Multi-Asset Strategy --> Specific Asset Class.. Is it Doable?

Currently an analyst at a boutique working on a multi-asset strategy team. While its interesting to research and understand asset classes from a broad top-down perspective, I think I'm getting to the point where I'd like to branch out and specialize in a particular asset class (i.e. equity or credit). I still have limited experience under my belt (~1 yr on the job after graduating from a semi-target, and passing CFA L1 last June).

So my questions are: How doable is it do make this move, and would it warrant moving to the sell-side? Would it require me to re-brand myself by acquiring an MBA? How would potential employers view me?

 

Hi fintechman15, the silence is deafening, sorry about that.... Any of the threads below helpful?

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  • Big 4 Consulting > Top MBA > BB IBD Doable? think guys, is this doable? Any input would be greatly appreciated! <p class ... a few questions for the community: 1) I hear it is very hard to switch both industry and function after ... in finance and a 3.94 GPA recently. Interned on the sales and trading side junior year (school is ...
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