Havard i-banking? What?

mycornerofparadise
Sat, 24 Dec 2005 16:49:06 +0000

I’ve read the other threads dealing with this subject, but I just don’t get it. The curriculum as I understand it at Harvard is mostly theory-based. And yet half of the class at Harvard are econ majors. Why would i-banks want to hire them if they don’t take practical coursework like they do at Wharton? I mean, it’s so broad and NOT closely tied to finance/personal investment. Is it just internships and cross-reg with MIT that serve as their saving grace? And I was accepted EA, so if it sounds like I’m bashing Harvard, I’m not. It’s my absolute top choice, but I really want to understand all sides before I send off my acceptance of admission in April/May. Thanks for the help, guys! And happy holidays!