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GUEST COMMENT: How I passed CFA Level II only four months after passing Level I
In January 2009 I passed the CFA Level 1 qualification, using the method I elaborated for you before. This gave me around four months to prepare for CFA Level II. Needless to say, CFA Level II is hard. In fact, it is very hard. To be frank, I thought I’d failed. I was mistaken. So, [...]
The Inbetweener: In accounting, you can’t win. If you use your skills, you get put in your place. If you keep quiet, you don’t sell yourself enough
In the banking sector, the management structure is flat and straight forward. No one bothers you as long as you do your job and you are competent. It’s about being forward thinking and solution orientated, getting the work done within requirements and in the most efficient way possible. It’s about the outcome rather than the [...]
With markets in turmoil, there’s no better time to do the CFA, says the CFA Institute’s Asia Pacific MD
Ashvin Vibhakar, managing director of Asia Pacific operations, CFA Institute, talks to us about ethical investment, the importance of a global qualification, getting through all that study, and the remarkable popularity of the CFA charter in Asia Pacific. It’s all about ethics Vibhakar says the CFA programme is developed through “practice analysis”, which includes surveys [...]
How to adapt your CV for jobs in the Middle East, Asia, and Australia
Following on from our recent article on adapting your CV for jobs in Continental Europe, here’s some guidance should you want to apply for positions a little further afield. Middle Eastern CVs How long? Never more than two pages. Be ruthless and only include absolutely relevant information, even if your experience is vast. Include a [...]
The Inbetweener: I’m going back to study, is this is a stupid plan?
For those of you who have read my previous articles (see related content links on the right) and been extremely honest in your remarks, you will be aware that I have had a tumultuous time trying to get back into the workforce, whilst thinking about returning to my studies for a Masters degree. It was [...]
I’ve just done the CFA, but I’m wondering if it’s been worth the time and money
Back in May this young European banker told you about his search for work in Australia, now he’s got another issue on his mind… Over 1,000 hopeful candidates descended upon the Mooney Valley Racecourse here in Melbourne recently to attempt the infamous CFA exam. Countless hours of studying were put to the test in two [...]
Is it still impossible to move to the front office?
The financial crisis destroyed the career aspirations of many back and middle-office employees with their eyes on the ultimate prize – breaking into a money-making, client-facing role. But as skill shortages start to plague the front office again, is hope returning for those wanting to escape their boring operational jobs? Are you now applying for [...]
I’m from the public sector, but want to break into banking: REVIEW MY RESUME
You know the drill by now: read this guy’s CV and tell us whether his work experience and qualifications will help land him an analyst or trading job. “I’ve completed degrees in actuarial/commerce (majoring in finance) and am currently preparing for the Level 2 CFA exam. I have previous work experience as an analyst in [...]
I’ve done my MBA, now it’s time to get a banking job: REVIEW MY RESUME
Read this CV and leave your comments at the bottom. “I have just finished my MBA and I would like to work as a finance analyst, commercial analyst, strategist or economist in a financial institution. Does my resume cut it?” Sr. Economist/Analyst leveraging modeling expertise to steer companies toward greater profitability. Drives P&L gains by [...]
Junior Job Hunter: I’m bored in the back office, so I’m heading to Melbourne to get my big break
Our columnist makes a decision… I’m finally making a career/life change and moving to Melbourne. I have given notice in my current position as a temp at a Big Four bank in a regional Australian city. I need bigger and better opportunities and I need to finally break into my preferred career path: equity/asset valuation [...]
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