Before joining SIB, I completed my B.COM and CFA (International) Level 2. In addition to this, I worked with a local brokerage house as a research associate.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time equity research course?
My reasons of joining SIB were very simple. First, I wanted to have an in-depth knowledge of topics like financial modeling, trade comparables and report writing etc which one does not get to learn during other courses like CFA. And secondly, I was very impressed with the faculty of the institute which comprised individuals from Lehman, UBS and Morgan Stanley.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, because not only did this course help me to secure an equity research job with a local brokerage house, it added a practical dimension to the theoretical knowledge which I gained through my experiences earlier.
Prior to SIB, I was working with KPMG in the corporate tax advisory team for the past 3 years. I am a qualified Chartered Accountant.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time equity research course?
One thing that keeps me ticking is, understanding the nuances and commercial considerations that drive businesses. The tax structuring solutions which I used to work on did not fully provide me holistic perspectives that were required to cater to my interests. That was when I decided to take the plunge into Investment Banking or Equity research, but realized that I lacked both the skill set and experience to create interest amongst recruiters. At such cross roads, I found SIB's full time course a perfect fit to bridge the skill gap that was required.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, I certainly do feel that SIB had immense value add to offer. Prior to the course, I was reasonably comfortable with most of the concepts that the full time course had to offer and was skeptical about how useful the course would be. The course not just helped to sediment concepts with greater clarity, but also gave me a confidence boost that is invaluable. The course is structured to gear you to have a go at any task given to you by any Investment Bank or Equity Research firm from day one.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
Concepts were never given out on a platter to you. The thinking we were made to do and the freedom given to dwell on each and every aspect till we fully quenched our thirst was the highlight. While we were left soaking after basic understanding of concepts, the sharing of knowledge from the street that comes with experience and cannot be found in any literature, elevates this course to greater levels of value add.
I completed my MBA finance from Keshav Memorial Institute of Technology, Hyderabad.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I wanted to pursue a course in Investment Banking & Equity Research. I found out that SIB is offering one of the more rigorous programs that cover area of Investment Banking & Equity Research.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, joining SIB was one of the best decisions I made as it gave me practical knowledge about Investment Banking & Equity Research, through which I was able to crack interviews and got placed in an equity research profile with a leading financial services firm.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
Well, I felt SIB created a work like environment where you get hands on practical training. Each stage of course was thoroughly and professionally delivered ensuring that students develop a good insight into the type of work an analyst does in mainstream finance.
I completed my B.Tech in computer science and had worked in telecom sector for 3 years. Before coming to SIB, I did my PGDM in Finance.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
After seeing SIB's rigorous course content, exemplary faculty and strong alumni base I was very impressed and after speaking with the faculty I was assured about the quality of the course.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
I will rate it as one of the best decisions of my life. I have grown in SIB not only in terms of knowledge but also in personality. SIB didn't only give us bookish knowledge but it also gave us a practical perspective and an ability to think out of the box.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
I liked every thing we did at SIB - tracking stocks, presentation to PE etc, but the most important thing about SIB is its rich course content and the way it is delivered. You not only learn things but you also imbibe it. Its course content is not only relevant to industry but it also meets the demands of recruiters. At SIB, faculty pays equal emphasizes on technical and fundamental knowledge which is great.
I graduated in MSc, Finance from Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago and thereafter worked for a year with Bank of America-Merrill Lynch, as a collateral management analyst. I was responsible for the mitigation of counterparty credit risk through the active monitoring of clients derivative and securities financing portfolios. Earlier, I had completed my BE from Manipal.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
Investment banking/equity research is a very competitive field and requires certain tangible skill sets in order to break in. I wanted to polish my financial modeling and valuations skills and strengthen my knowledge of corporate finance. Secondly I knew about the vast network of SIB in the Investment banking arena and wanted to get the best help possible to break into this field.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
The practical approach of training at SIB definitely met all my expectations. This course is one of its kind in India and gives a complete understanding of what Investment Banking is all about. All of this was possible because of the distinguished faculty which comprises of investment bankers from the world's most reputable banks.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The number of hours that one spends at SIB and the personal attention given to each candidate is rarely achievable even in the world's best business schools. At SIB one feels that he/she is actually working in an investment banking/equity research environment. The faculty puts a lot of effort in training and there is a lot of emphasis on general knowledge and recent occurrences. Also the intense question & answer sessions prepares the candidate for the toughest of interviews.
