Is it possible to break into IB, consulting or corporate development without a masters and without a top of the line GPA? I know I can handle the work it’s just the matter of receiving the opportunity to do so

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Get a CFA, get good at excel and modeling

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Pretty much this, and also network network network. Despite what people say on here, it's really not that bad and you'll be able to find a good role eventually

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What’s your YOE? Might be too late if it’s >3

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Find an analyst role at a consulting company, T4 offers one and isn’t asking for much experience. With your EXP in ops you’d be a good fit. Transition your experience and show on your resume how you analyzed data to provide results to your clients. That way you can move up to more client facing roles you are looking for.

I networked my ass off to get my shot in high finance. To get started just join your local CFA society. Take the level 1 at least once and goto as many luncheons as possible. Any even they have you make it and network.

CFA is def a shortcut in.

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Of course, it is. Could be challenging and difficult. But if you are just asking if it is possible, then yes.

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Hello professionals,

Anyone could refer me to a chemical engineering position at SRI International located in Menlo Park, CA?

I appreciate if you can help.

Hi Sharks,
I have offer from TCS from my base location & 2 product based companies from another city.
I have already denied over mail to TCS that I cannot join as I have better offers in hand & they ignored my mail for counter offer.
I have to now deny company A of other city whose HR was advising to not deny joining once u accept the offer.
Company B is one of my dream companies & offered the highest among all 3. What should I say to the HR of A? Will they blacklist me if I don't join?

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Anyone looking to switch careers to a Marketing role with a leading Medical devices company? Looking for someone with 1-3 years experience in strategy and operations consulting. Please DM me

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I lived and worked in the US for 5 years with H1B. I currently live outside. I still have my US credit cards and bank account open. Will it cause me any trouble in the future? should I close them all? The reason I don't want is I want to keep my money in the US.

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Which accounting advisory practices works the longest and how long? Or is more depend on the engagement? CMAAS vs FAAS vs ARA vs AAS

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Would love to work towards “Chief Culture Officer” - focusing mostly on the employee experience.

Acknowledging it’s not super common - what does this role pay? (Boston based)

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Talking about going with my two best friends on a wine trip to California for a 40th birthday celebration. Any suggestions where to go? Where to stay? Things to do? Obviously drink wine 😉

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Hi All, does GCP also have biz dev roles like Partner Dev Manager, Strategic account managers etc like Amazon and Microsoft ? I would like to explore similar opportunities @gcp also

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How is the job security in @Capco.@Capco

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When an employer rescinds an offer, would you follow-up to ask why? I mean does it really matter to do so ?

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Your best word of wisdom to the next generation ?

Here is some of the best I have heard « separate your emotions from the outcome. If you did your best and set everything you could for the outcome to be successful, the next steps may be beyond your controls so take a step back »

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My girlfriend lost her grandma to the virus 5 weeks ago. She's still very much grieving. Sometimes she wakes up in tears 😭. Hurts to see her in pain. Suggestions to console a SO who's grieving?

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If I have 6 yoe as a Tax Senior, is there any chance I can come in as Tax Manager starting off?

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Hi Everyone,

Could anyone help me to understand the salary bifurcation of Wipro. I am not able to understand how much will be my in-hand salary per month.

Thanks in advance !

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What are your experiences with blended learning in the classroom?

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Any idea where to go post BizOps? My friends and I are getting a bit bored having done the role for a while now.

Looking for roles $250K+ (roughly L4 at Google BizOps or Product Strategy Lead at Facebook).

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Is it a red flag as a candidate to ask if a company offers maternity leave? I was recently laid off, so I wasn't expecting to lose my job. We're planning on trying for a baby in the next year or so, so it's really important to me that my next job offers paid maternity leave.

The issue is that it's so rarely advertised on company web sites, but ultimately better maternity leave would sway my decision for a job. Is there a way to ask this tactfully? Or without raising red flags?

Lawyers that are sports agents: what do you really do?

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I think my MD got to where he is now based solely on flattery and politics.

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What’s the most egregious case of “pointless display of wealth” at your office?

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I'm far less productive when senior bankers are around. Maybe they should be out of the office more often?

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The hangover is real today.

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Some days I just want to quit this job.

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What's the average age on this thing. Just wondering. I'm 23

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Hey! I've always wanted to get into IB (prestige, money, you name it), however now that I'm in a more laid back environment (better WLB, "easier work") it doesn't seem as attractive as before and the pay is quite good for an analyst level (I think the pay is competitive even comparing with IB's pay in my country) . I wanted to know if anyone had the same experience and what were your thoughts (pursue an MBA and leave your comfort zone and "good pay" or just stick with it). TIA!

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Why does the street, and people in general, care so much about the technicality & formal announcement of a recession (2quarters of negative GDP)? Q1 was heavily negative GDP and now FED Atlanta revised Q2 Fcst to 0.0% growth. Let's be honest with ourselves, we are in one now. Why does nobody think this narrowly and wait till data release day and then finally screech "wE aRe iN a RecEsSioN"

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I'm thinking about starting something, but I want to be well versed in entrepreneurship before I do. Any recommended resources (websites, podcasts, books, etc.)? Thanks!

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What does your benefits package include?

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Any implications of resigning effectively immediately if you're still on probationary period? Leaving the industry completely for another opportunity. Shitty I know but can't afford to turn this down

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Anyone take adderall? Does it help u stay focused?

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Which industry groups are y'all in? Are you happy with it? I'm hating life in healthcare atm.

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Are mathematical geniuses good at trading and investing?

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At what point do you elevate your peer’s mistakes to managers? It feels like my teammates elevate each other frequently but I don’t like to get involved because it seems like tattling. Do managers value knowing who on their team is messing up in small ways?

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I was offered a salary of $76,000 for an associate analyst role at FINRA. This would be my first time transitioning into this type of role. I have about 2 years of brokerage experience.

Do you guys think this is a fair market value for the salary?

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People interested in B-school: what are your top schools and why?

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How are you chillin fish?

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Currently have the FRM title.
I failed CFA level 3 once.

I'm hoping to eventually do CAIA, but only after I'm done with CFA. I'm also hoping to do non-financial certifications, like Certified analytics professional (CAP), and learn about web development.

While I may have the title of manager, I am still an individual contributor. The type of work I do involves quantitative analysis/data analysis/science.

Any suggestions as to what I should start with?

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Serious note... When do you feel fulfilled the most in life?

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