Advice for Msc choice
Hey guys,
im approaching the end of my Economics/finance Bsc in italy, and i am having lots of problems choosing a master degree. I am generally a very curious person interested in the most diverse topics from statistics to economics including a fair bit of math, but i dont really hate more finance oriented exams.
During my bsc i studied a lil bit of everything on the more quantitaive side:financial math, time series analysis, statistical learning ecc, on the economic side just the usual micro and macro, and finally corporate finance and others in regards to the tipical "finance" exams.
TBH i dont want to loose any sort of opportunities, i want to be the more open as possible in regars to the job market since im not sure about what i really "love" and what i just "like", (only think i know, i hate accounting, LOL).
So im looking for something that can get me into IBD(or adjacent "finance jobs), but at the same time S&T, and even more qunt focused roles. (just to explain in a simplistc way)
I know thats a pretty broad spectrum. That is the problem that i am facing.
Any suggestions? (i thought something alongside Econometrics could be a great idea)
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some tailored suggestions for your MSc choice given your broad interests and career aspirations:
1. Top MSc Programs in Europe for Broad Opportunities
2. Programs with Flexibility Across Finance and Quant Roles
3. For Econometrics and Broader Quantitative Focus
4. Key Considerations
5. Final Thoughts
Good luck with your decision! Let me know if you'd like more specific insights on any of these programs.
Sources: Complete European master guide for S&T/Quant position, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/school/complete-european-master-guide-for-stquant-position?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/school/dilemma-quantitative-finance-vs-finance?customgpt=1
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I would prioritise the prestige of the university, as a top-tier institution offers significantly more flexibility. For instance, graduates from non-finance courses at LSE frequently land highly competitive finance roles. Depending on your specific interests, a Master's in Economics or Management (along with flexibility in optional modules) should provide exactly what you are looking for
Some people in your same industry told me that an economics (on the quantitative side)/ econometrics, is not very good, because i would get into some non prestigious “quant positions” like risk. And that’s the usuale outcome of those programs. This Guy is also a VP in a BB bank
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