Before I joined SIB, I completed the Bachelor in Management Studies (BMS) Degree from H.R. College, Mumbai and also the Msc. Finance from Cass Business School, City University, London.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
After I completed my MSc. Finance, I was truly interested in building a career in Investment Banking. Although I had the educational backing, being a fresher I lacked professional experience. I had heard of SIB from a friend who had pursued the course and I had also gone through the website in detail. I concluded that the course at SIB is an interactive practical learning experience. Since the world of Investment Banking is an extremely competitive one, I decided that gaining some practical knowledge in the field would be highly advantageous.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Joining SIB was definitely the right decision, mainly due to two reasons. Firstly, the course provided a realistic glimpse into the world of IB and ER. The things you learn during this program are the things that you would do as an Investment Banking or Equity Research Analyst. Secondly, not only does this course make you "work ready" but also provides you with opportunities to kick start a career in the field. The networking abilities of the faculty and their widespread alumni create some worthwhile job opportunities.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part of the training is the stress on the day to day happenings in the financial world including the analysis of the changing national and international environment and its impact, tracking of various stocks and sectors, details of recent deals, fund raising by corporate entities etc. This resulted in better understanding of recent developments and enabled better thinking and analysis.
I completed an MBA in Finance from Welingkar, Mumbai and worked in PwC as a senior analyst in the transfer pricing & international tax team.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I was aware of this course since SIB's inception in 2007 and was really keen on pursing it as my colleagues had done this course and were very happy with the content and outcome in terms of placement. I had decided to change my line of work and pursue a career in IB. For that I needed practical training and an entry point in IB which SIB provided me with.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, very much. Even before joining SIB, I was confident of the course meeting my expectations. I was very happy with the course content which covered all practical aspects of working in IB. Plus, I got a placed in a top boutique investment bank just as I wanted.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
SIB's training is comprehensive starting with basics in accounting to advanced concepts in valuation. But the best part I would say is the financial modeling lessons learnt practically on various sectors.
I completed my B.Tech and M.Tech from IIT Bombay. Before coming to SIB, I worked as a business analyst at a startup.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I had orientation toward finance since my college days and I always had a dream to become an investment banker. Being from engineering background, I found it a bit difficult to break into this field without a formal degree in finance. I wanted a course which could kick start my career in IB/ ER and then I came across SIB. Through the interaction with the faculty, I decided that this is absolutely the right kind of course that I was looking for.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely yes! I got a job which I used to dream about, a job with a bulge bracket Investment Banking firm and thanks to SIB for that. So it's needless to say it was a great decision.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The faculty at SIB is exceptional and encourage students to think independently and develop an analytical mind. This definitely helped me to crack interviews and moreover, it is the first step to becoming a seasoned analyst. In addition, the brainstorming sessions that were conducted were very helpful for me.
I completed my MBA from Fore School of Management, New Delhi before joining SIB.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
After my summer internship with Bajaj Allianz, I decided to get into Investment Banking. But I got a marketing profile job from campus. I wanted to enter investment banking and looked for an institute that provided a course in this field along with placement assistance. I found that SIB offers this course and carries good reputation. Therefore, I decided to join this course.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, I took the right decision. I learned much more than what I expected. It was only because of SIB that my career got the right kind of start.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part about the training is the way it is structured. SIB helps you get thorough with all the concepts required in investment banking. The faculty is top notch and the training provided is extremely practical in nature.
