Advice for transferring to better schools
hey guys,
I've accepted my offer to Ted Rogers School of management at TMU. I know that for high finance it's generally recommended to go somewhere like ivey or smith but I didn't apply there because i wanted to be close to my family for personal reasons. However I did get into Waterloo AFM. Unfortunately, I was experiencing a lot of personal issues and because of that my calculus grade was pretty bad so I didn't pass the conditional requirement for that course. I want to break into high finance (IB, management consulting at mbb, equity research, etc) and I just thought to ask for advice from everyone about what they would do in my position. I know that while it is possible, my chances of breaking into high finance from ted rogers are absolutely abysmal, so I was thinking of trying to transfer to a better program (such as the 3 programs I have already mentioned). Other than that any other advice you guys could impart to me?
Thank you all so much for reading and I would really appreciate any advice.
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Steps for Transferring:
Maintain High GPA:
Network Effectively:
Join Relevant Clubs:
Prepare a Solid Story:
Research Transfer-Friendly Schools:
Get Strong Recommendations:
Additional Advice:
Summer Analyst Positions:
Consider Delaying Graduation:
Extracurricular Activities:
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Conclusion:
Transferring to a better school can significantly improve your chances of breaking into high finance. Focus on maintaining a high GPA, networking, and building a strong application. Remember, persistence and strategic planning are key.
Good luck with your journey into high finance!
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Thank you for the reply it contained lots of useful info i appreciate it. With regards to your previous reply, no, unfortunately they don't allow people to upgrade their courses through summer school. I would most likely have to transfer to another school for finance or, less ideally, another program at the same school (TMU is just a mediocre school in general tbh so i rly dont want to stay here.) Due to my circumstances, the admission committee at UWaterloo accepted me to arbus, but I didn't accept their offer because it's basicaly just an arts program with some fluff business courses here and there. in the field of business only, most ppl that graduate from arbus go on to work in usually either marketing or hr, and I want to pursue a career in finance. If I do complete my degree at TMU Business Management, idek if i would be able to take the cfa exam or if it would be a longer process. I am also interested in a career in law as an alternative to high finance (basically unless i break into hf thats the plan), so if I do finish my schooling at TMU business, I'd probably have to do law school because although a career in hf is technically possible from trsm business, keep in mind that its not even from trsm finance anc accounting, so it would be as close to impossible as one could get. thanks once again
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