Trying to Break into IB / M&A / PE / HF – Any Tips?
Hey guys, I’m a second-year Economics student from Italy, currently trying to figure out the best way to break into finance – especially Investment Banking (with a strong interest in M&A), Private Equity, or maybe even Hedge Funds down the line.
I’ve started following markets daily, learning basic modeling, and joining finance-related communities to gain more exposure. Still, it’s not easy to navigate the path when you’re not in a UK/US target school.
For context, I hold Italian, American, and British citizenship, so I’m pretty flexible in terms of relocation and open to international opportunities.
Would love to hear from anyone who’s been through this: • What actually helped you land your first interviews/offers? • Any certifications, competitions, or projects that made a difference? • How did you build connections if you weren’t coming from a target school?
Really appreciate any advice or feedback – thanks a lot in advance!
Exercitationem dolore quis in omnis est sit nobis. Voluptatibus soluta molestias et provident. Et magnam qui excepturi quibusdam.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...
Impedit tempora facilis sed eum voluptas. Inventore ducimus modi nisi repudiandae incidunt quae. Velit voluptatem reiciendis assumenda delectus aut dolor dolorem quod.
Odit et aut ratione omnis eaque voluptatibus et voluptatem. In iusto debitis sed a rerum officia. Explicabo dolorem blanditiis ipsa dolore facilis rerum ipsum.