I did Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS), specializing in Finance from the University of Mumbai.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I decided to join SIB because I wanted to enter into investment banking/ equity research immediately and did not want to waste time and money on MBA or a Master's degree. I came to know about the course from my friends who are alumni of SIB and are working as investment banking or equity research professionals.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely yes! I would have deeply regretted if I would not have joined SIB as I would have missed on tremendous opportunities and knowledge. I feel I made a very profitable investment in my career by joining SIB.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part of the training at SIB was the in-person training provided by the achieved faculty and management of SIB. There was 1-on-1 interaction during the course and the trademark SIB Q&A sessions were the game changers that actually made one prepared and deserving enough not just to face a job interview but also to work in the industry. Apart from all this, the cherry on the cake was the placement assistance service provided by SIB to the candidates at the end of the course.
I am a CA as well as a CS. Before joining SIB I was working with a CA firm.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
Even with great academic background I was finding it difficult to get a break through in IB. Then I came to know about SIB through internet. I spoke to couple of SIB alumni who gave me positive feedback about the course. I had theoretical knowledge to some extent, but never got practical guidance as to how things are done in the real world.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes. I feel that I took the right decision by joining SIB. The course imparts training as to what a person is supposed to do on day to day basis in IBD/Equity Research. SIB also gave me opportunities to be interviewed by bulge brackets wall street firms and I got placed with one of them.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part about the course was the training which they gave. The faculty makes you work on real deals which have happened and gives you insights of the complications of deals. Moreover they emphasized a lot on keeping ourselves updated with everything going around in the world and its implications. The faculty also imparted us the different sector knowledge. All these things eventually helped us during interviews.
I was involved in managing the family business of offset printing and graphic designing since quite a young age, simultaneously while studying for B.Com. After which I moved on to HEC Paris for an Msc in International business.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I believe a tangible skill set is essential for working in investment banking. I needed to polish my knowledge of corporate finance and the practice on how to apply it. SIB fits the bill perfectly.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, I believe the practical approach towards training at SIB holds its own in real investment banking/equity research jobs. Also jobs in IB / ER which are hard to come by otherwise, come in huge numbers through SIB's vast network.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
SIB begins from scratch and the instructors are patient enough to explain things more than twice if necessary. Because of the sheer amount of time you spend at SIB, we have the opportunity to discuss the minutest details. This is something one has to actively search for even in the world's best classrooms.
I am a BE (Electronics) graduate from Mumbai University, 2009. Thereafter, I attended London School of Economics for summer school. I have also done a diploma in Financial Management. I took some accounting training and then started writing for a blog www.personalfinance201.com to gain some exposure as I was sure that I wanted to work in finance. It is hard to get a shift of career especially from a technical background to mainstream finance.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I wanted to work in finance, more so in Equity research/Investment banking and I realized that it is important to have practical understanding and training than mere theoretical knowledge. I came across SIB's full time course and the curriculum they cover, seemed appropriate. SIB has helped me to get an insight to learn and follow my interest.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes without a doubt. I think the course helped me in more than just one way. The curriculum they cover includes basics of accounting which is essential for someone like me who is from an engineering background. The rest of the course is also very well structured and executed. Above all I think the faculty has been very helpful in guiding and training me.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part of SIB apart from the curriculum of course is that they do not differentiate among students on their educational background or on the basis of prior experience. Every student is given an equal opportunity and a fair chance in class to learn and excel. The faculty is helpful and genuine. I have gained a lot professionally and personally through the full time course at SIB.
I am a commerce graduate and cleared my International CFA level 1, CFA Institute, USA. I
worked with PwC in Tax and Regulatory Services as an Analyst for almost 2 years. My role was
to analyze relevant provisions of the IT Act, conducting in-depth legal research, conducting
research including financial analysis as part of marketing initiative etc.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I always wanted to work in Finance and that is the main reason that I took up CFA. But, since
I was in taxation it was very difficult for me to get into finance without any prior experience,
or professional degree or any certification course which happens to be a mandate to get into
the Indian finance industry. I found out through SIB's advertisement that SIB runs a course for
Investment Banking and Equity Research. Then, I spoke to a few alumni of SIB and got a positive
reply regarding the course and the faculty.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely Yes! I am working right now at a boutique Investment Bank and with very good
conceptual understanding and that is what is required in any finance job, and that's what SIB has
done, helped me to understand most crucial concepts in Finance.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part of SIB is the faculty who are highly respected industry professionals from
multinational firms and its curriculum. They put loads of effort to train and impart knowledge.
