A conversation with VJIM’s Asst. professor in Finance Dr. Vishal Kutchu
Finance has traditionally been considered one of the most lucrative domains of management and here’s a tete-a-tete with Dr. Kutchu who brings with him a decade and a half long experience and is currently working as an Asst. Professor of Finance and Accounting at VJIM, Hyderabad.
Dr. Kutchu believes that Finance as a domain has grown further in recent years- and in fact, in leaps and bounds. Today, we understand that the world of Finance is not just about number crunching. Professionals in the field take on crucial decision-making roles in their organizations. He has insights on what careers in Finance can offer future managers. He shares his Five Hottest Career Profiles for future professionals with MBA in Finance.
Investment Banking
Think the high rises of Canary Wharf in London, or New York and Hong Kong. They host offices of some of the top investment bankers in the world. As an investment banker, you have to play the vital role in helping your company get funds needed for the business. From managing assets to tracking the market to advise on the launch of IPOs etc.; you have to deliver on a number of important responsibilities. But the rewards are substantial. Meteoric career growth, opportunity to travel the world and lucrative increments are par for the course.
Finance Consulting
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst and Young, Deloitte, KPMG are just some of the leading consulting firms that hire professionals with MBA in Finance. Consulting is a pivotal role in an organization as it helps improve its business performance. As a financial consultant, you will identify the problem, address it and suggest solutions that can be the cause of major turnaround in any company. It’s a rewarding career option that offers immense satisfaction.
Private Banking
With traditional powerhouses and new players entering the market, this is a Finance sector that has shown burgeoning growth. It is a combination of banking, investment and other financial services offered to individual clients. Relationship Manager is a profile that has gained popularity only in the recent past. Professionals in the field advice clients on a vast array of choices in front of them and build strong relationships with their organizations.
Merchant Banking
The simplest way to describe it is that it is a combination of banking and consultancy. It involves offering financial advice and services to not only major corporations but high net worth individuals as well. It is a challenging career profile as you have to guide clients on a number of topics from mergers and acquisitions to investing in projects etc. Entry into the field can open doors for noteworthy careers worldwide.
Asset Management
ICICI Securities, HDFC Securities have been some of the top recruiters in B Schools all over the country. They look for dedicated industry-ready candidates who can handle the important task of professional management of securities and assets to meet the investment goals of the investors. Your clients can be private investors or large-scale institutions; either way, the dynamic career profile has a lot to offer in terms of career satisfaction and growth.
Besides these red-hot career profiles, MBA in Finance opens up several other exciting avenues that lead to successful long-term careers.
About Dr. Vishal Kutchu
Dr. Kutchu started his career as a professor in the year 2003 from Osmania University and thereafter, taught at various organizations prior to shifting to VJIM, Hyderabad in 2018. His 16+ years of experience in teaching Accounting, Finance, Economics, IT and General Management to MBA students give him the extra edge to deliver relatable classroom sessions. He brings a unique energy to his classrooms by using innovative teaching pedagogies that help in making non-Finance students take extra interest in the subject and Finance enthusiasts to find newer meanings and possibilities in it.