Recent graduate hoping to go into IB - Can WSO Academy Help?
Background: Class of 2024 grad from a midwest target. As a freshman, I was aiming for IB and completed internships at a search fund and with a private equity firm, but lost interest and pivoted to consulting instead during sophomore year, a decision I regret given the poor state the consulting market later descended into.
Current Situation: Now, I just started a job in economic consulting but want to break into IB. I have some relevant experience (search fund internship and PE internship from underclassmen years) and do some financial modeling in my current job, though it's not focused on transaction advisory. I've been casually applying to entry-level/recent grad jobs over the last year, and occasionally landed a few interviews at low-profile PE and GE firms and low-profile hedge funds based on my resume alone, without networking. Didn't convert beyond the first rounds though.
Questions:
1. Is it viable for me to get into IB as a recent grad given my background?
2. Since I'm late to the game and considering the current state of the market, I'm looking at programs like Wall Street Oasis Academy and Wall Street Mastermind (didn't get the job-placement or money back guarantee, which is why I'm hesitant). Would these programs be effective for breaking in as a recent grad?
3. Would applying for a MFin or MSF right now give me another recruitment pipeline (most are one year so don't have a summer for internship, so I doubt it)? Or is getting an MBA three years from now my best hope?
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights and advice for your situation:
1. Viability of Getting into IB as a Recent Grad from a Target School
2. Effectiveness of Programs like WSO Academy
Alternative Path: MBA
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By leveraging these resources and strategies, you can improve your chances of breaking into investment banking as a recent graduate.
Sources: Failed to "Break In" at my MBA Program - Next Steps?, What should I do over the next 3-5 years to improve my chances of an M7 B-School Admit?, What I've learned so far after 1 yr at a top MBA program (If I could do it over):, To anyone considering an MBA, Recent grad, super lost. Can anyone give advice/help me choose between an MBA, JD, or MA?
Bump. Any advice is appreciated
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