The intense curriculum helped me get deep understanding of the financial concepts. The
knowledge and confidence helps in appearing for interviews.
I am a Chartered Accountant. I worked with an investment bank in their financial controller's team as an analyst for 2 years. My responsibilities included financial analysis, accounting & control, regulatory reporting. .
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I was very passionate about equity research. However, even with my professional qualification, I was finding it extremely difficult to get a break into mainstream equity research as I was perceived to be not having any relevant experience. I got to know about the course through internet, then spoke to few alumni members and got very positive reviews and decided to join SIB. Also, the background of the faculty and their previous experience gave me a lot of comfort.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely! Even though I had a good theoretical base, I was lacking a practical perspective of the work that an Investment banking/equity research analyst would be doing. Also through SIB, I got the opportunity of interviewing with some great firms and currently, I am working in a domestic brokerage house in their Equity research team.
What was the best part of the training at SIB?
The best part about the training was the fantastic curriculum and the way it is structured. By the end of the 10th week, you are thorough with all concepts relevant to the job. The faculty is top notch with a practical approach to teaching. The faculty also places constant emphasis to keep you abreast of all economic events, this coupled with the knowledge you acquire through the course, enables you to attend interviews confidently.
I completed my bachelors in engineering from IIT Delhi and passed CFA L1 simultaneously.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I was very keen on taking up finance as a career. So while searching on the net, for some IB/ER courses, I came across this institute.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely! I was little aware of the theoretical aspects of finance. However the practical training that I got here helped me understand the concepts in a much better way and will help me in my job.
What was the best part of the training at SIB?
The best part of the training is that you actually learn how concepts are applied on the job. The preparation for interviews is highly comprehensive and I found myself very confident when I appeared for them.
I completed MBA in Finance from Amity Business School before joining SIB.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
After my MBA I decided that I want to get into one of the core subjects in Finance and during my last months in MBA I read a lot about investment banking. I developed an interest for the subject and looked for an institute that provided a course in this field. I found that SIB offers this specific course and carries good reputation and has experienced faculty. Thus, I decided to join this course.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely yes, I expected to get an extensive learning about investment banking and now I feel that I have good knowledge on the subject. Therefore, I think it was the right decision.
What was the best part of the training at SIB?
The best part of the course was that we were not only taught on the subject but had endless discussions on the day to day happenings in the industry for example any deals which took place during the tenure of the course, fund raising by a corporate etc. All this really helped me at the time of interviews.
I completed my B.Com Hons. From Delhi University and worked at a boutique firm for a year before joining SIB.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I had been researching the field of investment banking since college days and it interested me a lot. Then I got to know about SIB through internet. The course content was exactly what I wanted to learn to get a break in the industry, so I decided to enroll myself.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
It was for sure the right decision, I learned much more than what I had expected. It was only because of SIB that my career got the right kind of start.
What was the best part of the training at SIB?
The knowledge that I gained from the faculty was great and the kind of effort put in by them at every stage was praise worthy.
I completed my Graduation(B.com) from H.R. College along with C.F.A from ICFAI University. I was working with a brokerage company as a Wealth Manager for couple of years before I decided to join SIB.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
As a professional, I always dreamt to become an Investment Banker, but never got much opportunities due lack of working experience in the industry. I heard about SIB through a friend, who strongly recommended me to join it. That's when I thought of finding out what actually SIB offers in terms of practical training, placement assistance & was very impressed by its faculty, its course content & its placement records. Hence I decided to join SIB.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely! no doubt. The quality of practical experience that I received during the course probably I wouldn't have got even through any other degree course & the no. of opportunities that I got to work as an investment banker, I would have never got otherwise.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part about the training, apart from the fantastic curriculum, is that there are group discussions based on current affairs which helped me remain updated and equipped me to excel in the interviews with the investment banks. Also the course focuses on improving Excel & Powerpoint skills along with basic accounting concepts throughout the duration of the course.
