Careers in Finance (Vgm Professional Careers Series)

By Trudy Ring

Book Overview

The world of finance has experienced vast changes in recent years. With advanced computers taking over many number-crunching duties, financial firms are in need of analysts. The economy is going global at breakneck speed, making a career in finance more vibrant and exciting than ever. The opportunities are endless for young, creative thinkers. With keen foresight and thorough knowledge of the industry, you can get on the fast track of this ever-expanding industry. Before you invest time, money, and effort, though, let Careers in Finance provide you with an accurate picture of what various specialties entail. This concise let comprehensive guide provides numerous tips for finding and keeping the job that's right for you. Careers in Finance includes expert guidance from those in the field as well as an appendix of resources for additional information. Here's the first step in preparing yourself for what to expect and what to project in order to succeed, no matter which path you choose. Book jacket.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0844220698
• ISBN13: 9780844220697
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 0.6" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

Comprehensive, with good helps for those going to the next step

This will be useful in helping anyone who is exploring careers in Finance. The sample resumes in the back are also a nice plus that push this beyond a simple reference volume.

Good Resource

This book is a good resource, though not as comprehensive as I would have liked. Its a good intro to the field.

worth reading

This book is a good source of sample finance resumes. Other good and recommended resources for finance careers are the Vault Guide to the Top Finance Firms, the Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, and the Vault Guide to Finance Interviews. Also try the harvard guide to finance careers.