I finished up my Business degree from an IT college last Friday.
I'm expecting a 2.2, hopeful of a 2.1 - I also have the option to repeat 2 modules in August (repeats) if I want to, I passed but had Covid at the time so I get a 'do-over'.
I don't know where to go next - I've applied for general grad jobs/programmes but no real aim/direction.
Ultimately I want to climb to the top of my respective field.
I also think it's best to work towards my strengths.
I've always been better at English based subjects as opposed to Maths based.
I've gotten a 2.1 average in first year of my sisters philosophy module - She just needs to pass to make up credits.
So I've been doing her essays on top of my own course work.
- Consulting
- Law
- Software Dev
- Accounting
- Investment Banking
Consulting:
I'll need a Masters, and a good one.
Interesting work, always been fascinated with how businesses are ran, good exposure, exit opportunities, compensation etc.
Law:
Lends itself to my skillset/aptitudes.
Interesting, always enjoyed Law modules.
Would require a 2 year add €14k cost, and that's just to get on par with Law undergrads, I know I could sit the FE-1s without a Law degree, but that's seemingly ill-advised.
Software:
Out of left field but - Interesting work, best W/L balance, great employment prospects, compensation.
2 of my friends are in the field and loving it.
It looks interesting but I don't know if it's 100% for me.. I'm trying to delve into Java with some online courses this summer.
Would require a 1 year conversion HDip, at least.
Accounting:
Never struggled with accounting, never particularly enjoyed it either.
I've a lot of friends in this field, they say the work isn't all that challenging, exams are the worst part.
I asked a lecturer for career advice (C Suite Ambitions, getting into strategy side of things - what fascinates me about Business) - He said Big4 Public Accounting, Audit (best exposure), get chartered, use exit opportunities, MBA - Onwards and upwards.
I'd probably need a HDip to meet the CAP1 requirement.
Investment Banking:
Requires a stellar masters, even then I doubt I'd get into a target school, and I wouldn't do a Finance Masters regardless.
Sounds stupid, much like accounting because - Maths based subjects are not necessarily my forte.
I've an aunt who's an ex IB Client Relationship Manager - We share a lot of the same attributes, she's excelled in her career despite not being from a Finance background - Hence why I think I'd do well if I somehow got into that realm.
This all probably sounds stupid given my academic track record.
I'm quite ambitious.
I'm also more driven than others presume.
I know people will say money isn't everything or career isn't everything, but there's still people fighting to get to the top of their respective ladders, I want to be one of them, at least for now.
I just don't know what to do or where to even start!
Any and all advice is greatly appreciated!
I'm expecting a 2.2, hopeful of a 2.1 - I also have the option to repeat 2 modules in August (repeats) if I want to, I passed but had Covid at the time so I get a 'do-over'.
I don't know where to go next - I've applied for general grad jobs/programmes but no real aim/direction.
Ultimately I want to climb to the top of my respective field.
I also think it's best to work towards my strengths.
I've always been better at English based subjects as opposed to Maths based.
I've gotten a 2.1 average in first year of my sisters philosophy module - She just needs to pass to make up credits.
So I've been doing her essays on top of my own course work.
- Fast learner, retain a lot of information
- Analytically minded, pragmatic, solid problem solver
- Willing to work long hours to work my way up
- Work well under pressure/don't get stressed
- Consulting
- Law
- Software Dev
- Accounting
- Investment Banking
Consulting:
I'll need a Masters, and a good one.
Interesting work, always been fascinated with how businesses are ran, good exposure, exit opportunities, compensation etc.
Law:
Lends itself to my skillset/aptitudes.
Interesting, always enjoyed Law modules.
Would require a 2 year add €14k cost, and that's just to get on par with Law undergrads, I know I could sit the FE-1s without a Law degree, but that's seemingly ill-advised.
Software:
Out of left field but - Interesting work, best W/L balance, great employment prospects, compensation.
2 of my friends are in the field and loving it.
It looks interesting but I don't know if it's 100% for me.. I'm trying to delve into Java with some online courses this summer.
Would require a 1 year conversion HDip, at least.
Accounting:
Never struggled with accounting, never particularly enjoyed it either.
I've a lot of friends in this field, they say the work isn't all that challenging, exams are the worst part.
I asked a lecturer for career advice (C Suite Ambitions, getting into strategy side of things - what fascinates me about Business) - He said Big4 Public Accounting, Audit (best exposure), get chartered, use exit opportunities, MBA - Onwards and upwards.
I'd probably need a HDip to meet the CAP1 requirement.
Investment Banking:
Requires a stellar masters, even then I doubt I'd get into a target school, and I wouldn't do a Finance Masters regardless.
Sounds stupid, much like accounting because - Maths based subjects are not necessarily my forte.
I've an aunt who's an ex IB Client Relationship Manager - We share a lot of the same attributes, she's excelled in her career despite not being from a Finance background - Hence why I think I'd do well if I somehow got into that realm.
This all probably sounds stupid given my academic track record.
I'm quite ambitious.
I'm also more driven than others presume.
I know people will say money isn't everything or career isn't everything, but there's still people fighting to get to the top of their respective ladders, I want to be one of them, at least for now.
I just don't know what to do or where to even start!
Any and all advice is greatly appreciated!