Its hard to enter pure IB - M&A, Debt Capital Markets, Equity Capital Markets, they dont hire fresh grad. Even if they do, they hire management associates and chances of rotating into IB is slim. But keep trying, dont want to let that CFA go to waste

And look, IB is not what it used to be. 20 years ago its a cash cow and people are merging and raising money via banks left right center but fast forward in 2020? Margins are thin and competitive, bonus cut to 4 digits instead of 5. Gone are the days for IB to make top dollars, although they still make decent money than most industries, with great exits.

Im an ex-IB so I know.

I'd say tech. Whatever you do, do tech. But just like any new and booming industry, countries like Malaysia will always be a laggard, including its people.

But we already see a trend here in SEA like Grab, Shopee, Lazada, etc etc.

Programming
Data Science
Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence

I think it really packs a punch to recruiters and companies out there looking for real talents. Great job mastering two different skill sets.

But dont be disappointed if they dont recognize your hard work and intrinsic talent. Just move on and accept a lower paying job, in context of Malaysia.

But anyhow, its a good start.