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Hi Rajeev,

You can try back calculating your steps to remove this confusion.

What is your final career goal? What would you like to do 5-10 years from now?
If the answer is to:
1. work as a...

Please go through the following thread:
http://daulatguru.com/finance-forum-india/showthread.php/33-I-Banking-after-Engineering

This will be useful to clear some of your doubts. In fact, one of...

I am following the CFA Insititute books. I might use Schweser's for the practice tests.

Thanks a lot Ravindra!

In a previous online meeting, we had discussed that it is important to compare the LOS (for the CFA Level 3 exam) in 2012 with the LOS in 2011.

Some LOS in 2011 have been removed or reworded in...

Madison,

I had some investment banking interviews and had briefly worked with one in Boston. I'll share my experience:

The interview typically starts with "Tell me about yourself..."
- This is...

Discussed the structure of the CFA Level 3 exam

Morning session - Essay-type questions - Seems tougher and requires good amount of practice to write specific answers

Afternoon session -...

Hi Guys,

I am taking the CFA Level 3 in June 2011.
It'll be great if we can use his forum to share resources like sample question papers, notes etc. (members are allowed to upload attachments).
...

Hi Himanshu,

Welcome to the DG Forum! I am currently in South Mumbai and we can get in touch.
I have already done CFA Level 1 and so won't be part of your study group. But I can guide you in...

This really depends on your work load and your schedule. But it'll be good if you can put 20 hours/week. Level 2 is focused on valuation. Equity and Fixed Income valuation is very important.

Congrats dude! :)

CFA Level 2 is definitely tougher than Level 1.
Generally, 4 months is enough to prepare for L2.
However if your work is very hectic, then I am not sure how many hours you can...

Hi Avantika,

Welcome to the forum!

There are many finance certifications that can help you to build a stronger resume. The choice of certification depends on your interests and what career path...

Thanks isb2012 and neuralroby!:)

We don't have a single document with the consolidated Q&A. We'll try to work on it and publish after a few days.

Regards,
Sougata

Dear DG Members,

We hope that this initiative has helped in your preparation for the CFA Level 1 exam. As promised, we have posted sample questions everyday till November 25, 2010. We'll like to...

Explanation to Q.81:

Definition of Dollar Duration:
The change in the dollar value of a bond for every 1% change in its yield.

The formula to calculate this is:
Dollar Duration = Duration *...

Seems interesting....

All the best Shailesh!

I am not sure about Duke but I can help you with the following program:

http://management.bu.edu/gpo/fulltime/hsm/

A good way to learn about recent developments in the finance industry and network with senior executives of finance firms is by attending relevant conferences.

The CFA Institute will organize an...

I have sent you a PM with the details.
All the best! :)

Saurabh Agarwal had worked at Lehman Brothers after his engineering from IIT Kharagpur. He is my friend and I can connect you with him. You may check his profile at:...

Hi,

You can build your network in a number of ways including using sites like LinkedIn. DaulatGuru.com can also help you in that process. Have you seen our interview section?...

There are mainly two ways to enter a bulge bracket investment bank for an Analyst role:
1. On-campus recruitment - mainly from few IITs (for engineering students)
2. Off-campus - there may be some...

It's nice to see that you are very focussed and have a good plan to switch to finance.

You can do an MBA immediately after engineering but I feel that at least 2 years of experience will make your...

Yes, you are right.

The statement of cash flows has three components:
1. CFF - cash flow from financing,
2. CFI - cash flow from investing, and
3. CFO - cash flow from operations.

I agree...it'll be a disaster if you return with INR 50 lac loan...
So careful planning is required.