Breaking into HF: M&A + CFA + MFin

Hey guys,

I currently have 3 years in M&A (Corp Dev).

Passed CFA L2 and thinking in getting a Masters in Finance in LBS.

Having 4 years of experience in M&A, completing CFA and the Masters degree could help to get into a competitive Hedge Fund?

Thanks

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