Warwick Business School Society

🔹 Weekly Investment Insight by QIG 🔹 This week, we’re excited to feature Value Investing, a timeless strategy focused on identifying undervalued stocks. Explore the essentials: 1️⃣ Core Concepts – Understand the difference between intrinsic and book value and how they shape investment decisions. 2️⃣ Graham’s Maxims – From diversifying portfolios to prioritizing quality, learn the principles that guide value investors. 3️⃣ Screening Tools – Discover how metrics like P/E and P/B ratios help identify undervalued stocks with growth potential. 4️⃣ Risk Management – Learn the importance of a margin of safety, diversification, and leveraging an economic moat. Inspired by the superinvestors of Graham-and-Doddsville, this week’s presentation offers practical insights for navigating today’s markets. 💼 Follow us for more expert insights every Friday! #ValueInvesting #Finance #InvestmentStrategy

We were thrilled to host Annia Spiliopoulos for an incredibly inspiring and insightful talk! During this engaging session, Annia shared her fascinating journey, including her roles as an Executive Committee Member at the Michelangelo Foundation and Co-Founder of Via Arno, providing a glimpse into how she successfully navigates multiple careers while staying true to her core values. Key Highlights: • Staying Grounded: Annia emphasized the importance of sticking to your core values and surrounding yourself with family and friends who keep you balanced. • Health is Wealth: She reminded us that as long as our health and relationships are strong, everything in life becomes manageable. • Letting Go of Worry: A powerful takeaway was her advice not to overthink or worry too much—especially at our age, when the possibilities for growth and exploration are endless. Unique Takeaways: • Insights into building a fulfilling career while leading with purpose. • How to balance professional ambition with personal well-being. • A reminder to focus on what truly matters in life when facing challenges. We are incredibly grateful to Annia for sharing her wisdom, career journey, and practical advice. Her words left a lasting impression on all of us, inspiring us to face life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. Thank you to everyone who joined us—it was a truly memorable session! #CareerDevelopment #CoreValues #Inspiration #WBS #WarwickBusinessSchoolSociety

📣 UK Universities Investment Challenge 🌟 #YoungTalents in Finance: #ReadySteadyGo! 😍 May the best team win! It's a pleasure to announce WBSS Investment Challenge, a competition uniting societies from top universities across the UK! The start was announced on November 28 at the university host University of Warwick! Thank you, dear Warwick Business School Society for the warm welcome! Participating universities: ✴️Warwick Business School Society ✴️Imperial College Investment Society, ✴️UCL Investment Society, ⁠ ✴️KCL Women in Business, ⁠ ✴️Cambridge Student Investment Fund (CAMSIF), ✴️LSESU Business & Investment Group Thank you, dear Sahil Jaiswal, dear Carolina Berendes and dear Gabriele Ranieri for the very warm welcome! A heartfelt thank you to the sponsors of the price Volcafe!

We were thrilled to host UMushroom the official sponsor of the 2024 WBSS Investment Challenge, a competition uniting societies from top universities across the UK: Warwick Business School Society, Imperial College Investment Society, ⁠UCL Investment Society, ⁠KCL Women in Business, ⁠Cambridge Student Investment Fund (CAMSIF), ⁠LSESU Business & Investment Group During this informative session, Co-founder Dr. Luba Schoenig shared her vision of empowering individuals to achieve financial literacy and take control of their investment journeys. Participants had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the UMushroom platform, which will power this year’s Investment Challenge while gaining valuable insights into key factors to consider when evaluating investments. 💡 Key Highlights: UMushroom’s Mission: Bridging the gap in financial literacy by simplifying investments and making them accessible to all. Unique Features: Tools for creating and comparing custom portfolios. Advanced filters to personalize and refine investment searches. Why UMushroom? Transparency, scalability, and tailored investment solutions for all users. Integration with the WBSS Investment Challenge: Teams will upload their portfolios on the UMushroom platform, ensuring a more engaging, transparent, and impactful competition. Dr. Schönig also announced exclusive opportunities for participants, including fast-tracked interviews at EDF Trading and internships with UMushroom, making this challenge not only a learning experience but a launchpad for future careers. Thank you to UMushroom for inspiring us to think bigger, invest smarter, and empowering the next generation of investors! ✨

