Hi guys,
I'm currently choosing between Credit Suisse IBCM, Morgan Stanley GCM and Goldman IMD for a summer analyst position in Singapore.
Thoughts much appreciated. I go to a target Ivy and have 0 finance background.
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Depends on what you want to do. CS SG is a generalist role that includes both M&A advisory and ECM/DCM (correct me if I'm wrong). Will expose you to industries/countries across SEA at the top BB for SEA work. This would be my pick among the three. If you are deadset on GCM and prioritize firm prestige then MS is a solid option, though be aware that if you're considering exit opps in SEA buyside firms are aware of CS's dominance in the region and will also discount GCM.
GS IMD is an entirely different position so think about whether you want to do IB or IM. GS SG is a tiny office so something to consider as well.
Hi! thanks for the input. So in terms of exit opps, I'm not sure if I'm still thinking of staying in SEA. I might go back to school for an MBA and see how things go from there. So i guess the thing to consider here is really just between CS IBCM and MS GCM since I don't think GS IMD is really for me. Would firms outside SEA really care that CS is strong in APAC considering that MS is a stronger brand than CS?
CS ultimately is a BB that has strong global name recognition at the end of the day, but outside of SEA MS does have a definite edge in brand name and if you're a strong performer FT may provide an opportunity for move to NY/LDN/HK office after a couple years. B-schools probably won't care about M&A vs. ECM/DCM as much as they will about firm name, but the quality of deals you do and how well your role aligns with your "story" may also be a factor.
I don't know how strong MS GCM is in SEA tbh or what exact criteria B-schools look for when looking at candidates with finance research so would suggest you do some further research if MBA is definitely something you're targeting.
Can confirm CS Singapore is generalist between advisory / cap markets
would that be better than MS GCM?
CS for sg office
any particular reasons?
Ibcm also does regional coverage right? Coverage banking learns a broader skill set
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