Before joining SIB, I had done BMS from Mumbai and MBA from LaTrobe University, Melbourne, Australia. I had also worked in Credit for 1.5 years in Melbourne.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I always wanted to get into Investment Banking and SIB is the best platform I could get (considering I didn't have any relevant work experience). Also a friend who was already placed in a Global Bank through SIB was another inspiration for me.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Definitely!! Today I have a job that I always wanted and that too with a MNC bank. This break will definitely prove to be very beneficial for my career. Also, apart from the placement part of it, the kind of practical knowledge I got through this course was phenominal.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
I think the best part of the training is its practical approach because we are actually asked to work on LIVE companies and I don't think any Masters' Degree actually provides us with such in-depth knowledge of Investment Banking. Secondly, the faculty at SIB is highly qualified and each one of them makes an extra effort to ensure we understand each and every aspect of the course. At the completion of the course, I know almost everything taught to us. They leave no stone unturned.
I was working as a Software Engineer with Amdocs (India), prior to that I had completed my BE in IT from SPCE, Mumbai in 2008.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I always wanted a break into mainstream finance and its very difficult for an Engineer to break into Investment Banking or Equity Research. After my very first interaction with the SIB team, I was convinced that this is the opportunity that I was waiting for. The faculty is extremely good, course content looked great and to top it all, SIB helped me with excellent placement prospects.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Probably one of the best decisions I've taken so far. It was only through SIB that I was able to get a break into Equity Research.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The training is very hands on, the course content is excellent, very much in line with what's required on the job, and is taught exceptionally well.
Before joining SIB I was working as a Loan Portfolio Analyst in a financial service firm in Chicago. I got back to India in October with intention of switching to investment banking arena as there were better opportunities in India compared to US.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
As I chose investment banking as my career option, I wanted to enhance my skill set and learn financial modeling before I start interviewing with IB firms. I went through SIB's course module which detailed the entire 10 week process on developing a candidate's skill set on all the aspects of IB. I found it promising and decided to join SIB.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, the course was very interesting and much more technical compared to what I learned at my University. It developed my skills for the role of an investment banker.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
The best part was the faculty and their expertise in the field. They always went an extra mile to help students understand the concepts. It was the faculty which made the subject interesting.
I completed Bachelor of Commerce from K.J.Somaiya College, Mumbai University and Master of Financial Analysis from La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia. I also worked with a local brokerage firm as stock broker.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I was always focused on getting a role which involved financial analysis and Investment banking was one of the fields where a lot of analytical skills are involved. Also I heard from a friend about SIB and after visiting them I was very much impressed by the faculty at SIB which comprised of Investment Bankers from Lehman, UBS and Citi.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
YES, absolutely I have taken the right decision by joining SIB. I am now working with a profile I always wanted to work for. SIB has one of the perfect ways to train person for Investment Banking or Equity Research. The 10 weeks of course study which includes industry research, different valuation techniques, financial modeling has shaped my skills in a practical way. Being trained at SIB definitely makes me feel "above" the other analyst working in my firm.
I am a German national and completed my Bachelor Studies in Business Management & Leadership from Heilbronn University (Germany) and got my MBA from the leading German Business School, European School of Business - Reutlingen University.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking & equity research course?
