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11 Financial Analyst Interview Questions (and Answers!)

Financial analyst interview questions are a mix of technical questions designed to test your hard skills and behavioral questions that help the employer know if you have the soft skills to fit in with the company culture. You’ll likely need …

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A Day in the Life: Investment Banking Senior Associate

We’ve asked insiders at leading investment banks to offer us insight into a day in the life of their position. Here’s a look at a day of a senior associate at a major investment bank.

6:00 AM: Wake up.

6:30 …

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What Is Management Consulting?

Companies utilize management consulting services to get advice on a variety of strategy and organizational issues. Consultants use their expertise and experience to help these organizations resolve complex business problems. 

Management consulting is an esteemed field that includes both strategy …

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Top Accounting Skills for Your Resume

Essential accounting skills include strong attention to detail and an understanding of financial statements. Your resume should reflect your in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, as well as your reliability and adaptability, to show you have what it takes to succeed …

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What Does a Financial Analyst Do?

A financial analyst is a finance professional who guides business and economic decisions. Some financial analysts work at investment banks, facilitating large transactions between corporations. Others may focus on tracking the performance of a product or service and making recommendations …

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Top 10 glamorous customer service jobs for students, recent grads, and others early in their careers

Customer service roles are often perceived as entry-level positions, but there are certain niches within this domain that offer not only unique experiences but also a touch of glamour. These positions are particularly suitable for students, recent graduates, and those …

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What Is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)?

A chartered financial analyst (CFA) is a certification offered by the CFA Institute and a title for those who have earned this certification. Getting a CFA charter requires several exams and can be difficult. However, the CFA designation is highly …

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Job hunting mistakes 10 business leaders made when graduating

To debunk common misconceptions fresh graduates have about the job market, we’ve gathered ten insightful responses from professionals including founders and managers. From understanding that a major doesn’t dictate a career path to realizing a degree doesn’t guarantee job success, …

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A Day in the Life: Project Manager at an International Consulting Firm

6:00 AM: My alarm goes off, it's Monday morning. I take a few seconds to remember that I'm in Lyon, France, where I've just spent a terrific weekend with my girlfriend. I have to catch an 8:30 flight to Düsseldorf, …

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What Companies Are in the Finance Field in 2023?

The finance and financial services industry includes well-known banks, like JPMorgan and Bank of America, alongside Big Four accounting firms, like EY and PwC. However, the finance industry is vast and goes well beyond banking and accounting. So, what companies …

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