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<p>That’s interesting. I plan on doing I-Banking from AEM. Policy Analysis really doesn’t sound like it would give you a finance background. Are there any finance classes or strong quantitative classes in the curriculum? </p>
<p>On the other hand, I do personally know an art major and a science major who both got front office jobs in a BB (however, neither went to Cornell). It is possible to break into IB with a major that is not clearly defined as the “pathway to IB”.</p>
<p>Are you looking at doing banking as a long term career?</p>
<p>You’d be much better off if you go into AEM/ILR/ORIE/ENG/Math/Econ. <— Investment banking kids usually come from these majors. </p>
<p>Not saying that PAM is impossible, of course.</p>
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Would have to agree with MisterPresident on that one.</p>
<p>I also agree with that. If banking is your goal, the more quantitative you can get, the better.</p>
<p>I have really strong quantitative skills, but I find the PAM curriculum much more engaging and worthwhile. (personal opinion, not trying to knock anyone here). </p>
<p>If I take math/aem classes will that be reflected on my transcript/taken into account when applying for a job/internship?</p>
<p>Then do PAM. If you want to do PAM, but ultimately be an I-banker, no one will stop you. If the PAM curriculum appeals to you though, I’m not sure why banking appeals to you as a career. But it’s cool to have a diverse interests. You’ll definitely want to load up on math/AEM/econ classes though, in addition to PAM.</p>
<p>My recommendation: Econ 3330 - Financial Economics, an accounting course, a management course, and math through Calc III/linear algebra.</p>
<p>Oops forgot to mention Hotel.</p>
<p>And really, not being in one of those more business-y majors doesn’t hurt. In fact, it may help you. There are thousands of Econ and Finance majors out there in the world, and it’s hard for your resume to stand out in the pile. A recruiter will more likely remember your name if your major is not one those generic, IB-path majors.</p>
<p>cool. PAM is–on some level–about quantifying human behavior so that could perhaps be an interesting interview topic?
Also, just found this: 29% of PAM graduates go into “financial sector” and 32% make 60-70k the year after graduation, so SOME of those are probably in IBanking somewhere.</p>
<p>Cayuga, I am a Cornell A&S alum and went into banking. My best advice is to be in the major where you are passionate about the coursework and can get a high GPA that will allow you to get interviews. If you are in PAM, then just make sure to take some econ/finance classes to show your interest in banking. However, other than that, I would not worry too much about it. If you want to be in finance, then make sure to develop this interest outside of classes too by joining the investment club or similar organizations. Then, those interests and involvement will shine through in interviews and you can get the job. I knew a bunch of PAM people in banking, so you certainly have company.</p>
<p>thanks NYC0205!<br>
I may also try to minor/concentrate in financial engineering.</p>