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How long does it take to become an investment banker? One can become an investment banking analyst directly after earning a bachelorâs degree, but it can take two or more years of working experience plus a graduate degree to advance to associate status at an investment bank.
The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is well worth considering if you (a) are aiming for an entry-level position in investment banking, and/or (b) cannot afford to shell out six figures for an MBA or have to settle for a lesser-known B-school.n summary, if you are fortunate enough to be enrolled in a top B-school, the MBA should be enough for you to get your foot in the door upon completion. But the CFA is increasingly becoming a viable alternative to jumpstart a career in investment banking, not least because of its scarcity value.