Investment Banking

When it comes to investment banking in Zurich, the city hardly needs an introduction. While some might argue that the city is less glamorous than New York and London, it is undoubtedly one of the top destinations in the world if one considers not only an investment banking career, but a career in finance in […]

Investment Banks Hire More Junior Bankers, Ease Working Conditions Hard as it may be to believe, Wall Street has apparently decided to cut its junior staff some slack with several bulge bracket firms having announced changes to their hiring policies and working conditions for their newest employees over the past year. While this by no […]

INVESTMENT BANKING CAREER PROGRESSION Let us start by saying that when it comes to investment banking, there is no one-size-fits-all career path. This is true particularly with regards to one’s background; it is a common misconception that you have to be a finance or business major to land an investment banking job. Some even believe […]

Otterbox, The maker of iPhone covers has hired Goldman Sachs to explore a potential sale. Otter Products LLC, based in Fort Collins, Colorado makes the wildly popular Otterbox, a protective case for smartphones. The cases, which protect touch screen wireless devices are known for being the toughest on the market and are the top-selling protective […]

ENTERING INVESTMENT BANKING FROM A SECOND TIER SCHOOL If you happen to be one of those eager young professionals looking for an investment banking job without having attended a top-tier school, you should know that not all hope is lost. The bad news is that investment banks, especially bulge bracket firms, are extremely picky when […]

So, you’re working (or have worked) as an IT professional and you’ve decided that it’s time for a career change. You’re interested in finance, or you’re simply attracted by the glamor of the Wall Street lifestyle, and you’ve set your heart on investment banking. While entering the elite club of investment bankers might seem intimidating […]