The Application Process

I am currently on crossroads in my career after 2 years of unemployment due to a back injury . I am currently doing my CFA and I have a job offer form a top boutique IB in the country as a IB analyst where I would be exposed to book building , presentations etc ... basically all the M&A activities .
and I have an offer for equity research form a top Rating agency in the world .

I realize that both of these can lead to my main goal in life (i.e, to have a fund of my own ) and both will provide me with the skills needed . and i wont be applying for a Bschool before 2017(cause of the gap in my resume, i need some good workex before i apply) as i am doing my CFA and planning on picking up FRM on the way .
In the distant future like 10-15yrs down the line . I want to have a hedgefund of my own . and i realize that going to a Bschool would be a good start as I would make a good network .



Awaiting reply ,

Dreamboy

Hi Jon ,

Thank you for your reply . I am basically an investor and trader at heart . I'm leaning towards the investment banking job although its in a boutique firm , as it will teach me how to raise capital and i'll have a very strong network .
plus the IB job is middle office job its all about creating pitch books and after a year or so , we also would be exposed to the pitching activity . The equity job is basically outsourced work ... which i think is a big disadvantage .
hopefully the network and experience would be useful when and if i open a fund of my own .

Thanking ,

Dream

CriticalSquareMBA wrote:Hey there,

I think you're making the right call. Jon is right in saying that either experience will resonate with most AdComs, so considering the responsibilities, skill development, leadership potential, and room for growth should be your focus. As you flesh out your work experience over the next year or so, also think about other involvement activities you want to take part in. Get involved, lead an initiative, and make an impact! Best of luck with your new job and your future application!

Bhavik

Hi there ,

Thank you Bhavik for replying . Yes , you are right , I need to be part of some cause and get some extracurriculars in my resume . as of now I'm a supporter at a well known site for depressed, suicidal people . but i dont think that will translate to much . I'm looking out for a ngo which I actually believe in .


Thanking ,

Dream

Dreamboy wrote:I am currently on crossroads in my career after 2 years of unemployment due to a back injury . I am currently doing my CFA and I have a job offer form a top boutique IB in the country as a IB analyst where I would be exposed to book building , presentations etc ... basically all the M&A activities .
and I have an offer for equity research form a top Rating agency in the world .

I realize that both of these can lead to my main goal in life (i.e, to have a fund of my own ) and both will provide me with the skills needed . and i wont be applying for a Bschool before 2017(cause of the gap in my resume, i need some good workex before i apply) as i am doing my CFA and planning on picking up FRM on the way .
In the distant future like 10-15yrs down the line . I want to have a hedgefund of my own . and i realize that going to a Bschool would be a good start as I would make a good network .



Awaiting reply ,

Dreamboy

Hi There,

I feel the best route for you to take would be the route which will get you to realize your future goals faster. A business school will then give you the required knowledge and the networks to proceed further in that direction. Both look like good opportunities but the IB opportunity could open up more doors for you.

Thank you all guys for guiding me .
Looks like i am in good shape with thee profiles despite the 2 year break.

Thanking all ,

Dream