Are you about to start a job search or are you looking for a new job? As you take time off to enjoy your winter holiday break, you might be tempted to just sit back and relax, doing little or nothing. Yet right now you have a luxury available to you that is typically scarce while classes are in session: TIME. Contrary to popular belief, the holiday season is a great time to get a jumpstart on your goals before ringing in the new year. Here are some job search preparations to help you get the most out of this period.
– Ysahbel Pereira, MSF’24, CSE Career Captain
Winter Break Resource Round-Up for Careers in Finance
The Future of Finance
By now, my fellow students, we should be well-seasoned in job hunting. Not only do we need to be in tune with current trends, but also we need to be alerted by future trends. This Article by Emburse Chromeriver predicted a tremendous digital transformation in finance, like a lot of other industries, data-driven decision making in business is inevitable.
Want to Break Into the Finance Industry? Here’s How
The world of finance may appear to be a game of numbers, but it’s more than that. Personality has an equal role in this, according to many in the industry. Though the tendency is to focus on technical skills and experience in an interview, it’s important to bring something extra to the table. This article will shed light on how you can break into this industry in the right way.
7 Finance Skills Employers Look For On A Resume
Companies in the finance industry are constantly looking for qualified individuals. If you want to enter this but are unsure of what should be on your resume, read on. Here are the top finance skills that companies seek, along with explanations of their relevance to the job market and tips on how to acquire them.
6 Simple Job Search Tips People Always Forget | The Muse
Let’s go back and not forget about the basics. We all know that job searching can be daunting and time-consuming, nevertheless, this article by The Muse presents the core principle with pro tips as a bonus. Linkedin, thank you letters are not just a one-time effort, like the article refers, consistency is key.
Best Websites to Find a Job in Finance
The job search process can be daunting, and you might feel disoriented. This article by Investopedia presents six websites that might assist you in finding jobs in finance.
The 2 – Hour Job search
This is a fantastic book to read as you start your job search! This guide provides job seekers with a methodical, technologically advanced strategy to approach potential companies and land the crucial first interview efficiently and effectively. This book is also recommended by Professor Jennifer Voldins in the Launching Your Global Career Class.
What Can You Do with a Finance Degree?
From financial planning to investment banking to insurance, people who pursue careers in finance power the world. When it comes to careers in finance, myriad options only increase as you gain more education and on-the-job experience. This article from Gwynedd Mercy University discusses the careers you can enter with a degree in finance.
The Industry Analysis
IBISWorld is a comprehensive industry-market research database that covers every US industry with a 5-digit NAICS code. Let’s not overlook the existing resource where we can get current updates on each industry. Sure, we might not want extra reading after school during winter break, but remember, recruiters LOVE a knowledge job seeker!
The 2022-23 Winter Break Resource Round-Up Series has been brought to you by our CSE Career Captain Team. This Finance Careers Round-Up was written and curated by Ysahbel Pereira MSF’24, assisted by additional content contributor and student editor, Yuxuan Zhang MSBA’24.
