What types of exit opps are there for tech investment bankers? Not only limited to PE - eg what type of corp strat jobs are options/how does banking help you get non-finance jobs? Also, is it possible to switch from PE to Corp Strat (eg. would you need an MBA, start from the most junior level, etc)?
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You would not need an MBA to jump from the buy-side to corporate strategy and/or development as many individuals, especially at large tech companies, understand the quality and relevancy of one’s work experience having worked in banking or on the buy-side.
In terms of exit opportunities, corporate development’s would mirror those of other coverage groups. For a tech banker, especially at a bulge bracket, think about the largest tech companies out in Seattle and San Francisco. Many of these groups are led by former senior bankers, especially at Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Microsoft, and Facebook. It should go without saying that these firms are quite busy within the acquisition space.