Corporate Banking exit opps?

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some realistic and common exit opportunities from corporate banking, even if you're at a non-BB but large balance sheet bank:

1. Debt Investing:

   • Private credit funds
   • Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs)
   • Other credit funds

2. Investment Banking (IB):

   • Transitioning to IB roles is possible, especially if you develop strong relationships with industry coverage, capital markets, syndication, and M&A groups.

3. Corporate Development and Corporate Finance:

   • Roles in corporate finance and treasury are common, especially at the analyst/associate level.

4. Private Equity (PE):

   • Some corporate banking professionals move into PE, particularly those with strong analytical and deal structuring skills.

5. Management Consulting:

   • Consulting roles, especially those focused on financial services or corporate strategy, can be a viable exit.

6. Business School:

   • Pursuing an MBA can open up further opportunities in various fields, including higher-level finance roles.

7. Treasurer and CFO Roles:

   • At the VP level and above, exits to treasurer roles, sometimes even CFO roles, are common.

8. Other Banks:

   • Moving to other banks, including BBs, for similar or more advanced roles.

Remember, exit opportunities depend significantly on your personal efforts, networking, and the relationships you build within your current role.

Sources: BB Corporate Banking Exit Opps?, 2017 Commercial/Corporate Banking Bonuses, An Overview of Corporate Banking, 2017 Commercial/Corporate Banking Bonuses, Exit opps for corporate strategy