Im just about to pick my GCSE options, and what I really want to do is become an investment banker. But what GCSE/A levels will I need to become one? Plus, what exactly does an investment banker have to do and how much money can one make? Please guys Id really appreicate some help on this.
While a degree in any discipline is acceptable, many companies prefer related subjects such as accounting, economics, mathematics or statistics. Increasingly, entrants have a Masters degree such as an MBA or MSc in a related subject. A second language is also extremely useful.
The following qualifications may be useful as a first step:
The 14-19 Diploma in business, administration and finance
BTEC Certificates and Diplomas in business and finance subjects
City & Guilds qualifications in business and finance subjects
IFS Certificate or Diploma in financial studies.
An investment banker’s tasks could include:
advising clients how to raise finance to expand their business
arranging loans to fund expansion
advising clients on merging with or taking over other businesses
arranging financial backing for new businesses
managing the investments of business and private clients which can total billions of pounds
taking action to protect businesses from changes in currency exchange rates and interest rates
trading in stocks and shares, securities and bonds
buying and selling large property developments.
More information:
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