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Wealth Management 101: The Hidden World of Private Banking

Tom Spencer

The financial services industry comprises firms that operate across a range of sectors: Asset & Wealth Management, Banking & Capital Markets, and Insurance. In simple terms, asset management firms are the ‘manufacturers’ of investment products (e.g., clients can purchase iShares on the RBC Wealth platform).

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China Faces "Minsky Moment" on Ponzi Financing

MishTalk

Inquiring minds are tuning into a report on the Ponzi finance setup in China. We have described in detail over the past two years how we believe China’s twin excesses (excessive investment funded by excessive debt) will inevitably unwind, causing a substantial slowdown in China’s economy, significantly below market expectations.

Finance 75
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What is consulting?

Tom Spencer

Some people also call consulting a ‘talk-job’ – you go to the clients, you talk about what the ideal world scenario would be for a particular project, product or market, and your billable hours are sorted. Operations Consultants: Operations consultants are consultants who help clients improve the performance of their operations.

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Embracing Experiential Learning

Tom Spencer

A few experiential learning opportunities to look for on campus include consulting clubs, finance clubs, student government, and technology development teams. As a result, students get a glimpse into what working in a particular space may feel like such as consulting, finance, politics, or technology. Opportunities on-campus.

Finance 88
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Business Startup Success With Expert Help

Business Consulting Agency

The Role of Business Startup Consulting Services Commencing a new business venture is a multifaceted endeavor that encompasses everything from initial planning to market entry and beyond. Financial Planning Business consultants aid in creating realistic budgets, helping startups manage their finances effectively right from the start.

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Emergence of Formal Behavioral Insights Teams and Initiatives

Steve Shu Consulting

I recently ran into a short video by the New South Wales government which does a great job of introducing the notion of behavioral insights and application in the governmental space. For example, Opower tapped into a great market using software-as-a-service and a behavioral efficiency model for saving energy. How will the wave build?

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Big Data: An Opportunity for Data Scientists & Data Analysts

Tom Spencer

Many of the world’s thought leaders believe that data will unlock a huge transformation in the way that businesses operate and thrive in the 21st Century. Job Market Prospects. The above statements encapsulate the promise and possibilities that data offers. Data Proliferation. Required Skills. According to the U.S.

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