hey, after getting my bachelor, do i need any other certifications like CFA etc. to be in investment banking (m&a) or hedge funds or can i just continue right after college?
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I did my CFA level 1 after I started working.
It would add "some bonus points" when recruiting, but doubt it would be groundbreaking. gpa, college brand and you are more important.
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