I want to make my career as a investment banker. I am a B.com. So what course should I choose for my career in reputed leading financial companies like city bank, jp Morgan & goldman Sachs etc.
Unless you're not an MBA from Top B School or CA Topper, it's difficult to get a Job directly as Investment Banker. Apart from knowledge in Accounting principles, Risk Management, Stocks, Financial Modelling, Financial Analysis you are also expected to have good presentation, Negotiating and interpersonal skills. Starting as an Intern, Financial Analyst, Risk Management is a good way to start. Degree in Law, CA and Certifications like CFA, CFP can also be considered as positive Profiles for Investment Banker.
Investment Banking requires competency in Business, Mathematics and Economics. Any degree or Course with these competencies would help you get into Investment Banking.
Business Management and Administrative are the areas in which your top career interests lie. You could start an entry-level position in *investment banking* to utilize both these career interests. If you like this field, you could do a diploma in investment banking or certification to increase your prospects.
Alternatively, you could consider entry level positions as sales executive or Business Development Manager, e.g., in the garments, eyewear, fashion industry; but beware - this could require a lot of *polite* interpersonal communication!!
Get in touch with the Training & Placement division in your college, attend job fairs, create a LinkedIn profile and also search on Monster.com and other job portals.
In a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) course in India, finance, human resources (HR), and marketing are commonly offered as specialization streams. These streams allow BMS students to focus on a specific area of management that aligns with their interests and career goals.
Finance Stream: This stream primarily focuses on the financial aspects of business management. Students opting for the finance stream learn about financial planning, investment analysis and management, financial markets and instruments, capital budgeting, risk management, and financial reporting. Graduates with a specialization in finance can pursue careers in areas such as *financial analysis, investment banking, corporate finance, financial consulting, and wealth management*.
