Wall Street Career Paths

Though the nature of financial system continues to change in order to reflect the demands/needs/priorities of the society at large, there will continue to be a wide breadth of opportunities available for those looking to pursue a financial career on Wall Street. From investment banking to private equity to research, there are numerous careers available for those willing to venture to the East Coast. There are however, certain skill sets and knowledge bases that remain critical to your successful performance in each of the prospective careers. This guide seeks to match the relevant skill sets and knowledge bases to the given Wall Street career in addition to providing you with a general overview of the respective career path. Furthermore, in addition to the pertinent technical skills and knowledge, Wall Street employers look for 'fit' in their potential employees. This means that they are looking to understand why it is that you are uniquely qualified to work in their environment. Now more than ever, each Aggie must differentiate themselves in order to gain an edge in the hypercompetitive recruitment process that defines Wall Street. This means not only possessing the humility, integrity, and tireless work ethic which characterizes the Aggie Spirit, but ultimately mastering the skill sets and knowledge bases required by the given career. It is our sincere hope that this document may guide your efforts in determining your career path on Wall Street and the acquisition of its respective compulsory knowledge and competencies.