding (granted a lot of code is online, I just have to make some tweaks) to make the database more effective and easier for the MDs ... How should I list this on my resume? | jasper90 | 5 | 6 hours 26 min |
