Banking & Financial Services Sector Advice
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Sector Essentials
Impress employers and colleagues alike with your familiarity of financial services terminology from A to Z.
Financial services extend numerous opportunities to think out of the box – but not many know that just getting into the sector itself is a chance for graduates to flex their creativity and create their own moments and prospects.
With so much buzz around fintech of late, Kai Shin shares a few things you should know about fintech to separate the noise from the facts.
It can be tough to pave your way in this industry, but success in this business can lead to a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Taking your first step into the financial sector can be daunting, especially when surrounded by stiff competition.
If you want to specialise in an area of finance but don’t have a related degree, consider taking up postgraduate study.
You don’t have to give up your financial-industry aspirations just because you don’t have a degree
related to finance!
related to finance!
Wondering if you have what it takes to build a career in the world of finance? Here are some personality traits and skills that can give you the upper hand in the industry.
What are the major sectors supporting Singapore’s thriving financial arena? Who are their clienteles? Let’s explore the main pillars supporting the nation’s financial hub and find out which industry resonates with you the most.
Discover which role and company in the financial services industry are the best fit for you!
A breakdown on what the financial services are about.
Contrary to popular belief, working in this industry doesn’t always mean having to work in a bank.
Tailor your resume to heighten your chance of getting hired in the retail banking and insurance industry!
Here’s more to expand your vocabulary of jargons and how to use them correctly.
Here’s Part 1 of gradsingapore’s A-Z jargon guide for graduates to understand key terms used in the financial services and banking industry.
Applying to work in the finance industry can be quite the undertaking, especially with how competitive the sector is, but it doesn’t always have to be stressful!
There’s more to breaking into the banking industry than the usual done-till-death graduate schemes.
Sector Areas of Work
Determine a client’s eligibility for an insurance policy and the amount of premium to be paid.
Collect, analyse and interpret quantitative data.
Trusted advisers who manage a range of financial responsibilities for high-net-worth clients.
Risk managers help companies to navigate through financial uncertainty and potential risks.
Serve customers and help them meet their daily financial needs.
A highly diverse field with a constantly changing work environment.
Use mathematical and statistical models to conduct various types of analyses and assessments to predict and manage risks.
Life on the Job
At DBS Bank, new paths are constantly forged in a supportive team environment.