I had three individual reasons for joining the school. First of all, I aimed to learn everything about Investment Banking technicals and in addition to this to concretely apply and practice the subjects within a training. Secondly, I intended to gain practical knowledge about different sectors, industry drivers and market particularities in India and other parts of the world. Thirdly, I knew about the extensive network and relevant contacts of the tutors including a distinguished reputation of the institute and about the quality of its graduates. Thus, depending on my own merit, I had the aspiration to get the best help possible to immediately start my career.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
All the expectations that I had before joining the course were definitely met. The intensive training made me adept in all relevant disciplines such as accounting, creation of profiles & comparables, DCF valuation, M&A considerations etc. I gained deep insights about sector peculiarities and I was ideally prepared for challenging finance interviews. I am now without any doubt ready to succeed in this highly competitive field of Investment Banking with one of the World's most reputable banks.
What was the best part of training at SIB?
Apart from the high expectations that I had before, the school could even exceed these expectations by far. The experienced and dynamic lecturer team could continuously spark me and keep up a high level of excitement and motivation throughout the course. We were encouraged to question independently and to think out of the box. The tutors clearly put an emphasis on general knowledge, macro-economic factors and recent occurrences. Overall I would say: the approach of the school represents and conveys lived street smartness.
Before joining SIB, I completed my Bachelors in Commerce from Jai Hind College.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time Investment Banking course?
I had always wanted to get into the Investment Banking/ Equity Research field and once my graduation was complete, I did my research and found out that SIB was a gateway for entry into the field.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Unequivocally Yes! SIB provided me with the knowledge I would need to excel in the field and as promised, many opportunities for employment in various Investment Banks.
I completed Bachelor of Commerce from HR College, Mumbai University and Master of Financial Analysis from La Trobe University, Australia. I also cleared CFA Level 1 (US) in June 2009.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
Before joining SIB, I did not even know what investment banking meant. Just like any other naïve person, investment banking for me was another subset of finance/research. But it was the team at SIB who explained to me what investment banking actually means and what investment bankers actually do. As I was looking for a job prior to joining SIB, I decided to train myself in financial modelling and valuations before actually appearing for any interviews. I had heard of SIB from a friend and decide to visit them to get a better sense of what they offer. At the time I was also considering joining another institute, but I was very much impressed with SIB and its team and decided to go for it.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Absolutely, Undoubtedly, Undisputedly YES!!! I am now a part of this highly reputed multinational firm in their investment banking team and this has been possible entirely due to SIB. This is way more than what a certificate can do for me!
Before I joined SIB, I completed my Bachelors in Management Studies (BMS) from R.A. Podar College, Mumbai.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I have always had a keen interest in finance and had done a few short courses in the field. One of these courses was on mergers and acquisitions and I instantly knew that I wanted a career in Investment Banking. A friend recommended SIB to me and I found the course content really interesting. The fact that I as a fresher had the opportunity of breaking into mainstream investment banking was very appealing. It was exactly what I was looking for and so I enrolled myself for the full time batch.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, even though I was scared and hesitant at first. But now that I'm working in a boutique investment bank with the profile that I've always wanted to work in, I think this decision was the best ever. The training provided at SIB is awesome and the faculty is brilliant. I'm really happy I took up this course.
I did my MBA from IIPM. After that, I worked in the operations department in a broking house.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I was always interested in IB, but did not have the requisite skills & knowledge. SIB imparted all the necessary skills and knowledge required to be an Analyst.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, I am very happy with the way the course is structured and carried out. Especially it provided me an opportunity to work in hard core research which I always thought of.
I am an Electronics Engineering graduate with 4.5 yrs of IT experience. I am also a co-founder of an IT Security firm which has been operational for 2 yrs now.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I was introduced to the field of Investment Banking during my entrepreneurship days. I was thinking of pursuing a MBA to switch over from IT to IB. In spite of receiving admissions into some top universities in the world, the recent economic crisis made me think twice. I was looking for short term courses in financial modeling and valuation to get a toehold in Investment Banking and gain experience in the industry. I found the SIB website while surfing the net. On speaking further with the faculty and the alumni of SIB, I was convinced that SIB could give me a break into investment banking.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
As a career changer, I was always going to find breaking into investment banking difficult even with an MBA. After pursuing the course at SIB, I had a grasp of the basics of finance and the confidence to excel as an Investment Banking analyst/associate. I am very grateful to SIB for providing me the opportunity to interview with a highly coveted boutique investment bank. To me, SIB has been the fastest means to realize my dream of being an investment banker.
