A career in Investment Banking can be said to be one of the most exciting and challenging in the finance-related field. Since a number of factors can contribute to the rise and fall of markets, the field also requires professionals to be updated and work on their feet. Investment Bankers are professionals with high financial aptitude and good knowledge of the market. Hence, they are often at the centre of the action in major deals between corporations.

Eligibility to become Investment Banker

Must have passed 12th class

Must have completed graduation in any stream

Apply as a junior Analyst or associate

Required good knowledge of finance, mathematics, deal structuring and closing principals. Strong communication and networking skills. Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills, especially in explaining market events.

To become an Investment Banker in India, it is not mandatory to take up any particular course or stream. Any person who has a good understanding of financial assets and investing can potentially become an Investment Banker.

There are some courses might help you to become a investment banker.

B.com

BBA

BMS

MBA in finance

Cfa (professional certificat)

Investment Banker raise funds for corporations and government agencies by structuring the issuance of securities such as stocks and bonds. They also advise corporations that are contemplating mergers and acquisitions. Careers in investment banking require strong quantitative abilities combined with excellent sales skills, a willingness to work hard, excellent people skills, and a competitive nature.

Junior Analyst or associate you can join as

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Sales and Trading

Capital Markets

Private Equity etc.

Investment bankers often work at investment banks, the largest of which are Goldman Sachs (GS), Morgan Stanley (MS), JPMorgan Chase (JPM), Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BAC) and Deutsche Bank (DB). Whether or not they work for a true investment bank, investment bankers assist in large, complicated financial transactions.