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Sophomore SA
Hi all, Im pretty new to WSO and IB in general but I would love to get some advice. I recently started applying to a bunch of banks for their 2021 SA internships, but I am not really sure what to expect. If anyone could help me out, whether it be looking at my stats or resume, I would really love...
Can I apply to a Summer Internship position as well as to a New Analyst/New Associate position?
I'm a graduate student in a one year program, but I don't have previous experiences in IB , so I wanted to get an internship first, but I don't know if I can do so since the program is only one year instead of two.
SMU Cox School of Business vs Notre Dame Economics
Hi everyone, I am a rising sophomore at SMU. I am currently vacillating between transferring to Notre Dame as an economics major or staying at SMU. Here's how I see it: At SMU I have already built up a network, I have mentors, I have 2 leadership positions, and I have a 3.925 GPA. I know that I'm at...
Listing extenuating circumstances in job application?
Hi guys, Wanted to keep this quick but I'm an incoming junior at a target school hoping to break into banking this year. I have one internship under my belt from a national well-known manufacturing company in a general FP&A role, which I actually managed to complete virtually last summer while going...
Fund Management Associate
I am interviewing with a private credit fund in New York for a "Fund Management Associate", the organization also has regular "Associates" but I am still struggling with the difference between the two. Does anyone know what the true differences in these roles are? The more I dig into it, it seems...
Deal Flow: Does it Really Matter?
Going through summer 2021 recruiting as a semi-target and seeing a huge gap between what people are saying on deal flow between certain middle markets and BBs . I know the bigger firms usually get much better/more diverse deal flow, but at the end of the day how does this change the experience...
Investment Banks with a sustainable/green focus?
What are some investment banks that are dedicated or specialize in areas like clean technology, green energy, sustainable businesses, etc.? Nomura Greentech and Green Investment Group ( Macquarie ) are two big ones but are there others? What is it like working for one of those banks as opposed to...
Will most of the 2021 full-time recruiting take place internally?
Asking this mainly because of the whole pandemic situation and how will this affect full-time recruiting timeline/sources for banks. More specifically, will it be challenging for people who graduated in 2020, have worked a full year as a full-time analyst with a bank and are looking to switch to a...
How to be appreciative and stop comparing with others?
I really struggle with this. I oscillate between feeling thankful that I'm doing very well in absolute terms and then feeling crappy because I feel like I have the potential to be doing better (working at a more prestigious or well-paying firm). When I'm on my deathbed, I know I'm not going to be...
Background Check on Scam Company
Hello everyone, I recently got accepted to a BB bank and I could not be more excited. I read online that background checks can be incredibly thorough. The issue is I contributed to a scam company called New York International Capital. It was an unpaid internship, but work was given to us and it was...
Employment Dates Messed Up
I got an offer to work at a BB and I realized my resume has somewhat of a mistake. I worked at a company from December-January paid but my resume says Nov-Feb because was doing some work during November and Feb unpaid. My tax returns only have me working from Dec-Jan but if they call my reference...
CFA Level One In College
Hey Everyone, I was wondering if it is beneficial to take the CFA level one in college. I want to go into PE and will be interning for a BB next summer 2021. I was thinking about taking the CFA level one to add to my overall resume. Would this help me when it comes to PE recruitment or just help in...
Must Haves in IB
Thinking about the things you can’t live without doing IB or the things that make your life easier. Like an Apple Watch? Or a great bag? Do you guys have any advice on what’s a must buy “school supply”?
Reaching out to MD= Kiss of Death?
Hi all. Just wanted to get your honest opinion. I submitted my resume materials to an IB job two weeks ago and have not heard back. Since submitting them, I have connected with a few analysts at the company and the person who previously held the position, just to get a feel for the interview process...
Career Advice - Engineer to High Finance
Any advice/similar experiences would be awesome. Love this forum and as an engineer who wanted to get into banking out of college, this place helped me a ton. Thanks ya'll!
Trump H1B Visa Ban
Anyone have any clue if his ban will actually last until the end of the year and if Canadians fall under this umbrella?
