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Getting work experience and internships in finance
Advice on applying for internships and placements in finance, as well as how to make a good impression during your work experience and what options are available.
Four common interview questions for graduate jobs in accountancy and financial management
You can't know exactly what questions you're going to be asked in an interview for a graduate job in accountancy, but there are some common questions that you're likely to encounter.
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How to ace your investment banking interview
Investment banking careers aren’t all glitz, glamour and fat pay cheques. Breaking into investment banking is notoriously competitive, and the graduate recruitment process is no exception. While the rewards can be immense, so are the expectations. Securing a graduate role at a leading investment bank requires more than just academic brilliance – you’ll need composure under pressure, sharp commercial instincts, and the ability to stand out.
Example interview questions for retail banking, insurance and actuarial graduate jobs
Prepare for your finance interview with these typical interview questions, which have been asked by the likes of RBS, Lloyds Banking Group and others.
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How to get a job in finance with an engineering degree
Learn how to transition from finance to engineering and get inspiration from a student who’s making the switch.
Are you the next future leader at Unilever?
Try your hand at the Unilever Graduate Programme! Gain insights that prepare you for the scheme and decide if this is the company for you.
Deutsche Bank internship cover letter tips
It’s vital that you make the most of your Deutsche Bank internship cover letter, as your chance of going to the next stage of the firm’s selection process depends on it.
CIMA: tips for a successful career in finance and management accountancy
We spoke with Abbie Percox, a Finance Graduate at Network Rail, about what management accountancy involves, how to combine work and studying for accountancy qualifications, and where her CIMA qualification could take her.
Can I get into finance without a finance degree?
It’s possible to get into a finance career with any degree subject, though this is easier with some employers than others.
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From Big 4 to start-ups, training as an accountant can lead to a stellar career in finance
Meet the business shakers, the technology shapers, the dream facilitators and the path makers – all of whom hold ICAEW qualifications. It’s time to kick out old stereotypes and find out where modern accountancy can take you.
The Big 4’s entry criteria and your graduate job application
All the Big 4 firms have made significant changes to their academic entry requirements in recent years, giving hope to students whose applications in previous years would not have got through initial screening. How will these changes affect your chances of getting employed by EY, Deloitte, KPMG or PwC?
Assessment centres: putting would-be accountants to the graduate test
Most accountancy and professional services firms use assessment centres to select the best graduates. Here's what happens and how you can tick the big box called 'impressing recruiters'.
