Banker

Dear Hritik, Investment banking is essentially about matching the expectations of people who have the capital with people who need the capital. This can be structured at various stages of the life cycle of a venture starting from the ideating stage to the listing at stock markets.
On an average, a fresher in this domain can expect a package of Rs. 20 lakh per annum and there is no upper limit on pay scale as the same is directly proportionate to the value contribution of the professional to the size and value of the deals
Institutes and URLs
* Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi
www.iift.edu
* Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, Delhi University
http://sscbsdu.ac.in/
* Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce, Delhi University
http://www.sggscc.ac.in/
* Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University
www.fms.edu
* Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University
www.fms.edu
* Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
www.nmims.edu
* IXLRI, School of Business and Human Resources, Jharkhand
http://www.xlri.ac.in/
* Institute of Management and Technology, Ghaziabad
http://www.imt.edu/
* Indian Institutes of Management, Multiple Locations
http://www.catiim.in/
Pros and cons
* Extremely challenging and intellectually stimulating job
* Money is good
* The profession can open the patjto entrepreneurship
* Helps in networking
* High-pressure job
* Involves long hours
* Excessive competition
All The Best !

Hello Nidhi, Investment Banking is a very exciting but a difficult career path. With high pay and enormous bonus comes a very hectic work schedule where you will have to put in 14 hours of work a day and sometimes even more. It also requires strong numerical understanding and an eye to detail. To become a successful investment Banker you need to have a sound numerical and financial knowledge. Working on software platforms like Excel, PowerPoint etc is a prerequisite.
Generally there are no specific qualifications to become an investment banker. But to get into the domain recruiters look for people from CA or MBA or Engineering background with high academic achievements and aptitude. They usually prefer rank holder CA's/ IIM's/ IIT's. So if you don't fit in any of these qualifications you will have to network a lot and prove your worth. Cheers and God Bless!
from an Investment Banker :)

Hi,
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.
You acn also go for CFA professional certification.
The CFA Program is a professional credential offered by the CFA Institute. CFA designation became a gold standard for the global finance industry. Most Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) graduates receive offers for challenging professions positions with attractive salaries. The jobs focus on analyst type positions such as insurance, fund risk, quantitative measure, modeling, liquidity and derivatives.
For more, refer-
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/2011/Career-As-A-Certified-Financial-Analyst
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Hi,
1. Merchant bankers, or investment bankers as they are commonly known, work for investment banks and provide a range of financial services for their clients.
They oversee financial opportunities for their clients, advising on such things as mergers and acquisitions, lending, privatizations, the identification and securing of new deals and helping with initial public offerings.
To become an investment banker, a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field like finance is required. There are a huge number of specializations available with a MBA degree including MBA in marketing and finance.
Some of the prominent institutes:
IIM Kolkata
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
Indian School of Business, Hyderabad
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
S.P. Jain Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
Symbiosis Institute of Management, Pune
2. Major in economics, finance, business or math as an undergraduate or graduate student. You could major in other areas, but succeeding as a broker will be more difficult if you have no background in economics, business or finance.
Do an internship in a brokerage or investment firm where you can gain experience in brokering or stock trading. Also, gaining sales experience of any kind can be valuable.
Take the necessary exams to become licensed.
Work as a licensed broker. You may find clients through business and social contacts, through joining organizations or teaching investment courses, or you may inherit the clients of agents who have retired. Also, existing clients may refer new clients to you.
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Hello Animesh,
Apply for various ongoing recruitment drives of Reserve Bank, State Bank and other CWE/ PO exams. You will have to join as Probationary Officer and will get promoted to Manager by your work.
SCDL could help you by providing PG Diploma program in Banking & Finance. For admissions to July-2013 Session you have to purchase a physical Prospectus containing an application form. The same is available at our Centre located at Geeta Bhawan Square, Indore.
SCDL programs have commenced from 1st July 2013.
SCDL - A source of top quality education has campus at Pune & 43 Years of excellence of Symbiosis group for your reference.
Few SCDL features are as under:-
1 Variety of academic programs in various discipline like- Management, IT, Education, Law and Human & Social Science.
2 Numerous Single Courses under various faculties.
3 Virtual Classrooms & Online Chatting facilities with the faculties.
4 Pre-recorded lecture DVDs from expert faculty on important courses & e-learning modules.
5 Online on-demand exams & assignments.
6 A sophisticated web-portal providing online facilities.
7 Special 10GB mailbox free for all students.
8 Dedicated E-communication & Call Centre to handle student queries promptly.
9 Personal Contact Programs organized periodically at various locations in India.
You will receive your study material for the 1st semester immediately on registration.
For more details on Counseling, Program Syllabus, Exam Procedure, Study Material, Fee Details. You may go through the Corporate Presentation of Symbiosis Centre for distance learning (SCDL) from following link on youtube-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjeGBiFFpLY&context=C4b04674ADvjVQa1PpcFNQFF
Find the links for SCDL digital flip-book brochure: www.horizoninfotek.com/scdl
Course Fee for two years PGDBA is Rs.35000.00+ Rs.1000 is One time Registration Fee + Rs.250 is Exam Fee per Subject. For Installment payments till 30.09.2013, fee will be Rs.21000+15000.00. Admission could be done through purchase of Prospectus for Rs.1100.00 in Cash from SCDL Information & Student Support Centre at 202. Apollo trade centre, AB Road.Indore. !
For more details call on 9755554824
Best !
Sanjay Khimesara

Hi,
Public sector banks recruit candidates at 2 levels- the officer level and the clerical level. After XII (Commerce or any subject) Graduation followed by banking examination for Probationary officers can be taken.
Engineers, agricultural scientists, home economists, chemists, lawyers, language specialists can enter banking through the special category intake.
Foreign and Private banks recruit bright candidates from the parent organization on the basis of merit or campus selections are made at reputed management institutes. MBA/ Masters in Finance Control/ CA/ Certified Analysts course/ Business Economics/ Public Relations /Law are preferred qualifications for Multinational and Private Banks.
So you can pick the stream considering the above facts and also as per your skills, interest, aptitude and career goal.
You can even start working on the essential skills-
Team leadership qualities
Integrity, confidentiality and honesty in all dealings with money, customers & staff
Foreign exchange transactions need an analytical, quick and mature mind
Good communications skills in speech & writing
Numerical aptitude
Well-organised mind and well-rounded personality
Also refer-
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/942/Career-In-Banking
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/176/Banking-Courses-And-Institutions
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Hi,
Banking is one of the most sought after career choice among the students. It is an entry into a well paid and secure career.
You can enter this profession through the below routes:-
1. You can go ahead with the Bank Probationary Officer Exams.
The eligibility criteria is graduation from recognized university and your age should be between 21-30 years.
2. You may opt Diploma or Certificate Courses in Banking and Finance or even gain National/Bombay Stock Exchange Certifications.
3. Pick Finance/Banking as your specialization in MBA.
*It is advisable that you pick a bachelors's degree program now and by the end of 2nd year, pick coaching for the IBPS exam (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection).
Course options-
B.COM
BBA
BFM/BBM
BAF
B.A Economics
*Till the time you join a professional coaching institute, I would advice you for self preparation.
For general awareness,you should read the daily newspaper and even watching the news will help.
You could also use magazines such as CSR, Competition Master, Banking Service Chronicle, etc.
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