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Financial Modeler's Corner
Beyond the Classroom: Why Learning Excel is an Investment for your Career
Feb 1, 2024
Listen to competitors share why learning Excel is crucial for career success. Andrew Ngai reflects on his hobby turning into a competition at the HyperX arena in Vegas. Students discuss their favorite Excel formulas and the benefits of financial modeling. Get 15% off Advanced Financial Modeler Accreditation with code 'Podcast' at fminstitute.com/podcast
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- Participating in financial modeling contests enhances Excel skills and data analysis.
- Competitive context in financial modeling contests fosters problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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Experience of Competing in the Financial Modeling Contest
Competing in the financial modeling contest was a thrilling experience for Tess and Spencer from the University of Arizona. They were part of the winning team and found the event engaging as they interacted with other teams during the preliminaries. The contest involved varied case studies, ranging from strike zones and batters to physics-related challenges. While Tess breezed through the first level, Spencer found the subsequent case challenging but ultimately rewarding.
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