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I am currently working as a Geophysict in O & G service firm, working towards my CFA level 1 and like to know what packages I should expect if I am doing transition from technical to finance. (Just curious if i expect a cut from current compensation)

Here is my profile Around :28 year

In terms of Finance: 1. Preparing for CFA level1 2. Taking Wall street prep premium course...(will sit for certification in two months )

Technical 1. Master in Geophysics, Bachelor in Engineering Geology

work ex : 2 year work ex in Gas Hydrate and Mining sector in Asia 1 year Work ex in Geophysics in Calgary, Canada

current compensation 80k$ + bonus

Looking to get in : PE, ER, M & A

Thanks

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I would say expect a salary cut or if you're good at marketing yourself you can keep the same pay. Having specific knowledge in geophysics will make you valuable and it'll probably be easy to land a job once you have CFA I or II.

energyanalystHello guys !

Like to have a view on my profile :

I am currently working as a Geophysict in O & G service firm, working towards my CFA level 1 and like to know what packages I should expect if I am doing transition from technical to finance. (Just curious if i expect a cut from current compensation)

Here is my profile Around :28 year

In terms of Finance: 1. Preparing for CFA level1 2. Taking Wall street prep premium course...(will sit for certification in two months )

Technical 1. Master in Geophysics, Bachelor in Engineering Geology

work ex : 2 year work ex in Gas Hydrate and Mining sector in Asia 1 year Work ex in Geophysics in Calgary, Canada

current compensation 80k$ + bonus

Looking to get in : PE, ER, M & A

Thanks

 

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