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Read MoreArticlesMBA to Executive Strategist: How Megan Manno Launched Her Career Through Raymond James’ A2C Program
The Assistant to the Chair (A2C) Executive Strategist, Office of the CEO program was established at Raymond James in 1991. The A2C program offers high-performing, self-motivated individuals the opportunity to acquire and hone the management and leadership skills necessary to succeed at the highest levels of the firm. Throughout the two-year program, A2C Strategists learn […]
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Read MoreTopicsBuilding a Career in Investment Banking: Hannah Deichman’s Journey at Evercore
After earning her MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, Hannah Deichman launched her career at Evercore, a leading global independent investment bank. What began as a 10-week internship in the summer of 2023 quickly evolved into a full-time role that has been defined by rapid learning, mentorship, […]
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Read MoreArticlesKayla Vickers: Balancing Responsibilities as an MBA Student, Army Major, and Working Mother
In today’s fast-paced world, finding the balance between career, family, and personal growth can seem like an impossible task. Meet Kayla Vickers, a remarkable individual who juggles the roles of a working mother, an Army Major, and a full-time MBA student at the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia. In this video, […]
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Read MoreArticlesInsights from Fidelity Recruiters
Embarking on the journey to a new job can be both exciting and daunting. To help you navigate this process, we’ve compiled key insights from recruiters at Fidelity Investments featured in three informative videos. Whether you’re preparing for your first interview or looking to sharpen your skills, these tips will guide you to success.
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Read MoreTopicsWomen’s Enrollment in Full-Time MBA Programs Tops 6,000 for the First Time.
And a Record Eight Schools Reach Gender Parity! Overall MBA Enrollment Climbs 6% From Last Year, Women Maintain 42% Share Women’s enrollment in full-time MBA programs climbed to over 6,000 for the first time and a record eight schools reached gender parity at our 61 member business schools. Forté member schools are the top-rated MBA […]
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Read MoreCareer Stage7 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Career In Finance
Finance can seem intimidating, especially if you think you’re not good at math or that it sounds like a foreign language. But let’s simplify it: you’re already engaging with finance every day without even realizing it.
Think about when a friend asks to borrow money—you’re assessing their risk. Or when you’re shopping and trying to get the best deal, you’re negotiating prices. Even things like buying auto insurance, figuring out inflation, or deciding how much to charge for babysitting involve financial thinking. And yes, even watching Shark Tank and wondering if you’d make a good pitch is a finance-related activity.
You’re savvier than you think! Programs like those offered by the Forté Foundation are dedicated to making this field more approachable and exciting, particularly for college students who may have not considered finance a viable career path.
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Read MoreCareer StageGinny Woods Goes Where Curiosity Leads Her at TD Securities
Ginny Woods does not have a typical finance resume. Instead of heading to an investment bank after Princeton, she took her East Asian Studies degree and followed her curiosity to Japan. After a stint at a paint manufacturing plant, Ginny forged a successful, 10-year journalism career while based in Tokyo. When she was offered a job in equity research for a hedge fund in New York in 2006, her inquisitive nature kicked in again, eventually leading to her current role as Director of Strategic Projects, Managing Director at TD Securities.
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Read MoreArticlesTips for a Successful Virtual Career Fair
Virtual career fairs are fast becoming one of the most effective tools in recruiters’ toolkits. Learn how to make the most of Forté’s virtual career fair with top companies and land the job of your dreams – from the comfort of your laptop.
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