What are the best pathways to enter into a CDS HF ?

Do you think Credit Research, LevFin, DCM or all credit-related desk could be right choices ?

What is the perfect career track in order to get sufficient skill sets and then apply for CDS HF ?

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Do you think CFA will be also helpful in order to get a job in Credit Research ?

 
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