Economics
Goldman: An Open Mind on Recruiting
Liberal arts major? We don't mind, says campus recruiter Janet Raiffa. Interests can be just as important as financial skills in hiring
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While many investment banks target finance majors, Goldman Sachs (GS) mainly recruits at Ivy League and other top schools that do not even have business programs. Academic performance and demonstrated interest are more important than course of study. So is a candidate's ability to mesh with a potential team of co-workers.
"Liberal arts majors are creative thinkers. We understand that your college education should broaden your horizons and not just focus on a career," says Janet Raiffa, co-head of U.S. campus recruiting for Goldman (see BusinessWeek.com, 4/26/06, "A Liberal Take on Hiring").