Econ Major ok for Ibanking?

Graduate School Business School - MBA
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<p>Quick question on a similar note:</p>

<p>I am attending the University of Pennsylvania as an Economics major at the College of Arts and Sciences. I have done some reading and some research and lately have been thinking about the possibility of working for an ibank after college. </p>

<p>Would you say that an Economics major is at a disadvantage compared to Finance majors when it comes to obtaining jobs in this field?</p>

<p>Are Economics majors at Penn recruited or able to attend events at which ibanks come to talk with students?</p>

<p>What advice would you have for an Economics major looking to get into the ibanking field?</p>

<p>If I am strongly considering ibanking, should I attempt to transfer to Wharton and go after a Finance degree?</p>

<p>Any help would be appreciated.</p>

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<p>Econ is fine, especially at an ivy league school like Upenn. The major isn't so important. But one thing you might want to think about is you'll be competing with the Wharton kids. You'll have to stand out among the liberal arts Upenn students.</p>

<p>Transferring to Wharton might not work since it's so competitive, but if you can, I would highly recommend it.</p>