Financial Affairs and World News

♥ asked:


I have a Bachelor’s in Finance but no experience in the field. How do I land a job in this area? Where should I start?
And what types of jobs should I be applying for?

Shinichi asked:


What is the difference between Corporate finance major and a Financial Services major? And which one has more job opportunities? Can anyone explain it to me? Thanks!

kate c asked:


I’m starting university in September, and I don’t know if your supposed to apply for student finance now or in August after I have my results and know where I’m going.
Thanks in advance!

H asked:


Because of their insight and knowledge of the business, investment options, and trends? Just curious. I would imagine ordinary folks may be able to be money savvy to a certain level over time but probably still no equal to the pros who breathe finance/accounting/banking work night and day.
cybe’s made a very interesting point. I guess “ignorant” could be a “blessing” in the investment world LOL? Perhaps the more one knows, the more confidence, the more risk one may take, and the more money one may make – or lose?

jeffreyzwerner asked:


What type of careers in finance would be best suites to e filled by a lawyer or law school grad? Investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, securities law…? Also, what do you think of these career paths in such a crazy time, and how in demand do you predict these positions will be in 4 years?

SeminoleScot asked:


I want to deal with finance, such as investment banking, but I always want to do something that is government related.

help?

d3 asked:


I’m planning on going to school for a degree in Finance, but I want to get ahead by getting a job/internship. What jobs/internships should I be looking for? Thank you!

Theresa asked:


I am a recent grad with an associate degree in Business Administration/Management. I want to gain experience in finance-ultimately finding a job as a financial/research analyst for a firm. Keeping in mind I only have an associate degree right now, what type of job opportunities are out there for someone with my interests that would allow me to gain experience in the field?

CompProf asked:


We are working on a new job structure for our Finance department. I would like to know if you have a speciality track and/or a generalist track how do you define it? What are some sample job titles?

Jdsu123 asked:


Hi, I have an undergraduate degree in biotechnology from India. I recently found that my actual passion lies in the world of stock market.Can anyone tell me how to land a job or an internship in finance without having to do an MBA? ..And are there any good places in chicago to do my internship? Where do i start ? I would ultimately want to become an investment banker. Thanks.