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Georgetown University Online MSF
Business School and GMATBooyah! Georgetown just announced that they are starting an online MSF. I would imagine this is the first step towards offering an on campus version. This is great news for anyone looking for a remote education and will compete nicely with the Indiana pro ...
167 comments6 Jun 2017 - TNA
MSF Class of 2016
Business School and GMATOk guys, building on my post last year, I wanted to start something for this years applicants. Anyone applying this year, with a 2015 start and 2016 graduation, feel free to post your profile, ask questions or just add some comments. Looking to help and g ...
718 comments28 Sep 2014 - TNA
Comprehensive US MSF Ranking
Business School and GMATSince there is not a ranking of US MSFs I elected to make one. I'd like to thank ANT/TNA for his great list on MSFHQ.com it is an invaluable resource for anyone considering an MSF. This is a work in progress and I welcome any feedback. This is just m ...
355 comments18 Aug 2016 - guyfromct
Where are you in for MSF/MFE/MiMs?
Business School and GMATSince someone started an MBA thread, I figure that I might as well start one for MSF /MFE/MiMs. I was wondering where people have heard back from. I'm in at Duke MMS, Wake MA and the Ohio State SMF. MSF Duke MMS MIM ...
259 comments22 Dec 2012 - guyfromct
2014 MSF Class Thread
Business School and GMATHey everyone. Figured I would create a Class of 2014 thread for everyone thinking about applying for next years MSF programs. Good place to ask questions, compare profiles and meet others who are applying. MSF Master in Finance Class of 2014 ...
86 comments2 Sep 2012 - TNA
The M.B.A. degree used to be a sure thing, but today it may be becoming obsolete. T-Rex with a busted ankle, hobbling towards the Cenozoic. How quickly the world can change... Not too long ago, with a Top 5-10 M.B.A. in tow, you could write your own ticke ...
61 comments28 Aug 2010 - Midas Mulligan Magoo
OHIO STATE MSF
Business School and GMATI have heard a little bit about this program and the website looks good as far as courses go. However, I did not have any luck finding placement info or alumni base. Does anyone know anything about the Presence of Ohio State in the North East or where gra ...
57 comments25 Oct 2017 - Higheck123
Whenever I read about the MSF on WSO I often see people commenting on it that have no idea what they are talking about. So I wanted to write this blog post to clear up some myths. My MSF experience is at the Villanova/Washington University/Vanderbilt/UT-A ...
54 comments9 Nov 2012 - JohnBaker
WUSTL or UVA MSF?
Business School and GMATThese are my two top choices I've been admitted to. I'm a recent Berkeley Mathematics graduate. I like that UVA is not for business students but I don't really know what to choose. I like that WUSTL offers a quantitative finance. I want to ...
32 comments3 Oct 2017 - 1wronskian
Strengthening MSF Application
Business School and GMATHi Guys, So I'm planning on going to grad school next year (hopefully) and was hoping you guys could give me some advice. I've been doing a lot of reading on the board and elsewhere but can't seem to find the information I'm looking fo ...
31 comments8 Jun 2015 - Mlozano
Is business school really the key to break into trading? This has been popping into my head a lot lately, with the job market as it is today, more and more prospective monkeys have dropped the chase and picked up the books instead to realize their BSD dre ...
39 comments29 Nov 2010 - Jorgé
Anyone here with a MSF and find it hard to get job?
Job Search AdviceHey folks, I know from others in the industry that it can happen but if you wouldn't mind I was wondering if anyone who has completed the MSF and has found it tough/impossible to get a job in fnance afterwards could tell me about their experiences? I ...
53 comments23 Mar 2012 - bobbiebrown
GWU's MSF
Business School and GMATI was wondering if any of the members from WSO have any experience with George Washington University's B-School, whether its personal experience or you know someone who went there. I am specifically interested in their MSF program and that hefty tag ...
43 comments3 Apr 2017 - The.RealDeal
Ever heard of Brandeis MAief
Business School and GMATAnyone heard of Brandeis Master of Arts in International Economics and Finance? I have a big scholarship to this 2 year program. **NOTE- I had to make a few deletions (personal details) to my posts to preserve my anonymity. I did this after I had received ...
42 comments10 Mar 2017 - islandoffmorocco
MIT MFin Q&A
Business School and GMATApplication season is coming up, so I figured I would provide some unofficial info via Q&A on the program to those interested. Anything goes from admissions (chances, essays, interviews) to curriculum to class profile to quality of instruction to indu ...
45 comments21 Aug 2012 - Dr Joe
Vanderbilt MSF Job Placement
Business School and GMATFound this link on another forum. Since there seems to be a lot of questions about the Vanderbilt MSF program (and MSF programs in general) I though I'd post this link listing job placements from 2006-2009. Hopefully this should help answer questions ...
39 comments10 Mar 2017 - nelly0
Is over 30 too old for an MSF?
Business School and GMATIs over 30 too old for an MSF? MSF Salary ...
43 comments12 Jun 2012 - TraderDaily
How to explain gaps in resume
Job Search AdviceWhat should I say to explain the when I was: considering graduate school, looking for work, improving my health, ect. MBA resume CFA graduate school MAcc MSF Finance PhD ...
41 comments23 Nov 2013 - JonDoe297
American University MSF
Business School and GMATDoes anybody know much about American University's MSF program. I was thinking about applying there and I just wanted to make sure that its a respectable school and program. Just from looking on their website and seeing that their class profile says ...
30 comments31 Jul 2017 - Warren_Graham
Columbia M.S. Financial Engineering to break into IB?
Business School and GMATHey all, I searched for more information on this but I can't seem to find a "definitive" answer. What are people's thoughts and sentiments regarding Columbia's MSFE in order to break into Investment Banking without any prior finan ...
33 comments29 Mar 2017 - idragmazda
UT-Austin vs. Villanova MSF
Business School and GMATOkay.. So I haven't officially gotten any word on whether I will be accepted to Nova yet... But I got my offer from Texas this morning. And because it is April I know I have to make a quick decision. Which program should I choose? My goal is Growth E ...
40 comments3 Apr 2013 - calikid3820
Johns Hopkins MSF vs Rochester MSF, thanks!
Business School and GMATHi all, Recently I got admission to two MSF programs, Johns Hopkins MSF and Rochester MSF, and I am having a tough time making the decision because I don't know which one is better. There is no doubt that JHU has a stronger name, however, JHU plans t ...
25 comments21 Mar 2017 - ryankeepgoing
Santa Clara University Master in Finance
Business School and GMATJust wanted to give all your MSF'ers a heads up that the West Coast has another program starting up. Hopefully USC will roll their program out and then you will have 3 great programs to choose from. http://www.heraldonline.com/2013/02/20/4634732/two. ...
39 comments23 Feb 2013 - TNA
MSF- Bocconi or ESADE. Thanks!
Business School and GMATI've got admitted to the MSF program in both schools. Yet I'm not sure which school to go to. I'm a Chinese student and I'm thinking about getting into a commercial bank after graduation. As here in China none of them is famous, I' ...
29 comments1 Feb 2017 - kukumalu
WUSTL vs. Vanderbilt MSF
Business School and GMATDoes anyone have any thoughts as to which program is better? They have similar admission statistics (Vanderbilt higher GPA, WUSTL higher GMAT) and similar placement stats. They have similar costs and place in similar areas. I have been admitted to both an ...
23 comments11 Jan 2018 - jstopfor
Breaking in to the Buy-Side
Asset ManagementComing out of a semi-target, how exactly does one break into the buy-side (i.e. from undergrad)? Do funds or AM divisions have junior analyst or rotational programs? If so, what is typical comp? Of course CFA level 1 would help, but what about staying a y ...
21 comments1 Feb 2017 - The Riddler
Is my profile good enough for a MSF program in the UK?
Business School and GMATI've been following this site for awhile now, but this is my very first post! I'm a prospective MSF student, and I've applied to several schools in the US, but I'm not feeling stellar about my chances of acceptance, so I'm trying ...
41 comments26 Feb 2011 - EmperorTamarin
MSF at OSU
Business School and GMATHello, Anybody here has any idea how the SMF program at OSU will be in terms of career prospects for IB or corporate finance positions??? How is the program shaping up as per your views???? MSF ...
22 comments25 Oct 2017 - tomal.web
MSF and MiM School List
Business School and GMATI'm finishing up apps and narrowing my target list. 3.1 GPA, 680 (41,41) GMAT, URM, Bio Major, 1 summer of research, 1 MM SA position. Should I add any more or delete any on the list. My current schools are: Wake Forest MA (In with 5K) UVA (Submitted ...
31 comments7 Nov 2012 - guyfromct
Mia Culpa
Investment BankingHi guys, first time poster, I'm going to try and keep this short, not make it my life story. In a nutshell, I am a non target graduate with limited options. Went to a partying state school (think top 10 as far as chics go) and did just that, partied ...
26 comments28 Mar 2014 - paidoff
Villanova or Claremont McKenna MSF program?
Business School and GMATWhich MSF program would you recommend for someone who went to a non-target undergrad who wants to break into either Asset Management or equity research? I would prefer to live on the West Coast in the long run, but I am geographically flexible for at leas ...
36 comments13 Apr 2011 - YoungHedge
MSc Finance Current Students & Graduates – What would you do differently?
Business School and GMATHello fellow monkeys. As a prospective MSc Finance student, I would like to hear opinions of current MSc Finance students and graduates about what they would do differently if they had the chance to start their program again. I am asking this question mai ...
21 comments12 Apr 2014 - CvT
Washington D.C. MSF Programs
Business School and GMATLooking for feedback on MSF programs in the DC area. Hopkins and Maryland seem to be pretty equal, American seems to be a step above. Anyone have any thoughts about quality of programs and career placement after? MSF ...
25 comments8 Feb 2014 - Chrisca
Houston Energy Trading: Which Degree?
Sales and TradingI have 3 years of work experience developing real-time risk systems for commodities trading in Houston at a BB. BS in Computer Science and BA in Economics from UT Austin. Want to eventually become an energy trader in Houston. 3.95 GPA, 750 GMAT. I think a ...
31 comments22 Feb 2012 - sws283
Georgetown University MSF Program- In Person
Business School and GMATHey guys, just wanted to give everyone a heads up. Just spoke with the program and they are going to be rolling out a flex option for students. There will still be the remote option for those working around the country, but there will also now be an on ca ...
18 comments22 May 2015 - TNA
MSF---Vanderbilt VS. BC
Business School and GMATI am comparing the two MSF programs of Vanderbilt and Boston College. Both are my top priority. Currently I have received the AD from Vandy, and still waiting for BC. So I really want to get more insight view of the two programs, especially the placement ...
28 comments8 Jul 2014 - baiyunfly
Yes, MBA only 7% (33 votes) Yes, MSF only 12% (54 votes) Yes, CFA only 6% (26 votes) Yes, CFP only 1% (5 votes) Yes, CPA only 4% (18 votes) Yes, CAIA only 1% (3 votes) Yes MBA, and CFA and/or CPA and/or CFP and/or CAIA 5% (23 votes) Yes MSF, and CFA and/o ...
14 comments20 Aug 2012 - AndyLouis
Considering an MSF... Am I making the correct decision?
Business School and GMATI'm considering going back to school for a Master's in Finance, but I'm not sure I'm making the right decision. I graduated school in May 2009 from a big state school with a degree in Economics. Due to personal problems my undergrad ex ...