BB Bonuses 2020
Hi Everyone, I know that there have been multiple discussions about bonuses, but they all seem to be filled with spam. I am seeing people say that they are receiving $0 bonuses as first year analysts at BofA , MS, JPM , UBS , CS , Citi . Is this true? What was your bonus this year? If you haven't...
Any open positions for SA?
Know a lot of banks ( BB , EB , etc) opened and some closed their apps. Was wondering which ones are still open and already closed
Citi 2020 major hub "Guaranteed" return offer discussion thread
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Credit Suisse IBD SA 2021: Offers
Has anyone received 2021 IBD SA offers from CS this week? Had a superday on 06/24, waiting to hear back...
How to avoid thinking about super day decision
Find out about a superday decision Friday and I can't avoid thinking about it, also that will determine whether or not I transfer. How do I avoid not going crazy?
Potential M&A Deals - Seeking suggestions
Hi All, I am seeking interesting potential M&A acquirer and target pairings that would be used for a buyside M&A case study. Please leave your thoughts below and would appreciate any rationale provided as well. Thanks.
BofA: Healthcare vs. C&R
Hey Everyone, The strongest alumni connects I have are from C&R and HC at BofA . Can you guys please speak on any insight you have about these groups. From them I heard you can expect to work long hours in both compared to other coverage groups. How do exit ops and culture compare between the two?...
From Mutual Fund Sales to IB?
Hey guys. I wanted to consult your wisdom/experiences with career change to ask if anyone has experience or perspective on going from mutual fund sales rep to investment banking? I ask because I have developed a strong interest in pursuing IB , but have had all financial industry experience from...
Will an internship in a big automotive company help my resume stand out?
Hi everyone, I just got an offer for a summer internship at a big Italian/german automotive company (well known all around the world for their fast cars). They basically told me that I could choose any business division I would like to work in. I just finished my bachelor degree (Bocconi uni) and I...
Which offer would you take and why?
SA 2021: have two exploding offers and not sure which one to take. BAML Levfin v CVP Healthcare. Both in NYC . Got accelerated for both through network/diversity events.
Best FIG Groups (NYC)
Does anyone know which BB 's have the best FIG groups on the street? Heard some mixed things and would love to get some insights on them all
Tell Me About Yourself Critique
Any feedback very appreciated I’m originally from _____ and growing up developed an interest in finance because my dad loved watching Mad Money with Jim Cramer and I found his show pretty entertaining so I started paper trading . I also became interested in computer science through high school. So...
2021 iBanking Internships
Hello-- Hope everyone's doing well! I'll keep this short. Basically, I want to get into iBanking (M&A) and I'm willing to put my back into it--not afraid of losing sleep or a social life. Please respond with suggestions to improve my candidacy for internships. I realize it will be really, really...
What to do being an International Student in a Non-Target Canadian School? Should I do any online courses?
Hello, I am a 19 years old Brazilian studying finance in Canada. The dream is to work in IB or VC in New York. However, I am unsure of what I should do to get there... should I take online courses (WSO, TTS , BIWS ) or should I try looking into getting other things such as ARGUS or SERIES 7 OR 63? I...
Centerview SF vs Moelis SF vs Lazard NY
Hey everyone, Curious to hear what you all would choose in this situation. Appreciate all and any insight.
Lack of grade - intern
Hey, new user here! Since my university canceled summative exams due to COVID this year I will not have any grade on my transcript. What should I put on my CV or in the application forms when they ask about my grade? Thanks
Recent Deals UBS has Advised on
Hi. Does anyone know of any recent transactions UBS has worked on? I couldn't find anything online and could really use the assistance before my informational call with an analyst tommorow
JPM vs LAZARD vs GS - Investment Banking in Argentina
Hey, I'm currently a Junior at a "target" university in Argentina, and I'm considering the possibility of working in IB here in Argentina (Analyst years) at one of these 3 Banks: JPM , Lazard , or GS , which are known for having the largest IB teams in Argentina. Even though the majority of the IB...
Tips for incoming summer analyst in Corporate Banking?
Title says it all. I'll be entering the corporate banking division (under CIB) of a BB soon, any tips on how I can prepare for the virtual internship? Whether it be books to read, more financial modeling courses , etc Any advice would be gladly appreciated.
Finding buyers for lower middle market companies?
