Investment Banking and Career Aspirations

Chairman and CEO = Lloyd C. Blankfein, President & COO = Gary D. Cohn.

Corporate Derivatives, FIG Financing, Investment Grade Syndicate, Real Estate Financing Group, ECM, Leveraged Finance Capital Markets.

In line with academic interests, fast-paced environment, direct application of market changes, and the ability to see concrete results.

<p>Women in the workplace, career progression, what makes you tick, sustainability initiatives, competitiveness during internships, and the difference between financing group vs. industry group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Goldman Sachs stood its ground following the financial crisis, has a collegiate environment that offers a lot of responsibility, and aligns with my academic interests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I have an academic background focusing on the impact of political and economic events on financial markets, and I am attracted to the fast-paced environment and quantitative projects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I've learned to take initiative, interact professionally with others, and the importance of teamwork and multi-tasking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I am confident and possess intangibles like public speaking experience that set me apart, gained from competitive public speaking and professional interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recent announcements by the ECB regarding bond purchases and fluctuations in oil prices due to a stronger US dollar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I initiated the DREAM program at Penn, which is rewarding because it involves working closely with students from disadvantaged backgrounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I possess strong interpersonal skills, ambition, and quick learning abilities, which go beyond just academic qualifications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>While working for ACN, I approached a global biopharmaceutical client with caution, facilitating collaboration for better outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This question is open-ended and would depend on the context provided.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This position aligns with my academic interests and offers a unique opportunity to analyze global events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I facilitated a discussion with my teammate to address concerns and came up with a dual solution for our marketing simulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Absolutely, I am very confident in my social and interpersonal skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>You can either randomize and pick every 10th stock or organize by industry groups for representativeness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I recommend Salesforce.com, focusing on its intangible asset of brand goodwill and assets ready for investment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This requires specific data and context to construct effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The S&amp;P 500 has steadily increased while unemployment dropped from 10% to under 6%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I had to clearly delegate tasks to a fellow intern to improve our collaboration on projects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I failed an interview due to nerves but learned the importance of confidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>My strengths include analytical skills, quick learning, and public speaking; weaknesses are impatience and overcommitment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Communication was key; I had to clearly delegate tasks to improve collaboration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prioritization based on deadlines and importance is essential.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I led a gamification initiative without prior experience but learned quickly through cross-functional engagement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I worked on a vague project and had to gather resources to clarify objectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>What has MS done to improve quality of life and enhance women's presence in the workplace?</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I have led teams for various projects, focusing on community contributions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>My coursework includes term papers on deterrence effectiveness, partisan politics, and financial crisis responses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I struggled in ECON001 but learned to seek help from professors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Goldman's history as an underwriter and its culture influenced my decision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Delegating tasks for UNICEF or during projects regarding political responses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I followed directions carefully and also took leadership roles when necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I led my team to reorganize efforts on interest groups' influence amidst disorganization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I took initiative in starting the DREAM program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Sabre story illustrates my ability to influence discussions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I prefer fast-paced, quantitative work that produces measurable results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leading an analysis at GE Oil &amp; Gas and receiving recognition for innovative thinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skills in public speaking, quantitative analysis, client interaction, and problem solving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Investment bankers raise capital, provide M&amp;A advice, and analyze financial statements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The oil crisis was driven by high demand and rebounding supply, leading to significant economic impacts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They invest in fixed income securities like bonds and manage risk levels in a portfolio.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Goldman Sachs is an investment banking firm providing financial services to various clients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This involves analyzing global economic factors to create trade strategies in currency and rates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I am hardworking and possess more than just academic knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This question requires more context to provide specifics on my contributions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This question requires more context to detail contributions and experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers