Tag: Financial Analyst

The Maverick: Gen Y of Asia unite! Forget what your family thinks, you don’t have to become a boring banker or a cold consultant

It appears that everyone in business school is taking courses in portfolio management and derivatives, reading career guides for Goldman Sachs, circulating anecdotes of “who gets into McKinsey” and rehearsing their own stories to impress the recruiters. Investment banks and consulting firms are of course the Mecca for those driven by prestige and money. Educated [...]

By The Maverick, 30 May 2011 • 5 comments

I’m an electronic engineer: How on earth can I break into banking? REVIEW MY RESUME

“I am an electronic engineer working in a multinational semiconductor/IT company and I am looking to make a career change into banking. I am in my late 20s and my passion for banking grows stronger each day. The analytical aspects of my engineering background could be of use in banking, and I also have seven [...]

By eFinancialCareers Singapore, 28 February 2011 • 24 comments

Guest Comment: How to respond when an interviewer says, “Tell me about yourself…”

To tackle this question effectively, you must describe yourself in terms of the skills and competencies your prospective employer is looking for in candidates, and illustrate how and when you have demonstrated these skills and competencies during previous work experience or education or in your personal life. You need to consider the core skills and [...]

By Margaret Buj, 25 October 2010 • 1 comment

Tell me what’s wrong with my CV (5)

We know you just love reviewing these resumes, so here’s another one to enjoy. Does this candidate have a shot at getting an equity research job? Let us know in the comments box below. “I am looking for a job in Singapore, preferably in equity research because I am interested in academic-related work, rather than [...]

By eFinancialCareers Singapore, 8 October 2009 • 6 comments

Tell me what’s wrong with my CV (4)

You know the drill by now. Read this resume and write your comments at the bottom. This guy is currently working as an accountant and wants to move back into equity research. Does he stand much of a chance in the current market? EDUCATION Major university in California BS Management Science Concentration: Economics & Finance [...]

By eFinancialCareers Singapore, 30 September 2009 • 10 comments