From Spain to Germany: Alejandro Diaz's path to asset management!

From Spain to Germany: Alejandro Diaz's path to asset management!

The Master's program in Finance at WHU in Vallendar attracts talented students from different nations. Alejandro Diaz Rivera, who completed his master's degree at this prestigious business school, is an outstanding example of the success enjoyed by graduates of this program. He began his studies with clear career goals and received a job offer in the desired industry before he graduated.

During his studies, Alejandro placed great emphasis on practical experience. He emphasizes the importance of internships to find out what you're really passionate about. During his bachelor's degree, he discovered his passion for financial topics and gained his first experiences at HSBC and EY-Parthenon, which prepared him for the challenges in the financial sector.

Career goals and choice of master's degree

His goal was to move to the buy side of the financial market, where he wanted to work in a more creative and technical way. He realized that for a successful career in asset management, a master's degree from a top business school is essential. He therefore chose WHU, which he chose because of its excellent professors and the understandable presentation of complex topics.

Alejandro has international roots from Spain and Mexico and consciously decided to study in Germany. The opportunity to learn the German language and experience the work ethic there were crucial for him. He also appreciates the close community among the students in Vallendar, which helped him with networking.

Career advancement through networking

WHU's on-campus Career Center plays a central role in the professional development of students. Alejandro attended numerous networking events and career fairs, which gave him access to high-profile companies such as JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs. These connections led to him receiving an offer for a position in the investments team at European asset management company Robeco.

Alejandro sees the position in asset management not only as a professional challenge, but also as an opportunity to actively shape social change. He reflects positively on his time at WHU, which helped him to orient his career internationally and promote his personal development.