29 comments26 Oct 2010 - MessedUp
Good US MsF Programs for Breaking In in Canada?
Business School and GMATGraduating from a non-target in the US this summer or next fall, finance major, no relevant experience, got interested in the industry only recently and after asking some WSO users for advice thought I'd apply to MsF programs as a plan B if I don ...
22 comments25 Nov 2013 - Hassen
In a bind: LSE vs. Vandy
Business School and GMATThanks for the comments. LSE vanderbilt MSF ms finance Vandy ...
29 comments24 Oct 2010 - Mr.Machina
Masters in Finance Blog
Off TopicOk, as most people know I just finished my MSF and am a huge fan of the degree. Just as everyone else who has applied to grad school I looked at a lot of programs and schools. My time on this board as well as having friends in other programs has given me ...
27 comments12 Aug 2010 - TNA
Georgia State MSF
Business School and GMATIs anyone in Atlanta who has completed the Georgia State Masters in Finance at night? TNA has a good write up of the program on msfhq.com. It would be nice to hear from someone who has done it to talk about the program and whether the tuition is worth it ...
14 comments23 Feb 2018 - TraderDaily
Developing the Next Leaders in Finance Georgetown University's Master of Science in Finance (MSF) online program transforms today's best financial professionals into rising industry leaders. Created by the distinguished faculty of the McDonough ...
14 comments1 Apr 2014 - Georgetown MSF
MSF, MMS/MiM or should I just go with an MFE if I want a job?
Business School and GMATHello. An International from Netherlands here. I am currently looking at various programs that will help me get a job in US after graduating(kinda like a gateway to a US industries). I have about 6 months of experience and no, I am not a native English sp ...
19 comments28 Mar 2014 - consultinglady007
MSF Programs & Schools- My Shots
Business School and GMATHi guys, How is it going? I have a question about the MSF programs and schools and my shots at them, and I hope to receive some insights and opinions here:) ...
24 comments8 Dec 2010 - Ernuz
Hard Skills Needed coming from MSF
Job Search AdviceI'm at a decent MSF program right now, doing the job search but I need to know which hard skills will be the ones that land me a job. I'm one of the few domestics in the program, and my math skills are still developing (I got slightly less than ...
17 comments30 Oct 2014 - JohnBrohan
MSF: BC, Villanova or USC
Business School and GMAT@TNA or anybody else, please help! I got accepted into Villanova and USC, and I am waiting for the answer from Boston College for my MSF. I am an international student and I want to work anywhere in the us, preferably in PE, but not necessarily. I am real ...
18 comments18 Mar 2014 - Zozo
msf bocconi vs frankfurt school of finance and management
Business School and GMATHello all, I have recieved admit from frankfurt school of finance and management and bocconi university.i am unabe to decide between these two universities.i am an international student with no work ex and henceforth it will be difficult for me to find a ...
18 comments18 Mar 2014 - Zubair-Ahmed
University of Cincinnati: Masters in Finance (MSF)
Business School and GMATSomeone posted back in april and got no comments... I am still trying to do more research into MSF programs.. Does anyone know anything about the University of Cincinnati MSF program? Nova is still my top choice for next year, but I feel depending on the ...
16 comments29 Mar 2017 - calikid3820
MIT Masters in Finance placement stats up!
Business School and GMAThttp://msfhq.com/2010/12/mit-masters-in-finance-pl... Very impressive if you ask me. Lot of consulting also. Good mix! I will discuss more when I get home. MIT MSF Salary ...
22 comments22 Dec 2010 - TNA
Anyone from St.Gallen?
Business School and GMATI am getting mixed signals about applying there and would love to speak with people that either went there for their Masters in Finance or anyone that even considered it. I've looked at other sites as well but too much information in this case can on ...
22 comments25 Aug 2010 - The.RealDeal
American for EU MSF....Advise.
