Hey all,
I'm going to apply for the following programmes this year: (In order)
- Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA) at LBS (my top choice! )
- Masters in Finance (MsF) or Masters in Finance and PE (MsF&PE) at LSE
- Masters in International Finance (MiF) at HEC Paris.
- Masters in Finance (MsF) at ESSEC
It would be great to receive some feedback about my admission chances. What other programs would you recommend with such a profile?
Profile:
- Overall: Russian, male, 22
- Academics: Bachelor in Economics from leading Russian University (#1 in Economics in Russia according to the QS), GPA 3.8/4, top 10% of the class, Advanced Research Group. Minor in Computer Science.
- Test results: IELTS band 7.0, GMAT 690 (49Q, 34V)
- Work experience: 6 months as an Market Analyst in Venture Capital Department of Russian largest bank (working with bio-tech and online education start-ups),
2 months in Project Finance and Infrastructure Investments in leading Russian IB, 2 months in Private banking. Also, worked as a lecturer's assistant for 6 months (Stochastic Processes)
- Extracurricular: Prizewinner of Russian Student Competition "I am Professional" in Economics (more than 7000 participants), Case-championship prizewinner (top 15%).
I have also participated in 2 scientific conferences and have 2 printed works in Russian Journals (about M&A and Financial Markets). During my fresh year, I was an active member of University IB-Club. Chess player (2nd Category). Advanced Python user (programming)
- International: Travel a lot, but unfortunately don't have any international exchange experience
Many thanks in advanced!
PS Sorry for mistakes, if any.