When semester ends and your calendar suddenly opens up, it’s tempting to collapse into full-time relaxation mode (and you absolutely deserve some downtime!) . But if you’re studying finance or starting your career, semester breaks can also be golden opportunities to invest in something even more powerful than your GPA: your professional momentum.
Algorithmic decisions can inadvertently incorporate biases present in their training data or design. Even when gender or race isn’t explicitly used, AI models may still discriminate by relying on proxy variables or skewed historical patterns . As a result, women and minorities have often been disproportionately negatively impacted by such automated decisions . The illustration above symbolises how algorithms might favour certain profiles over others – some inputs get a green light while others face a question mark, reflecting potential hidden bias.
Think a successful finance career is all about math and spreadsheets? Think again. In today’s finance world, communication is king. Whether you’re a financial analyst, advisor, or CFO, it’s not enough to know the numbers; you must explain, persuade, and inspire with them. This is the “language of money” – translating complex financial concepts into clear, relatable insights.
Introduction – Finance Without Borders: Imagine analyzing investment deals in New York, advising clients in London, or developing fintech solutions in Singapore – all in one career. In today’s interconnected economy, a career in finance can truly become a ticket to see the world.
Ever made a financial choice that felt irrational in hindsight? Perhaps you hesitated to sell a losing stock or splurged on something you knew wasn’t in the budget. You’re not alone. Money isn’t just about numbers – it’s deeply psychological. Welcome to the world of behavioural finance, where economists and psychologists (think Nobel laureates like Daniel Kahneman and Richard Thaler) team up to explain why we often act against our own financial best interests.
If you’re starting in finance as a recent graduate you’ll quickly discover that technical skills alone aren’t enough. You also need to communicate your insights compellingly. Whether you’re explaining a budget to non-financial colleagues or pitching an analysis to executives, strong presentation skills will set you apart.
Kickstart your finance career in Australia with our practical guide, covering education, networking, internships, mentorship and more.
Introduction: Starting a career in finance is exciting, but it can also be intimidating. You might find yourself sitting in a meeting surrounded by experienced colleagues in suits, heart pounding as you wonder, “Am I really cut out for this, or did I just get lucky?”
Have you ever read a job ad and thought:
“Wow, I’d love this… but I don’t meet every single requirement. Better not apply.”
You’re not alone — and you’re not wrong for thinking that way.
But it might be time to rewrite that inner narrative.
In a recent F3 poll, 100% of respondents said they wouldn’t apply for a role unless they met 100% of the job description.
“Mind the gap” is a familiar warning on train platforms – and it’s also an apt phrase for the gaps we still see between men and women in the finance industry. Despite progress, a gender gap in pay and leadership persists in finance, both in Australia and globally.