Business School and GMATI would like to get the perspective of any European WSO'ers out there about the general reputation of some of these Dutch Universities for Master of finance/type degrees. Also anyone else with knowledge of these universities, please throw in your two ...
21 comments28 Mar 2011 - Higheck123
MSF suggestions? decent GPA from non-target, finc. services
Business School and GMATHi, I'm looking for suggestions for pursuing a MSF to mask a 3.2 from Tulane (3.5 Major GPA) and get out from the financial services industry. My ultimate is to break into IB, whether directly into BB or a second-tier firm. I understand my chances ar ...
22 comments9 May 2010 - Jiggy
Advice- Please rip this plan to shreds
Business School and GMATWARNING- LONG POST I am a 2009 grad from an extreme non-target who just got accepted into MIT's MFin program. This seems like a dream-come-true, and it is, and I really want to go, and probably will. My concern is that financially, it doesn't ne ...
21 comments25 Feb 2011 - Dr Joe
Rank these graduate programs for IB opportunities
Business School and GMATVillanova MSF DePaul MSF Johns Hopkins MSF Duke MMS I graduated from UMich last May with a BA in Econ. Haven't been able to get a job since, no relevant work exp. Really considering these programs to try and get into investment banking analyst roles, ...
22 comments13 Feb 2010 - tbm24
Hi, So we got our grades back for an exam, and the smartest people of the class did badly (failed or average) while the "idiots" got very high grades. One of the clever guys who failed went to the teacher, did all the calculations in front of th ...
19 comments12 Mar 2012 - Boreed
Which MSF program should i choose?
Business School and GMATHello every one i'm a 25 years old Iranian MBA IN FINANCE from sharif university (best MBA program in middle east / best university in my country / 130-140 in world) GPA 3.93 out of 4 (highest in the history of program) 780 in GMAT 4 year of work exp ...
14 comments6 Oct 2015 - kamyar94
MSF and MAcc for career-changers?
Job Search AdviceHello. First post. I graduated with a BA in humanity last year. I have since been taking a year off to do some service projects and have fun. I initially was intent upon going to law school, until I spent a significant amount of time working for a lawyer ...
14 comments24 Aug 2015 - wsouserid
Msf Guidance
Business School and GMATHi guys, I'm coming out of a big 4 target/otherwise semi/non target school. Majored in business administration(no finance major) with an emphasis in finance(took corp fin, derivatives, investments courses). FT recruiting didn't go well due to la ...
15 comments17 Sep 2014 - BananaHoarder
MSF Advice- OSU vs. UMD vs. JHU vs. CWRU vs. Purdue
Business School and GMATHi Everyone, I am trying to decide a MS Finance program at one of the following schools to attend in this Fall. I think these schools are decent but not preeminent; however, could anyone please tell me which school might be a better choice in terms of its ...
18 comments3 Apr 2012 - Cloudynesz
Letter of recommendations for MSF programs
Business School and GMATI plan on applying to five programs (WUSTL, Wake, Duke, Nova, Vandy). That should be about ten letters of recommendation that I need. Would you suggest finding ten different people or would a lesser number (even two) suffice? MSF ...
17 comments17 Oct 2012 - KKS
Dual Degree with MSF/MFE?
Business School and GMATI'm starting my MSF soon, but BC I will still have 4 yrs of fluff and one year of legit education, I'm pondering a dual degree. If I could, which is a better second masters to add: one in accounting, which could make me a "jack of all trade ...
15 comments18 May 2014 - JohnBrohan
MSF DECISION: George Washington U. or Brandeis U.
Business School and GMATHi, I am admitted by two universities, the GWU and the Brandeis U.. Now, I am in a dilemma of accepting whose admission. Could anyone give me some advice? Thank you so much! MSF ...
15 comments9 Apr 2014 - Chun Yuan-Tseng
Tonight (August 12th, 830PM et) Wall Street Mentors will be hosting its Third Webinar of the summer. On July 15th, we covered the transition from banking to private equity. On July 29th, we covered what it takes to break into Sales & Trading. On Augus ...
