Introduction to the Finance Industry Boot Camp

Are you a first-year or sophomore who is interested in the financial services industry? The Intro to the Finance Industry Boot Camp will provide you with a thorough exploration of the industry, the participants in the industry, and the myriad of career paths available.

You will learn the difference between the Sell Side and the Buy Side, including the role of the investment banker, capital markets, asset management, hedge funds, private equity, private wealth management, and supporting functions. You will walk away with an understanding of financial terminology, roles within the industry, and confidence to help you build your network.

The boot camp will be facilitated by Stephanie Hockman who brings over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry. She is currently Program Director for Careers in Business and Finance at Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning at Amherst College. Prior to her current role, she worked at BNP Paribas as a Managing Director in Global Equities and Commodity Derivatives (“GECD”) leading teams in New York, London and Hong Kong as well as leading the internship and analyst/associate programs. Prior to BNP Paribas, Stephanie was a Principal and head of relationship management at Banc of America Securities. Stephanie started her career at Arthur Andersen as a tax consultant after earning her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin.