Banker

Hi Rashi,
The investment banker's position involves connecting businesses with investors. Investment bankers advise companies on which stocks or bonds to pursue, and they sell securities to investors to try and ensure that investors are protected. Most employers require applicants to hold the minimum of bachelor's degrees. Investment bankers usually must be licensed or registered through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). In order to do so, a worker must be employed for a minimum of four months before passing the General Securities Registered Representative Exam.
Many states also require the completion of a second examination, which is the Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination.

Hello Sidharth,
As per my experience, EMBA is not accepted in lots of MNCs and as you are working in a bank, it might create problem for you in future.
Briefing the reason for same, Government of India does not allow students who pursued EMBA to go for PhD later in his/her career which clearly suggests Government of India is not supporting EMBA. Reason for not supporting is very simple, to be a Masters in a preferred specialization, you need to learn and understand required subjects which is possible only in a 2 year MBA course.
So, if you are willing to work for a government bank or already working in, chances are EMBA will not be accepted.
http://www.sgvu.edu.in/banking-management.aspx?source=sgvu&media=website&campaign=bm

Hi Karan,
Coaching institutes in Delhi for Bank PO:
1. National School of Banking
Bank Recruitment Probationary Officer Course: 45 Days.
Fees: INR 8800.
2. Vibha Info Solutions
Bank Probationary Officers Entrance Examination/Bank P.O
2 Months.
3. Triumphant Institute of Management Private Limited
Bank PO and Clerical Courses: 140 Hours.
4. Career Launcher
Bank PO programs: 3 Months.
5. Institute of Business Studies
Bank PO/Clerk Exam Coaching.
Fees: INR 6000.
Free English Language Training.
6. Career Shapers
Bank Probationary Officers Entrance Exam
Free English Language Training.
7. Studycopter
CWE - Clerical Mock Tests: 4 Months.
Fees: INR 399.
8. Career Studio
BANK PO: 6 Months
You may visit the respective websites for further details.
As for choosing the best, you can consider parameters such as:
A. Faculty.
B. Course material.
C. Quality education.
D. Fees.
E. Accreditation.
F. Infrastructure and
G. Success rate.
To share a few tips:
I. If you are determined for a job in bank, preparations for exams must be started well in advance. Most bank exams have common sections like Aptitude and Logical. So, it Is better you start from them.
II. Practice using model or previous question papers, it could help in giving an outline of the exam structure. Try to work out the questions at least thrice, which will boost your confidence level to answer.
III. Having decided to appear for exams of a specific bank, research about the bank, management, core business areas, branches, mission, achievements and recognition is necessary.
IV. Be attentive about up-to-date happenings by reading newspapers. Stay alert on issues pertaining to banks and its business. Watching business news channels will provide a more inside view on various topics.
Books that you may refer:
1. A Modern Approach to Non Verbal Reasoning by R. S. Aggarwal.
2. Numerical Ability and Quantitative by P. K. Mittal.
3. Objective General English by R. S. Aggarwal and Vikas Aggarwal.
4. General Awareness and Current Affairs Digest by M Laxmikanth.
5. Previous Papers BANK P. O. Recruitment Exam by G.K Publishers.
Wish you luck.

Hi Roni,
For pursuing a career in investment banking, individuals must:
Have a bachelor's degree in business administration or related fields such as finance
Complete an internship before graduating as this profession requires a vast amount of knowledge of banking & finance. Through internships, students will obtain a better idea of investment banks, and will be able to analyze portfolios and assets using valuation models. Besides honing their analytical skills and networks in the field, internship would also assist aspirants to get a job after graduating.
Various programs one can pursue in finance to have better job prospects:
Chartered Accountant
The Company Secretary
Chartered Financial Analyst
Cost Accountant
Actuary
The Certified Financial Planner
Economics
Statistics
Chartered Alternate Investment Analyst
Financial Risk Manager
Financial Modeling and Investment Banking Programs
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Hi Dhillon,
Most of the successful Investment Bankers in India are either finance professionals like:
1. CA.
2. CS.
3. CWA or
4. Management Graduates.
It would be recommended for you to register for a professional course like:
1. CA.
2. CS.
3. CWA, etc. while doing graduation and complete it successfully.
Thereafter, if time and budget permit, you may get yourself enrolled for Management course with a reputed B-School which will help you to get an entry into Investment Banking sector.
There are many degree programs to prepare individuals for careers in Investment Banking. Common majors include:
1. Accounting.
2. Business or
3. Finance.
Although Bachelor's degrees are suitable for many positions, higher level positions in this field may require job applicants to hold Master's degrees in Business Administration or Finance. Many business administration programs provide actual field experience, which employers prefer. Both undergraduate and graduate programs in these fields provide instruction on developing proper professional behavior and understanding the importance of business ethics. Some potential job titles to consider include:
1. Investment Banker.
2. Floor Broker and
3. Financial Manager.
Many financial sale agents are referred to as Investment Bankers. This position involves connecting businesses with investors. Investment bankers advise companies on which stocks or bonds to pursue, and they sell securities to investors to try and ensure that investors are protected. Most employers require applicants to hold the minimum of Bachelor's Degrees.
Investment bankers usually must be licensed or registered through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). In order to do so, a worker must be employed for a minimum of four months before passing the General Securities Registered Representative Exam. Many states also require the completion of a second examination, which is the Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination.
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Hi Dhruvansh,
Investment bankers are thoroughly conversant with the accounting, financial and legal issues that impact business. They also have a good understanding of all business facets.Although a CA is equally qualified for the job, an MBA with specialization in finance from a good B-school is what companies look at the entry level.A stint at a real job in a big industrial enterprise would also help, especially if you intend to become a so-called industry specialist. It also helps to have at least a notional understanding of the business you are trying to finance, buy, sell, or restructure.
Being an investment banker requires having a Masters in Business Administration. However, if you're a college graduate, you may apply to be an entry level analyst for two years to ascertain whether you would like to continue in the profession. These analysts may have to opportunity to accompany their investment banking mentor and sit in on client meetings, having the chance to observe pitches and selling ideas as the investment banker visits clients about future sales and mergers. There are pros and cons to following the investment banking track.
Most investment bankers feel that though the downside in terms of doing menial work at times for hours and hours cannot be exaggerated, the rigors of the i-banking analyst programme are part and parcel of 'paying dues'. This essentially means that by investing two years of your youth where your life is not yours and you are on-call 24/7, you are networking for the future by interacting on a daily basis with people in the league of company CEOs. These people prove to be good connections in the future. Client exposure has always been a big selling point for young 20-somethings to enter analyst programmes. Barring IT, there are few entry-level positions where you could be so important when you are so young.
Investment banks want employees with a combination of strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Some jobs lean more towards one skill set than another (e.g. brokers need to be mainly sales people). A typical job of an equities analyst requires both analytic and interpersonal skills. The skills involved include:
Key Skill Area
People skills
Sales skills
Communication skills
Analytical skills
Ability to synthesize
Creative ability
Initiative
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