12 comments12 Aug 2013 - wsomentors
Vanderbilt MSF 2011
Business School and GMATHas anyone who applied to round 2 heard anything yet? I finished my interview during the discover weekend in Feb admissions vanderbilt MSF ...
17 comments17 Mar 2011 - Hima84
What MSF programs should I aim for?
Business School and GMATI graduated in 2011 with a 3.2 gpa....non-target but still a major university....interviewing everywhere but can't get a job...i used to what IB, now I think I want Equity Research or Management Consulting.....assuming research is my goal however, wh ...
16 comments21 Mar 2012 - StoudeMelo
MSF program
Business School and GMATI'm holding a bachelor degree in Finance (not in US) GPA: 3.17 GMAT: 650 no job exp, 3-months internship in Baker & Mckenzie CFA lv1 I apply for: Tier 1: BC, Villanova Tier 2: Syracuse, Brandeis, Northeastern Tier 3: Drexel, Cincinnati Can someon ...
15 comments14 Dec 2012 - mrchimpunno1
GMAT or GRE for MSF
Business School and GMATHey all, I'm planning on taking a graduate entrance in fall/early winter, and am unsure as to whether to take the GRE or GMAT (if it even matters). I want to pursue either an MsF (probably) or an MSFE (less likely). I won't have time between now ...
15 comments20 Jul 2012 - Stemm
MSF Comparison- Making a decision: Vandy, UIUC, WUSTL or Tulane
Business School and GMATHey there guys, I've applied to a few MSF programs to start this Fall 2011, and it's that time of the year to make a decision to where school should I go to. I was accepted at Vandy, UIUC and Tulane's MSF (Also Tulane's MENERGY) and am ...
16 comments27 Mar 2011 - BrazilianGuyMSF
so when you are in a MSF, what do you
Business School and GMATdo on the GPA front during the traditional recruiting season? Ok, so I join an MSF in July/August. Recruiting deadlines start coming up in Sep/Oct. All I'll have on my transcript from grad school at that point is my gpa from the summer preparatory co ...
16 comments17 May 2010 - islandoffmorocco
Best path to PhD in Finance (MSF or MSEcon)
Business School and GMATI want to pursue a PhD in Finance, but I'm not sure which master to take first in order to increase my chance of acceptance. What do you guys think? MSF, MS Economics, or another? I've heard that I should take the master at the university I wish ...
13 comments26 Nov 2013 - The Viking
University of Illinois- Urbana Champaign MSF Interview
Business School and GMATI am going to be speaking with the Assistant Director and Professor that heads up the program next week. Anyone have any questions that they want asked? Post here and I will link the interview when I do it. Thanks www.msfhq.com MSF illinois uiuc ...
15 comments10 Dec 2010 - TNA
What is the best experience/degree for a Corp. Finance job at GM?
Corporate Finance, Development and StrategyWould a MSF degree be better than MAcc? GM MAcc MSF ...
13 comments12 Sep 2013 - JonDoe297
Any advice on these schools?
Business School and GMATHey guys, just wanted to get your opinion on these MSF programs and how you would rate them. I know they are not cream of the crop, but given my low GPA, they are my best bets probably. Tulsa UT Dallas University of Baltimore University of Tampa Universit ...
15 comments1 Jun 2010 - The.RealDeal
Engineer Looking to Rebrand
Business School and GMATDeleted. MSF ...
11 comments2 Sep 2015 - shortMSFT
Anyone know much about U of R MSF?
Business School and GMATI'm looking at a few programs, but Rochester offered me a fairly large scholarship. I can't seem to find too much information on job placement or how the program is, I was wondering if anyone here could offer input on it? Much appreciated MSF ...
