Seeking candid advice on what to focus on for a chance at top 10 MFE-equivalent programs

[weab]

He also asked about an internship, and he was advised to scrap both an internship or Masters, get an entry level job, if he knows basic math and programming, so as to get real life QA knowledge and make some money sooner.

Ok but why are you replying to a message under the assumption that he is taking your advice especially when the message was not even made in reply to your message advising him to get a job first?

 

[Andy Nguyen]

Hi Andy!

Thanks for stopping by, I'll take a look at one of those courses when I have the budget. In regards to the interview prep, which books from the list were you referring to? Does any of the books under BOOKS FOR QUANT INTERVIEWS suffice?

This is a popular book, usually referred as the green book.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1438236662?tag=quantfinaneng-20

 

[achirikhin]

Ok but why are you replying to a message under the assumption that he is taking your advice especially when the message was not even made in reply to your message advising him to get a job first?

I am merely replying to a thread. I don't see any hierarchy in here. I was not intending to reply to you, if that's what bothers you.

 

[weab]

I am merely replying to a thread. I don't see any hierarchy in here. I was not intending to reply to you, if that's what bothers you.

not at all. I agree he should see if he can get a relevant job first without going to more school.

 

[pwlifting]

He also asked about an internship, and he was advised to scrap both an internship or Masters, get an entry level job, if he knows basic math and programming, so as to get real life QA knowledge and make some money sooner.

Hey achirikhin, I think I missed the memo on your original advice. I never really thought about trying to get into the industry first without more higher ed. Thank you so much for the practical advice!

 

[pwlifting]

@weab thanks for your help! btw my gf loves that manhwa haha

 

[achirikhin]

Hey achirikhin, I think I missed the memo on your original advice. I never really thought about trying to get into the industry first without more higher ed. Thank you so much for the practical advice!

Read "Liar's Poker" It is explained there very well.

 

[weab]

@weab thanks for your help! btw my gf loves that manhwa haha

haha i love that