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- Discover how to get your start in the finance and banking industries In Breaking into Banking: The Essential Guide to a Career in Finance, renowned finance and careers commentator Afzal Hussein delivers a concise and up-to-date roadmap to getting your start in the world of finance and banking.
- Author(s): Afzal Hussein
- 288 Pages
- Business + Money Management, Careers
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Discover how to get your start in the finance and banking industries
In Breaking into Banking: The Essential Guide to a Career in Finance, renowned finance and careers commentator Afzal Hussein delivers a concise and up-to-date roadmap to getting your start in the world of finance and banking. You'll explore the different divisions and areas of the industry--including investment banking, global markets, investment research, asset management, operations, technology, hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital--how they work, and what they do.
You'll also find information about typical career progression routes, working hours, industry culture, compensation expectations, exit opportunities, titles, roles, responsibilities, and more.
Breaking into Banking also provides:
- Actionable advice that improves your chances for success when applying for roles across the industry
- Strategies for effective networking, tackling imposter syndrome, and interview preparation
- Techniques for identifying the best and most suitable career path for you and your circumstances
Perfect for aspiring and young professionals interested in pursuing a career in finance and banking, Breaking into Banking is a must-read, no-nonsense playbook for jumpstarting your career in an industry that is as rewarding as it is complex.