The Road Less Travelled by Finance Students

From the beginning, finance was my first and only choice. It’s a field that connects the present to the future, a language of numbers that helps you understand the world and shape what comes next.

But after graduation, like many finance students, I found myself at a crossroads. Conversations with peers mostly revolved around the usual paths: banking, consulting, or corporate finance. Venture capital was barely mentioned in our classes, and even less so in our discussions.

Our knowledge base in this area was limited, and our curriculum barely scratched the surface. Yet something about VC drew me in. It’s a field where no two days are alike. Every morning, you're diving into a new startup, a fresh idea, a bold vision, an untold story waiting to be analyzed.

Getting started wasn’t easy. The learning curve was real. We were used to analyzing large, established companies; now, we were looking at small, early-stage startups. The metrics were different. The thinking had to shift. But for those who love to learn, who are curious about the unknown, venture capital is the perfect fit.

Each company you analyze helps you build a stronger intuition, a sharper eye. Over time, you’re not just crunching numbers, you're shaping investment theses, predicting trends, and building a personal database of knowledge that grows with every deal. You don’t just become a finance professional; you become a venture analyst with vision.

And to my fellow finance students, I say this:

 Let’s bring more attention to venture capital.

 Let’s make it a real option, not just an afterthought. It’s a field that reflects our passion for analysis, innovation, and impact. Yes, the beginning can be tough, but it opens doors to opportunities most never see.