14 comments29 Mar 2011 - robins27
MSF/MFE Profile Evaluation
Business School and GMATBackground: Nationality: Swedish Age: 22 GPA: 3.7 finance undergrad from non-target GMAT: 780 6 months Internship in the PwC (Advisory Dept) Other few academic achievements My target programs are: Vanderbilt MSF Duke MMS MIT MFin CMC MFin (Princeton MSF)* ...
12 comments16 Mar 2014 - Olivia-Smith
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign vs. Tulane MSF
Business School and GMATwhich of these programs, should I get in, is better for a DOMESTIC student's job prospects in IB, ER, PE / HF (long run)? I wanna work in NYC ultimately. Both look really good: both are CFA partner institutes. I do like UIUC's location, but Tula ...
12 comments27 Feb 2014 - KrissyDude00
Wake Forest MA in Management vs. Tufts MIB vs. John Hopkins MSF
Business School and GMATI have admits from the three programs above and was wondering what, in your guys opinion, would be the best program? I want to get into IB or Consultancy I am awaiting offers/rejects from Columbia MFE, Vandy MSF, Nova MSF, Ivey Managment, Duke MMS, UIUC a ...
14 comments22 Feb 2011 - FinancialNoviceII
2nd undergrad + Master in financial engineering vs Work
Business School and GMATHi everyone, I'm graduating this semester from a bachelor of science in actuarial mathematics and I really want to do a Master in financial engineering but I don't think i have any chance to get accepted in the program since it's highly com ...
14 comments27 Jan 2011 - Sir0001
Carlson MBA vs Claremont McKenna MSF
Business School and GMATremoved MBA MSF Claremont ...
13 comments25 Apr 2012 - draculallvm
MSF possible?
Business School and GMATI have been auditing financial services (hf) clients at a big 4 firm (1 yr). I absolutely hate it. I want to rebrand myself and raise my gpa so that I can hopefully get a job at a boutique or MM Ibank. My ug gpa is a 3.0. I have passed all of my CPA exams ...
11 comments23 Aug 2014 - Young94
MSF at Walsh College
Job Search AdviceI know I am going to be flamed for this by the "If you don't go to H/S/W put a gun in your mouth right this minute" crowd, but this is my situation and I need advice. I am particularly interetsed int he commentary of those from SE Michigan ...
13 comments15 Sep 2010 - nebben2k10
any new MS Programs? Anthony?
Business School and GMATAnthony- Do you know of any schools in the US that are planning to offer an MS in Finance? I know Gtown isn't- any other info? MS MSF Salary ...
13 comments7 Sep 2010 - terrence
MS Finance @ 31 yr old...need some advice!
Business School and GMATFolks, So I'm in a catch-22 situation. I'm 31 yr old with 7+ yrs finance/consulting exp in middle office at a small finance firm...preferably I would had liked to do MBA from a top tier university but due to incompletion of an undergraduate degr ...
11 comments30 Mar 2014 - talkingleaves
M.Sc. in Finance vs. FT recruiting
Investment BankingHi guys! Kind of a dilemma here: I am currently in my final year at a German target school (though "target" does not mean the same as in the US over here) and have a non- BB M&A SA gig lined up. My final goal is to work for an elite boutique ...
12 comments3 Apr 2012 - LeeteasY
MSF- personal experiences
Business School and GMATWhat's up guys and gals... If all goes as planned, I will be heading off to an MSF program starting next summer. By that time, I will have a shade over 1.75 years FT WE in BB PWM. It just so happens that my top choice (UIUC) values having some work e ...
12 comments8 Aug 2011 - The Kid
Help!! International Student...
Business School and GMATHey guys, I'm due to start my MSF at Vanderbilt and am stuck. I dont have enough money to begin my degree and really need to take out a loan. The problem is I'm an international student. I know there are plenty of people on this board that are i ...
12 comments1 Jun 2011 - RatinaMaze
International Student Loans
Business School and GMATI am due to begin my MSF at Vanderbilt. I am international student from Australia, so was wondering whether any monkeys knew of banks in the US who are willing to provide student loans without the need of a US citizen co-signing the loan? I rejected a luc ...