This question is for those of you that actively seek out buyers and market your clients for sale. How do you get started on the process? For context, I'm on the valuation and transaction advisory team at an accounting firm. We typically advise clients on the reasonability of offers they receive and...
Evercore Pays Junior Bankers Not to Work This Summer
Hi all, As some of you may know Evercore is paying its junior bankers to defer their employment. $15K to start in January 2021 and $25K to start in summer 2021. What are your thoughts in this and what you go unemployed until next year?
Transfer Agency - Exit Opps
There hasn't been much discussion about Transfer Agency exit opps. Does anyone know if there is some potential to lateral from an entry level role (working as a transfer agency analyst) to an investment-focused role?
When are bankers returning to the office?
Hi everyone, Just wanted to get some insights/opinions/insider information on: - When are bankers returning to the office? - How long is WFH going to last? I think many incoming analysts and/or junior level bankers would like to get at least an idea. Thanks a lot!
Mention Political Engagement on Resume?
Hi Guys! I was wondering if, when applying for IBs in London for SA , I should add to my CV that I engage in a political party. Background Information: I stood as regional candidate for the party. I am not from the UK, and the party is (obviously) not active in the UK. The party is not radically...
Toxic boss in M&A Boutique: get bonus and run or jump ship immediately?
Hi there, I am 21 years old who has just finished their undergraduate studies and had always had in my mind to jump ship to a better firm as soon as the opportunity arises. However, the boss and the person in question who hired me, has been highly manipulative from the start, including delaying my...
Master's for IB Career
Hi, I am an Indian student applying to UK universities for MSc in Finance. Right now I hold an Offer from University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde and Queen Mary University London. I would be grateful if anyone could help me decide what to pick by answering which college gives me a better...
What role do investment banking verticals play in recruiting?
Do internship programs (or even analyst recruiting) for investment banks (specifically BB) accept a larger pool of people and then randomly assign them to different industry groups? Can one specifically target opportunities in certain verticals such as healthcare? I am asking because my major (at a...
The Transformed Workplace in IB After COVID19
How do you guys think the workplace in investment banking will change after things maybe get back to normal? I know some industries expect more flexibility in terms of allowing some employees to WFH on some days and come in on others. Since IB is unique in the way of analysts roles, do you think...
US MFIN programs that place into IB for internationals?
So I'm a current Canadian high school senior, and I am going to be enrolling at a UK target uni for accounting and finance. However, my end goal would be to work in the finance sector in NYC . I don't want to be a quant, so are there any masters in finance programs that place into IB in NYC , or...
GLOBAL AGENT RECRUITMENT for NEEBANK - THE DIGITAL BANK *
During its process of NEEBank's official launch at the end of 2020 (in Dubai) and its official operation at the beginning of 2021, NEEBank is proud to announce its recruitment of Agents all over the world. NEEBank is a digital bank based in Dubai (the UAE), India and Singapore. It's the first...
7 Steps to Become a Millionaire during COVID-19 with NEEBANK
HOW TO BECOME A MILLIONAIRE DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 7 steps to become a USDex millionaire with NEEBank (1) 1 USDex - Register with Ecotouch wallet (2) 10 USDex - Learn the project (3) 100 USDex - Minimum investment (4) 1.000 USDex - Share to 10 people (5) 10.000 USDex - Spread in the communities of...
Issues with Taking an Internship Before Starting Full-Time?
I am scheduled to start full-time in July at an Elite Boutique in their M&A team but there's a chance I can work in a buy-side role (PE or Infrastructure Investing) for a couple months before I start my FT job. I was wondering are there any compliance or legal issues with me working a summer job in...
In need of Advice
Hello fellow monkeys I am attempting to enter into IB preferably in London. I am currently working for the T.A.S. department of an accountancy firm in Greece, I have an MSc in Finance form Alliance Manchester Business School (graduated 2019) and my undergrad was in Greece. How can i boost my chances...
Becoming an agent of NEEBank is a business opportunity without capital
You’re interested in doing business but you’re having very little initial capital. Have you ever heard of a business in which you need no initial capital? Is it real? You love communicating with people, why don’t you think of making it a business of your own? Even if you’re not good at a...
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