{"id":31583,"date":"2023-09-11T16:40:11","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T14:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/?p=31583"},"modified":"2026-04-03T21:27:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T19:27:00","slug":"career-tips-for-your-master-in-finance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/career-tips-for-your-master-in-finance\/","title":{"rendered":"Career tips for your Master in Finance"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/span> 3<\/span> min read<\/span><\/span>\n

At IE University, your future is our focus. And with our extensive list of transformative programs and the help of our faculty and our IE Talent & Careers<\/a> department, it isn\u2019t difficult to find what you\u2019re looking for. The Master in Finance<\/a> provides you with the advanced skills, challenges and knowledge to find your purpose, enrich your career path and specialize to best suit your strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for career growth, extensive networking, personalization and financial expertise, the Master in Finance will take you there. Associate director for finance programs for IE Talent & Careers and adjunct professor, Rodrigo Hurtado del Nido<\/a> uses his over eight years of experience in global financial and investment markets to guide IE University Master in Finance students down the right path. And thanks to IE University’s professional partnerships and the Master in Finance\u2019s extensive curriculum, Rodrigo is able to help students make professional connections. \u201cI advise Master in Finance students and actively facilitate collaboration between global finance companies and IE University.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using his global career to lead<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

During a career marked by leadership roles, Rodrigo has spearheaded innovative investment projects across Latin America, the United States and Europe. He has worked on projects with Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNWI), family offices and institutional clients. His journey represents a fusion of financial expertise, leadership and a commitment to educating future financial leaders. This commitment is proven by his work as an adjunct professor and associate director at IE University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the skills Rodrigo focuses on in the classroom is networking. \u201cNetworking is pivotal for students seeking job opportunities. Effective networking can accelerate their progress, which is why it\u2019s the foremost soft skill for Master in Finance students.\u201d Rodrigo also works with students to teach them about teamwork, leadership and communication. \u201cWhile Master in Finance students can be competitive, it’s important to emphasize that real-world scenarios often require collaborative teamwork and leadership skills. Effective communication is key for success.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These skills are developed throughout the program thanks to the expert guidance from IE Talent & Careers. Master in Finance students will learn to enhance their visibility, personal brand and professional connections. What\u2019s more, students are exposed to opportunities from day one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Workshops with companies like Amplify Trading and training with organizations like Morgan Stanley ensure early collaboration and skill development.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Advice from IE Talent & Careers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The team at IE Talent & Careers works actively to foster hard and soft skills from the very start of the program. They help guide and support students on their personal and professional journey. But students also have to do their part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rodrigo gives his top tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n