12 comments15 May 2011 - RatinaMaze
WUSTL, Cornell, or Boston University for Masters in Finance
Business School and GMATDear WallStreetOasis, I'm a Chinese student who will be graduating with a finance degree this semester. I've applied to several MFE and MSF programs in the US. So far, I've been accepted into: Boston University for MSF WUSTL for MSF on the ...
12 comments11 Apr 2011 - JPRizzle123
MSF-Villanova Part II- My Interview with Meredith Kwiatek, Asst. Director of Admission
Business School and GMATI spoke to Meredith over the phone on yesterday in re the Villanova MSF. Here is the interview. ANT, you may want to include this on the MSFHQ site. Questions re: the MSF and MBA Programs for Meredith Kwiatek, Asst. Director of Admissions for the MSF Prog ...
12 comments23 Feb 2011 - TraderDaily
Advice Needed- UVA Vs. Vandy Vs. UF
Business School and GMATOkay I am extremely confused on what to do- I've gotten admittance to UF's MSF program & UVA's MS Commerce program (Financial Services concentration), & awaiting an Interview at Vanderbilt's MSF. Out of the three, tuition not c ...
12 comments10 Jan 2011 - SnehaC
What are the reasons for getting an MSF or MBA instead of a Ph.D.?
Business School and GMATCan anyone think of a reason other than opportunity cost? MBA MSF Ph.D. MBA in Finance ...
9 comments23 Feb 2018 - John Daggett
The MSF and MiM application process
Business School and GMATI applied successfully this cycle and I wanted to share what I learned about the process. The first thing is timing, the cycle is a marathon not a sprint. Assuming you're a rising senior, you want to start looking at schools and the GMAT in the sprin ...
10 comments16 Mar 2013 - guyfromct
Help: MSF decision
Business School and GMATHello, I am an international student and have applied for MSF in US. So far I have got into following universities. Texas A&M uni Purdue uni Arizona USC- Didn't here anything yet Here's my profile, 24M Undergraduate- BE mech Gpa- 3.3 Good EC ...
10 comments7 Aug 2014 - rohit9
MSF or MAS?
Business School and GMATHello, I'll spare everyone my life's story and start at the point where I ended up at Purdue, on course to graduate at the end of this year with a 3.5. I made a ton of bad decisions along the way, and have been pulling a 3.8+ discounting my fres ...
11 comments24 Jul 2011 - obscenity
USC MSF or Brandeis Masters in International Economics & Finance
Business School and GMATHi everyone, I am facing a bit of a dilemma as I got accepted into the USC MSF program, and the Brandeis MAeif program, and am not sure which one to choose. I like the Brandeis program as it has an Economics component to it, as well as many more specializ ...
9 comments5 Mar 2014 - ksl
Whats so wrong with Private Wealth /financial advising???
Job Search AdviceSo i basically have an "exploding offer" with a boutique that expires in like 2 weeks....and i have read countless articles on here and other sites on PWM, financial advising, etc...I mean ive spoken to people there and they say they love it.... ...
10 comments6 Nov 2010 - StyleT
When will USC release its first employment report of MSF class?
Business School and GMATI'm applying to msfs later this year and I need to make up mind whether to apply to USC or not. Its a good school, with good student body, the class profile is amazing. But as always, you can't depend on the name and profile alone. Back in 2014, ...
8 comments25 Aug 2015 - Wolfofwallstreet94
GMAT 640 high quant, poor verbal. Retake it?
Business School and GMATHi guys, I have recently taken the GMAT and my score was 640 (Q:49 V:28). I am not a native speaker that's why the poor verbal. What do you recommend me do? Should I retake it? I am interested in MSF in Boston College, Vanderblit, George Washigton Un ...
10 comments30 May 2010 - ninja