I completed my B.Com from Podar College and a MBA from IES Management College before joining SIB.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
After completing my MBA the placements offered at college did not interest me much. The profiles offered were mostly sales oriented and not hard core finance ones. Therefore, I decided to pursue the full time IB course at SIB as I thought it would give me better career opportunities.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes. I definitely feel I took the right decision by joining SIB as the learning was great and the window of opportunities it provided was awesome. I'm truly happy I did the course.
I had just completed my BBA (Bachelors in Business Administration) from Symbiosis. I was a fresh graduate, out of college and was looking for a good start to my career.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I am very ambitious and I knew I wanted a job in the financial sector; I wanted to be an investment banker. I knew that being an investment banker will be a great profile to start with and will give me global exposure. But I also knew that I needed extra help to get where I wanted to, because it was impossible to even get an interview in the bulge bracket firms only after my BBA. Once I came across SIB, I knew that this was the only way I could have the best start to my career.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
The training at SIB backed my strengths, confidence and ambition. It pushed me in the right direction and gave me my dream shot of being an investment banker. I am a banker with a bulge bracket bank and I made a great start to my career. I work at par with CA's and MBA's. The training I received at SIB helped me to achieve this.
I had just finished my undergraduate degree at HR College and like everyone else was evaluating different careers and opportunities. I weighed them all out and decided that I wanted to be in Private Equity (PE). After receiving grim replies from most PE firms, I decided to do what most PE firms suggested - get banking experience as a precursor to a PE career. After spending a couple of months in London meeting with banking and PE professionals, I decided that working with a bulge bracket investment bank was my best bet.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I was keen on getting into investment banking full time and serious about doing so. The so-called 'banking' offers being offered to graduates in India are more of an accountancy or finance related nature as opposed to mainstream investment banking. SIB offered the chance to break into what I always wanted to: an opportunity to interview with at least a couple of bulge bracket banks and other premier institutions and the knowledge and skill set to thrive and make a mark once inside the firm.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Undoubtedly. With the top finance firms in India hiring from only a few hand picked schools, it seemed almost impossible to break into this circle. But with the program at SIB this was made possible. The level of instruction combined with the hands on approach were top notch. Moreover the background and experience of the team was also a major motivating factor in convincing me to take up the program. Everything I gained over the 3 months at SIB, both personally and professionally gave me a substantial leg-up over the competition from day one.
I did my bachelors in management (BMS) from Bhavan's College, Mumbai University and was a fresher before joining SIB
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
The field of investment banking always interested me since college and I was eventually planning to pursue it after my MBA. After completing my graduation, I came across SIB which I thought would help me achieve my career goals. So I did some research on SIB, clarified my doubts and took at the time what seemed to be a small amount of risk. But now when I look back it clearly paid off.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
I am working in a bulge bracket US Investment Bank doing the same investment banking work that is done by MBAs, and this has been possible only because of the course at SIB.
I did a B.Tech in Metallurgy from IIT, Mumbai and worked as a software engineer with Verizon Communication in Hyderabad.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I wanted to start my career in mainstream finance but after working in IT there was no way to switch career path and enter investment banking, other than pursuing a MBA or CFA which is time consuming. After discussing with SIB's faculty and visiting their campus, I felt that SIB was providing both - an excellent training program along with good placement prospects.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Before SIB I had almost no knowledge and experience of finance. But in a short span of ten weeks, SIB provided me with good investment banking(M&A) training, interviews with various banks and a swift transition from IT to investment banking which was not possible by any other means. And now when I look back, I strongly feel that I made a right decision by joining SIB.
