Masters of Finance Programs
Hey everyone,
I am having trouble figuring out whether or not to do an MS of Finance program after I finish my undergrad. I am double majoring in Finance and Accounting. I go to an average university (better known for its football in the 90's...) and carry a 3.54 GPA (Fin GPA- 4.0, Accting GPA- 3.95). I took the GMAT a month ago and got a 690 (46 Quant).
I have always been interested in starting a career in S&T or maybe Consulting with a top firm. Since the companies I am interested in won't come to my University, I figured I would try to get into an MS Finance program. I would rather do another year in school and get a great job than leave after undergrad and get an okay job.
The schools I would like to attend are LSE Msc Finance and Economics, Duke MMS, or Vandy MSF. In that order. I wanted to know everyone's thoughts on my chances of getting into those schools with my current academic standing. Should I take the GMAT again? Any advice or tips to make me more attractive to the schools before applying in the fall?
Any feedback would be really appreciated. Thanks everyone!
LSE maybe tough. Vandy and Duke, pretty good shot at both. GMAT is fine, above both their average. GPA is decent, about average for these schools. This year will be cutting it close, but if you get an app in now you should catch the deadline.
why not try and get a job in ST or consulting without getting the MSF first? seems like pretty strong numbers if u have any decent internship exp u should get a few looks.... and in the meantime apply to those schools anyway and make the decision when you actually have to make a choice.
LSE will be tough with that GMAT. Look into the Accounting & Finance Master there.
I would try and work for a year. Go into PWM or something. Make a little cash, get licensed, build up your network an then do it. Your real late in the cycle now. Your stats are solid though.
came across this decison last year- you don't need an MS..I was in the same boat (school, gpa, etc).
(penn state?)
Anyway, keep networking, get any job in finance, and you'll get in if you want it.
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