New to all this...
Hello everyone
I will try and keep this short. My name is Jack I'm 24 from NJ, I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences. I am looking for some advice on how to get into the finance world. I found WSO by searching the web for how to get into finance, and I was directed here.
I guess a little backstory would be helpful. I grew up in a middle class blue collar family and was never exposed to anyone who worked in the business world, therefore when I went to college b-school wasn't even a thought in my mind. Fast forward a few years and I have inherited some money from a long dead relative. I immediately put the money into a portfolio with my bank. I've seen a good return so far, but not understanding what is being done with my money bothers me. So I started doing some basic research into finance, and learning this stuff really interests me.
As I said studying different aspects of finance really interests me. But now I don't know how to start a career in that field. Should I go back and get a BA in business/finance/econ? Or should I move forward and try to get into a masters program in finance/banking? Or should I try and get an entry level job and work my way up?
Really confused right now on which path to take, and IDK anyone personally to ask about this.
I'd greatly appreciate any advice!
~Jack
welcome aboard Jack, read all of the FAQs and stuff Patrick has put up so you know a bit about the industry, what everything is, etc. read the top comments & threads of all time, and use the search function for questions you might have (things like "what is equity research?" have been answered 100x).
also, refine your story a bit. what about finance interests you? why do you want to do it?
FWIW, I think it's pointless to get 2 bachelors, I have a social sciences degree and it's not a death sentence, just means you have to network harder. a finance degree will not make a lick of difference long term in my opinion, your employer will teach you what you need to know.
best of luck and don't hesitate to pose questions and share success stories with us.
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