WBSS Consulting Careers Conference at The Shard Last Friday, the Warwick Business School Society proudly hosted the Consulting Careers Conference at The Shard, bringing together aspiring consultants and top professionals from Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, PwC, Deloitte, Accenture, EY, and KPMG. The event began with an insightful keynote Breaking into Consulting: Understanding the Basics and Beyond, where Davide Maria Malaguzzi and Sunny Lin shared invaluable tips on transitioning into consulting and building successful careers. Following this, an interview moderated by Gabriel Chawla from WBSS with Weizhou Qin, Tech and M&A Manager at KPMG UK, offered attendees a unique perspective on navigating the consulting landscape. The excitement peaked during the Consulting Case Study Workshop, moderated by Lana Kropyvna. Teams tackled challenging real-world consulting scenarios, presenting their solutions in a competitive setting that showcased analytical and problem-solving skills. During the 2nd Keynote: The Future of Consulting, attendees explored emerging trends and opportunities shaping the consulting industry, gaining insights into how technology, innovation, and evolving market demands are redefining the future of the field. The conference concluded on a high note with the Panel: Leadership in Consulting – Building a Career with Impact.Industry leaders, including Diego Cervantes-Knox, Christopher Ryan, Tom Salmond, FRSA, Maria Symeon, Mukarram Bhaiji , Lotta Syrjala, and Justin Lim, shared thought-provoking insights and advice on how to make a meaningful impact in consulting careers. The evening wrapped up with an exciting Networking Session, where attendees had the invaluable opportunity to connect with representatives from PwC, Deloitte, BCG, Bain & Company, Accenture, EY, and KPMG. Conversations ranged from career advice to industry trends, giving students a chance to build connections and explore future opportunities. A huge thank you to the speakers, panelists, and WBSS corporate team for making this event such a memorable success! #WBSS #ConsultingCareersConference #TheShard #Consulting #Networking #CareerDevelopment #WarwickBusinessSchool #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth

Last Friday, we, the Warwick Business School Society, hosted our flagship Consulting Conference at the iconic Shard in London. I couldn’t be prouder of what our team and members achieved. This event was a remarkable celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the promising future of consulting talent within our society. The day began with a powerful keynote, "Introduction to Consulting", delivered by Sunny Lin and Davide Maria Malaguzzi. We then heard from Warwick alumnus Weizhou Qin, who shared actionable advice on breaking into consulting. A highlight of the day was the hands-on Case Study Workshop led by Lana Kropyvna, where attendees tackled real-world challenges. This was perfectly complemented by Justin Lim’s session, "The Future of Consulting," which explored the integration of AI and the importance of adaptability in navigating today’s geopolitical and business challenges. The event concluded with a dynamic Panel Discussion, featuring a stellar lineup of partners: Christopher Ryan, Diego Cervantes-Knox, Maria Symeon, Mukarram Bhaiji, Lotta Syrjala, Tom Salmond, FRSA, and Justin Lim. A massive thank you to our incredible panelists for their time and invaluable insights and to the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School for letting us host at The Shard. To my amazing team — this event wouldn’t have been possible without your hard work, vision, and commitment. Moments like these remind me why being part of Warwick Business School Society is so special. #ConsultingConference #Leadership #WarwickBusinessSchool #WBS #Networking #Consulting #FutureLeaders #EY #KPMG #PwC #BCG #Deloitte #Accenture #Bain

After months of preparation, we proudly hosted the Warwick Business School Society Consulting Careers Conference at The Shard last Friday. It was an honour to lead this event and moderate our leadership panel, featuring Diego Cervantes-Knox, Christopher Ryan, Tom Salmond, FRSA, Maria Symeon, Mukarram Bhaiji, Lotta Syrjala and Justin Lim. All the hard work, late nights, and countless meetings truly paid off. This event wouldn’t have been possible without my incredible corporate team, Leo El Asmar, Priscila González, Gabriel Chawla, Fiza Khan, Namir Chamsi-Pasha and Jahan (Jae) Ladha. Thank you for your unwavering dedication—whether it was crafting urgent pitch decks, handling outreach emails, or tackling last-minute tasks, you were always ready to step up. A huge thank you to our amazing speakers, Diego Cervantes-Knox, Christopher Ryan, Tom Salmond, FRSA, Maria Symeon, Mukarram Bhaiji, Lotta Syrjala, Justin Lim, Lana Kropyvna, Weizhou Qin, Sunny Lin, Davide Maria Malaguzzi and Henry Jones for sharing your invaluable insights. I also want to express my gratitude to the events teams of Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Accenture, EY, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG for their support in bringing this event to life. Finally, I would like to thank the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School team and especially Kate Brønserud and Lucy Meredith for assisting us in this amazing event. Stay tuned for more exciting events ahead—we’re just getting started! #ConsultingCareers #TheShard #CareerDevelopment #Leadership #Networking #StudentLeadership #CorporateCareers #Consulting #ProfessionalGrowth #Teamwork #BusinessEvents

