Unlock Your Finance Career: How Collaborative Learning at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business Transforms Student Success

Using career services can really pay off for students. Research shows that those who engage with their career centers tend to receive more job offers and feel better prepared for their future careers. Data from Lightcast indicates that alumni who tap into career support feel their degrees are worth the investment. However, encouraging students to take advantage of these services can be challenging.

Misty Start, the Executive Director for Career Services at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, emphasizes the importance of networking. She notes that students may find this daunting and often need to refine their resumes multiple times to succeed.

“We all share the same goal,” Start explains. “We want our students to have a clear understanding of their career paths and be fully ready to navigate them.” Faculty provide academic insights, while student leaders share peer perspectives, creating a supportive environment.

The collaboration among faculty, student groups, and career services is key. Student leaders offer valuable feedback that shapes career services, and faculty contribute the expertise needed to build the skills that employers seek. Most importantly, these partnerships boost student involvement.

A great example of this teamwork is the partnership between the BU Finance Club, the BU Financial Modeling Club, the Feld Center, and various faculty members. While the student clubs have been running helpful workshops for their members, faculty felt these workshops needed a more rigorous approach to prepare students for a competitive industry that starts recruitment as early as sophomore year.

This cooperative model not only enhances skills but also fosters engagement among students, making their journey into the professional world smoother and more informed.