What are some jobs available to those wanting to enter the venture capital world?
BS Physics, MS Electrical Engineering How can I get a job in a NY venture capital / financial firm? Ultimately I'd like to find tech companies to invest in and be involved in start-ups.
Other - Business & Finance - 1 Answers - 2008-12-15 15:37:38

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Getting into the venture capital world is really tough. It is a highly coveted job. There are two primary paths that offer the best odds. The first path is to get an MBA from a top tier business school. Your technical background will be a good complimentary fit. But, you need the MBA for the finance side. Think Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Sloan, etc. With that, you have a decent shot at an associate (junior) position. The second path is to become a successful entrepreneur, high level executive or top technologist. This is obviously the longer term path as you need a standout track record that takes years to assemble.

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Getting into the venture capital world is really tough. It is a highly coveted job. There are two primary paths that offer the best odds. The first path is to get an MBA from a top tier business school. Your technical background will be a good complimentary fit. But, you need the MBA for the finance side. Think Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Sloan, etc. With that, you have a decent shot at an associate (junior) position. The second path is to become a successful entrepreneur, high level executive or top technologist. This is obviously the longer term path as you need a standout track record that takes years to assemble.
2008-12-15 21:50:28