CFA Career Paths

I’ve seen a number of people go from back office or IT to front office roles. In all these cases it’s been a case of them wanting it really bad, working really hard, and a bit of luck being at the right place at the right time.
Probably not the greatest examples but didn’t Nick Leeson and that SocGen rogue trader come from back office?
 
Like Henry Ford said, “Whether you think you can or cannot, you are right.”
 
The first thing you have to ponder is how many analysts make it to PM in the first place? Needless to say it’s going to be tough but if you go for broke you have a shot. My advice would be to network, network, network! And some more networking! I think this is probably your best shot at getting in! Look into your local CFA chapter; they always have social events, presentations, etc which serve as good networking opportunities.
Also, tone down the cockiness and learn to take constructive criticism
That’s Real Talk.
 
AFloverboy wrote:You can open a friendfinder operation for classy babes. I’m sure FrankArabia would pay a lot of $ to use the service. After a few thousand clients, you could use your CFA skills and IPO your company. Riches will follow. Then get more classy babes. (repeat cycle)
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Are you suggesting he become a pimp!?
 
i would pay so long as the classy babes oblige, i understand that should take a fair amount of capital.
 
This is a tough question for charterholders to answer. The CFA isn’t a means to an end, but it’s actually just the end. Once you’ve attained the charter you can work anywhere you want. There is no “path” anymore. That’s more of a L1 candidate concept.
 
@Sweep the Leg: Thanks for sharing. Do you (or anyone else reading this) know of any entrance barriers for investment research analyst positions out there? Something that someone trying to break into a Jr Analyst position should be aware of, like the expectations of the employers about the candidates’ age, educational background, professional experience, or something else that’s is not mentioned in the job description.
 
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