Can I get to IB only with cfa level 1 and no background in finance (master’s degree in French accounting) 🥲

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Possible with an accounting background. CFA is a small factor for IB (equity research is a different story). Networking is your friend here.

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IBD is glorified consulting, CFA/background in finance not necessarily required. But good networking skills will take you far

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What's french accounting

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Actually in sallanches but I’m planning to move to paris next year

I wouldnt' say that it is impossible but it definitely wont' be the easiest thing. I agree with the person above who said networking will really help you. Getting a referral is going to be the easiest way to get your foot in the door somehwere.

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