These are all the hard work I’ve put in for preparing for the Oxford Telephone Interview - staying back at office until 10pm almost everyday for the past two weeks. As I’ve mentioned in my previous post. I didn’t use much of the stuff I prepared. Therefore, I decided to post this in my blog so that all my efforts are not wasted(at least someone will get to read this) - just to let myself feel better. lol. as you can see, I even typed out the introduction line so you can guess how nervous am I at that point of time. My response might sound a bit “arrogant” depending how you see it, I am just trying to “sell” myself to them.
Hello, Good morning can I speak to Dr. Mirela Predescu. I’m Zhemin Chong calling from Malaysia for the Oxford MFE interview.
Source: http://www.chongzhemin.com/2007/07/oxford-mfe-interview-preparations.html
Why Finance?
This answer could probably be dated back when I just finished my hish school. I got to read the book “Rich dad, Poor dad” by Robert Kiyosaki and this ignited my interest to be financially literate which is very much stressed by the author in the book. The idea of letting money work for you instead of working for money really fascinates me and I started to be interested in financial related matters. At that point of time, my parents were encouraging me to become an accountant. I accepted their advice and switch from science stream to the art streams (business). Throughout the years in my university, I participated in the Investment Game. In the game, we simulate the trading of shares and we are given a budget of RM100k. The person who maximizes his portfolio will win the game. Since then I started to be very interested in stock markets. I am keen on knowing all the valuation theories for me to choose the correct counter to invest. I’m also interested in the value investing proposed by Warren Buffett(to be more precise, it should be Benjamin Graham). Since then, I’ve read up a lot of articles regarding Value Investing and Warren Buffett. In the finance papers in my degree course, I was taught how to apply the formula(for eg black scholes) to value options or share. However, I am a person which could not accept things blindly, I need a solid proof/derivation before accepting any formulas. This is one of the reasons I want to do a MFE. I also believe that Oxford is the right place which could fulfill my inquisitive character.
Why Oxford? Why MFE?
First, oxford has a fantastic brand name and it’s a great thing to be associated with oxford. When anyone mentioned Oxford, we would expect a tough and rigorous academic syllabus. Besides that Oxford is an old university with rich traditions. It also has a huge alumnus across the world. I am aware that this is a relatively new course compared to other Finance courses which are well established. However I am attracted to the theoretical nature of the program which could meet my needs and interest. I’m very into the derivations of formula and the financial theories. This program is meant to offer the type of curriculum that I’m searching for. This course would provide me with a thorough understanding of all different aspects of finance. It will help me to get the broader picture. Most important thing is this program could help me develop critical and analytical skills that is very much required to earn a career in an Investment Bank. I also understand that this program requires significant quantitative skills which are clearly not in my profile. However I believe from my proven excellent academic track record I could succeed in the MFE program. I am willing to work hard and also endure the intense academic demands. Switching from a science background to accounting background after my high school is like climbing a hill; Switching from an accounting degree to a finance Masters is like climbing a mountain. I’ve conquered a hill; you should be convinced that I’m able to climb up the mountain. I’m absolutely optimistic in doing so! This is a very challenging and demanding course and I’m ready to take up the challenge.
Hello, Good morning can I speak to Dr. Mirela Predescu. I’m Zhemin Chong calling from Malaysia for the Oxford MFE interview.
Source: http://www.chongzhemin.com/2007/07/oxford-mfe-interview-preparations.html
Why Finance?
This answer could probably be dated back when I just finished my hish school. I got to read the book “Rich dad, Poor dad” by Robert Kiyosaki and this ignited my interest to be financially literate which is very much stressed by the author in the book. The idea of letting money work for you instead of working for money really fascinates me and I started to be interested in financial related matters. At that point of time, my parents were encouraging me to become an accountant. I accepted their advice and switch from science stream to the art streams (business). Throughout the years in my university, I participated in the Investment Game. In the game, we simulate the trading of shares and we are given a budget of RM100k. The person who maximizes his portfolio will win the game. Since then I started to be very interested in stock markets. I am keen on knowing all the valuation theories for me to choose the correct counter to invest. I’m also interested in the value investing proposed by Warren Buffett(to be more precise, it should be Benjamin Graham). Since then, I’ve read up a lot of articles regarding Value Investing and Warren Buffett. In the finance papers in my degree course, I was taught how to apply the formula(for eg black scholes) to value options or share. However, I am a person which could not accept things blindly, I need a solid proof/derivation before accepting any formulas. This is one of the reasons I want to do a MFE. I also believe that Oxford is the right place which could fulfill my inquisitive character.
Why Oxford? Why MFE?
First, oxford has a fantastic brand name and it’s a great thing to be associated with oxford. When anyone mentioned Oxford, we would expect a tough and rigorous academic syllabus. Besides that Oxford is an old university with rich traditions. It also has a huge alumnus across the world. I am aware that this is a relatively new course compared to other Finance courses which are well established. However I am attracted to the theoretical nature of the program which could meet my needs and interest. I’m very into the derivations of formula and the financial theories. This program is meant to offer the type of curriculum that I’m searching for. This course would provide me with a thorough understanding of all different aspects of finance. It will help me to get the broader picture. Most important thing is this program could help me develop critical and analytical skills that is very much required to earn a career in an Investment Bank. I also understand that this program requires significant quantitative skills which are clearly not in my profile. However I believe from my proven excellent academic track record I could succeed in the MFE program. I am willing to work hard and also endure the intense academic demands. Switching from a science background to accounting background after my high school is like climbing a hill; Switching from an accounting degree to a finance Masters is like climbing a mountain. I’ve conquered a hill; you should be convinced that I’m able to climb up the mountain. I’m absolutely optimistic in doing so! This is a very challenging and demanding course and I’m ready to take up the challenge.
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