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I’m sorry, what’s TBD?
TBD = Team Based Discussion. You can find more info on their website

https://mba.wharton.upenn.edu/interview-process/
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Why is there so less activity on this thread at this time ? I remember it was buzzing last time this year. Maybe the placement reports (unemployment reports) and increasing Global tensions with US have affected international student pool applicant.
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It states interview with adcom/2nd year students. It doesn’t mention TBD so was wondering if the process has been changed this time
It’s still the team based discussion. They are just saying that 1-2 people will be facilitating the discussion.
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Hi, can anyone please elaborate a bit on how much value does CFA certification add for MBA applications?
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Hi, can anyone please elaborate a bit on how much value does CFA certification add for MBA applications?
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If u have cfa
Certain schools dont even
ask for gmat.
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If u have cfa
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Like?
Google

U will get a list
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If u have cfa
Certain schools dont even
ask for gmat.
Other than this, in what other way would CFA help me in MBA
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Other than this, in what other way would CFA help me in MBA
Help u drop some finance electives at school
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Does CFA play a part in employability ?
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Hi, can anyone please elaborate a bit on how much value does CFA certification add for MBA applications?
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It might add value if it’s connected to your current role or future goals. I don’t think there’s a specific percent that it will improve your chances by as they review it holistically. No harm in mentioning it but think about how it connects to other parts of your application too
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It does specifically in boutique banks. The likes of Evercore and other such firms want only CFA charter holder.
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It does specifically in boutique banks. The likes of Evercore and other such firms want only CFA charter holder.
Thank you
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It does specifically in boutique banks. The likes of Evercore and other such firms want only CFA charter holder.
That is absolutely not true

At all

CFA is not that useful in IB recruiting process. It is a “nice to have”, that shows interest in finance, but that’s it.
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I work in IB btw- just saying!
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