I completed my B.Com from HR College in Mumbai. After that, I worked as a risk analyst in one of the leading MNC banks in India. My profile required me to make credit appraisals and track portfolio companies to see if they justified their credit lines.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
My primary motivation was to make a career shift from credit to Investment Banking. I was initially a little skeptical. But after meeting the promoters/faculty and getting a better understanding of their respective backgrounds, I got the confidence to take the plunge.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Surely. In a matter of only ten weeks, SIB gave me the opportunity to switch from credit to mainstream investment banking. SIB's curriculum covered the fundamentals of investment banking well. It was a good background to have before being thrown in at the deep end of the pool.
Post completion of my MBA in finance from Symbiosis, I chose to work with Infosys for close to two years in the business intelligence division as a consultant.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I wanted to break into the investment banking domain but breaking in was proving to be a difficult job without the right kind of experience. That is where SIB kicked in and by being a part of the inaugural batch at SIB, I took the plunge into investment banking.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Taking the first step always seems the most difficult and so was leaving a well set career, but thankfully it worked out well with the help of SIB. I am working in the field I wanted to and the course prepared me for most of the work being done by me currently.
Before joining SIB, I worked with HSBC Bank as a Wealth Manager. My profile involved selling a kitty financial products to customers. Due to increasing competition among private banks in the country, the wealth management arm of most of the banks has become too revenue-oriented rather than being solution-oriented. My work did not involve a lot of analysis. I completed a MBA from ITM, Navi Mumbai and a B.Com from SRCC, New Delhi
How did you decide to join SIB's full time investment banking course?
I always had a passion for financial analysis. Having completed my MBA specializing in Finance, I wanted a break into the investment banking world where there is a lot of analysis and strategy planning involved. I heard about such an institute which focuses on providing the precise knowledge and the analytical skills required for investment banking. After contacting and discussing the course with the SIB team, I decided to join SIB.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, because I got placed with a boutique investment bank in Delhi. My job involves a lot of analysis and brain-storming which I thoroughly enjoy. What would have taken years for me to understand and achieve in the investment banking arena, took me just 10 weeks through SIB.
I have done my MBA (Marketing) from University Of Wales, Cardiff and have worked with Tesco Plc as a Business Support Executive.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time equity research course?
My first target was to switch my career from marketing to finance. Secondly, I wanted entry level analyst jobs in mainstream finance. After looking at the module of the equity research course offered by SIB, I felt that this will definitely help me to switch my career path. Getting entry into the field of equity research is difficult without a MBA in finance/CA or CFA.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes. I definitely took the right decision by joining SIB as I learnt a lot in this 9 week course and secured a job with a local brokerage firm.
Before joining SIB, I completed my B.COM and CFA (International) Level 2. In addition to this, I worked with a local brokerage house as a research associate.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time equity research course?
My reasons of joining SIB were very simple. First, I wanted to have an in-depth knowledge of topics like financial modeling, trade comparables and report writing etc which one does not get to learn during other courses like CFA. And secondly, I was very impressed with the faculty of the institute which comprised individuals from Lehman, UBS and Morgan Stanley.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Yes, because not only did this course help me to secure an equity research job with a local brokerage house, it added a practical dimension to the theoretical knowledge which I gained through my experiences earlier.
I completed my Bachelor's in Business administration from State University of New York, Buffalo. I have also worked in the financial service industry in the U.S. as an associate analyst and financial advisor for a little over 2 years.
How did you decide to join SIB's full time equity research course?
My work in the financial service industry was more focused on the retail side. I was looking for a career in the Corporate/Institutional side of finance. Even though I had done my concentration in Finance in my undergraduation, I had no clue about the working of an equity research/investment banking division. So, I did my research and found SIB to match the needs of what I was looking for.
Do you feel you took the right decision by joining SIB?
Definitely! I feel that I took the right decision by joining SIB as the learning was great and I secured an entry into the investment banking world. Thank you very much SIB
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24 February 2012 : Full time course starts (Mumbai & Delhi/NCR)
25 February 2012 : Part time course starts (Mumbai & Delhi/NCR)