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Last Friday, I had the privilege of being invited by the Warwick Business School Society to a Consulting Careers Conference at The Shard. This event was an exceptional platform to explore the dynamic and multifaceted world of consulting. Firstly, the 'Introduction to Consulting' keynote led by Sunny Lin and Davide Maria Malaguzzi offered a comprehensive overview of the consulting industry. The discussion not only covered the fundamentals but also delved deeper into key focus areas like corporate strategy and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) deals. The presenters effectively broke down complex concepts, ensuring that even those new to consulting could grasp its intricacies. Afterwards, the interview conducted with Weizhou Qin was an unparalleled opportunity to gain actionable advice on how to effectively "break into consulting." As a University of Warwick alumnus, Weizhou Qin shared his journey with candour, providing tailored advice that resonated deeply with the audience. His emphasis on building a strong personal narrative, networking strategically, and honing problem-solving skills was particularly valuable. Building on this foundational understanding of consulting, the next session transitioned into practical application. The Workshop Case Study, spearheaded by Lana Kropyvna, was a highlight of the conference. Through a case study, participants were challenged to analyze data, identify key issues, and present actionable recommendations. This hands-on experience offered a glimpse into the problem-solving and collaboration skills required in a consulting role. The workshop also emphasized the importance of effective communication and time management - essential attributes for any aspiring consultant. Following this immersive exercise, Justin Lim delivered a thought-provoking presentation on 'The Future of Consulting'. His insights into emerging trends, such as the integration of Artificial Intelligence and geopolitical events, painted an exciting picture of the industry’s evolution. Justin Lim also highlighted how consultants must remain at the forefront of innovation, helping clients navigate complex changes in an increasingly digital world. This session was not only forward-looking but also inspired a sense of urgency to develop the technical acumen and strategic foresight needed to stay relevant. Finally, the conference culminated in an engaging panel discussion featuring Christopher Ryan, Maria Symeon, Mukarram Bhaiji, Lotta Syrjala, Tom Salmond, FRSA and Justin Lim. The panellists brought diverse perspectives from their varied experiences across different consulting firms and specializations. They tackled various questions about the intricacies of working in consulting. Their candid reflections provided attendees with a realistic yet inspiring view of the consulting profession. I want to thank the Warwick Business School Society and all the speakers for this opportunity. I look forward to attending similar events in the near future.

Key tips for excelling in case study interviews. I had the privilege of presenting at the Consulting Conference organised by the Warwick Business School Society at The Shard where I ran a case study workshop with a group of incredibly bright and talented WBSS students. Their ability to tackle challenges stood out as they leveraged strategic thinking, innovative ideas, and data-driven solutions to propose future-proof strategies. Case studies are a common interview stage in consulting, and I’d like to share some key tips to help you stand out and succeed: 1. Understand the root of the problem.
Start by thoroughly analysing the problem as this foundational step will guide your approach and shape your solutions. 2. Think creatively from multiple perspectives.
Tackling a challenge, such as increasing profitability (as in our example), requires exploring diverse and innovative strategies. The WBSS students impressed us with their out-of-the-box thinking and solutions that showed diversity, depth and originality. 3. Demonstrate your soft skills. 
Always remember, that case study interviews are not primarily designed to test your domain-specific knowledge. In fact, the tasks are often unrelated to your industry expertise (in our case, we worked on a solution for a restaurant chain). The main goal is to evaluate your problem-solving abilities, creativity, behaviour, and soft skills. Key aspects such as team dynamics, leadership qualities, collaboration, and presentation skills often carry more weight than arriving at the "perfect" strategy for the hypothetical company. A huge thank you to the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, Leo El Asmar and ‪Achilleas Drakotos for hosting. It was great to connect with ‪Christopher Ryan‬ from Accenture and other leaders such as Justin Lim, Diego Cervantes-Knox, Lotta Syrjala, Tom Salmond, FRSA, Mukarram Bhaiji, Maria Symeon from across the consulting industry. Let’s continue sharing knowledge and inspiring the next generation of consultants! #consulting, #accenture, #wbss