How I Got Into Investment Banking & Venture Capital After IIM Shillong | My First Job Ep 7 [Video]

We’re excited to feature our first finance profile in the My First Job series! In this episode, we speak with Ayesha Dutta, a Venture Capitalist who did her MBA from IIM Shillong after completing an MSc in Economics.

In this episode, we discuss:
– Who should pursue an MBA in Finance vs MSc in Finance?
– Real purpose of internships
– What does an Investment Banker do? An in-depth look.
– What does a VC do?
– Career progression and salary in VC, IB, and Equity Research.
– Exit opportunities after working in VC.
– Top sources for staying updated on finance and business.
– Advice for MBA finance aspirants.

This episode explores various career paths in finance, including Investment Banking, Equity Research, and Venture Capital. Whether you’re deciding between an MBA or an MSc, curious about the role of an Investment Banker, or interested in breaking into VC, this conversation offers invaluable insights into career progression, salary expectations, and the skills needed to succeed in the fast-paced world of finance.

Follow Ayesha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayesha-dutta-57ba93153?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
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00:00 Intro
01:16 Life Journey
02:26 MBA vs. MSc
06:24 First Job as an Investment Banker
10:15 What Does an Investment Banker Do?
14:28 Role of a VC
16:39 Business & Finance Resources
18:05 What Does a VC Look for in a Pitch Deck?
20:12 Salary & Career Growth
25:30 Exit Opportunities
26:24 Final Advice
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