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Investment Banking Without Maths: A Guide

This document outlines a step-by-step career path for Cambridge A-Level students aspiring to become investment bankers without a strong math background. It includes guidance on choosing appropriate bachelor's degrees, recommended colleges, entrance exams, and building a strong profile through internships and networking. Additionally, it provides a study plan for entrance exams and lists required documents for admission to selected universities.

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Investment Banking Without Maths: A Guide

This document outlines a step-by-step career path for Cambridge A-Level students aspiring to become investment bankers without a strong math background. It includes guidance on choosing appropriate bachelor's degrees, recommended colleges, entrance exams, and building a strong profile through internships and networking. Additionally, it provides a study plan for entrance exams and lists required documents for admission to selected universities.

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Investment Banking Career Path Without Maths - Plan for Cambridge A-Level Students

Step-by-Step Path to Become an Investment Banker

1. Understand What Investment Banking Requires

- Strong Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business

- Communication & analytical skills

- Internships and networking

- Master's degree (MBA/MSc Finance) later

2. Choose the Right Bachelor's Degree (Without Maths)

- BBA, BA Economics, [Link] General

- Liberal Arts with Business or Finance Minor

3. Top Indian Colleges Accepting Students Without Maths:

- Ashoka University, FLAME University, NMIMS, OP Jindal, Christ University, Symbiosis, Amity

4. Entrance Exams to Prepare For:

- SAT, NPAT, SET, FEAT, CUET

5. Build a Strong Profile During Graduation:

- Internships, financial skills, online courses, networking

6. Do a Master's Degree:

- MBA or MSc Finance from top B-schools in India or abroad

7. Final Goal:

- Enter investment banking as analyst/associate after graduation and master's

Personalized College Shortlist (No Maths Needed)

1. Ashoka University - BA Economics, BSc Finance (SAT / Aptitude Test + Interview)

2. FLAME University - BBA (Finance track), BA Economics (FEAT / SAT + Essay + Interview)

3. NMIMS (SCMS) - BBA Finance specialization (NPAT Exam)


Investment Banking Career Path Without Maths - Plan for Cambridge A-Level Students
4. OP Jindal Global University - BBA, BA Economics (Direct + JSAT or SAT)

5. Christ University - BBA (CUET + Interview)

6. Symbiosis (SCMS Pune) - BBA (SET Exam)

7. Amity University - BBA / BA Economics (Direct or entrance-based)

Entrance Exam Study Plan (8 Weeks)

Week 1-2: Basics

- English: Reading, Grammar

- Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, directions

- Quant: Percentages, Ratios, Averages (basic for NPAT/SET)

- Practice 1 mock test

Week 3-6: Deep Practice

- 2-3 practice papers weekly

- Revise weak areas

- Use Khan Academy for SAT

- Use Arihant / Pearson books for NPAT/SET

Week 7-8: Mock Tests & Revision

- Full-length mocks

- Watch YouTube strategy videos

- Finalize college list and documents

Resources

1. Khan Academy (SAT) - [Link]

2. Career Launcher YouTube (NPAT, SET, CUET) - [Link]

3. Unacademy (Free live classes) - [Link]

4. TCY / Oliveboard (Mock tests) - [Link]


Investment Banking Career Path Without Maths - Plan for Cambridge A-Level Students
Documents Required for Admission

- A Level & IGCSE transcripts

- School Leaving Certificate

- AIU Equivalence Certificate

- Passport-size photos

- Statement of Purpose (for Ashoka, FLAME, Jindal)

- SAT / Entrance exam scorecards

Good luck on your journey! If you want help with essays or interview prep, just ask!

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