A merger takes place when two companies combine to form a new company. Companies merge to reduce competition, increase market share, introduce new products or services, improve operations, and, ultimately, drive more revenue. Understanding mergers is essential if you’re considering a career path in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), a branch of investment banking or corporate …
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An acquisition is a business transaction that occurs when one company purchases and gains control over another company. These transactions are a core part of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), a career path in corporate law or finance that focuses on the buying, selling, and consolidation of companies. In this guide, we’ll cover: What Is a …
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The modern workplace has changed significantly in recent years, with the COVID-19 pandemic accelerating a transition to remote or hybrid work and inspiring, at least in part, The Great Resignation. As a result of these and other socioeconomic trends, some formerly tried-and-true job search advice has, well, gone stale. So here are eight old-school career …
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The global pandemic has ushered in an era of remote work, but not all employees are fans of a virtual office. Recent research from Glassdoor found that 70% of interns view remote work negatively, citing difficulty in communication and collaboration in a wholly digital environment. Remote roles can be challenging, particularly for first-time employees eager …
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An internship can dramatically improve your odds of securing a full-time job. In fact, 70% of employers offer full-time positions to their interns, according to research from the National Association of Colleges and Employers. But how exactly can you score your first gig when you … have yet to score your first gig? We chatted …
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Investment management involves creating, monitoring and optimizing clients’ financial portfolios. The profession can be pretty lucrative: Top financial managers make more than 4.5 times the median annual pay for all professions, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But is investment management a good career path? We spoke to industry professionals to …
While official numbers from the U.S. Labor Department suggest the job market is still white-hot, there are signs an economic downturn is coming. But whether the Great Resignation continues or a new recession takes hold, job seekers can benefit from knowing what hiring managers are (and aren’t) looking for during the recruitment process. We rounded …
Internships are on the rise. According to a recent survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers, employers expect to boost their intern hiring by 22.6% for the 2021-22 academic year. But there’s no need to stress if you couldn’t secure one of those coveted spots. For starters, you’re not alone. You’re also not …
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