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Hey, I've been going through the whole forum can't seem to find any up to date information regarding HSBC Management Trainee Programme or Management Development Programme (MDP). Any stories or suggestion to share? As far as I know, I have a friend who was called in for an interview.

But he admits he used a bit of connection to get it. On the other hand I've been hearing a lot bout CIMB programme.

Could it be that HSBC is really hard to get in? Or CIMB is way cooler/better than HSBC till the point no body talks about it? CIMB is a bigger bank in Malaysia and based on that, there is more opportunity to land yourself in the Investment Bank, Securities Services, etc. More parts of a full bank you can see and have the opportunity to immerse yourself in. On the other hand, HSBC is a bigger bank worldwide and the programme allows you the opportunity to travel overseas for a training program after approximately 2 years.

Bank-paid, 4-7 weeks and you meet HSBC staff/trainees from all over the world. The pay package in HSBC is rather competitive (GOOD, in other words). Doesn't hurt to compare with other banks, can ask the various HR reps of the banks straight in the face and get the information that you need. It'd be too late to find out when you're already hired and working for them. Idm - Internet Download Manager 6.05 Build 14 Pre-activated. In my personal impression, CIMB is still a bit more local compared to an MNC with history like HSBC.

Had some dealings with CIMB recently and they gave me a rather bad impression. Perhaps they're still trying to get settled with all their acquisitions, branch conslidations and rush to manage new budgets/targets/expectations in 2010. CIMB is a bigger bank in Malaysia and based on that, there is more opportunity to land yourself in the Investment Bank, Securities Services, etc. More parts of a full bank you can see and have the opportunity to immerse yourself in.

On the other hand, HSBC is a bigger bank worldwide and the programme allows you the opportunity to travel overseas for a training program after approximately 2 years. Bank-paid, 4-7 weeks and you meet HSBC staff/trainees from all over the world. The pay package in HSBC is rather competitive (GOOD, in other words).

Doesn't hurt to compare with other banks, can ask the various HR reps of the banks straight in the face and get the information that you need. It'd be too late to find out when you're already hired and working for them. In my personal impression, CIMB is still a bit more local compared to an MNC with history like HSBC. Had some dealings with CIMB recently and they gave me a rather bad impression.

Perhaps they're still trying to get settled with all their acquisitions, branch conslidations and rush to manage new budgets/targets/expectations in 2010. Thanks for the info blooswift! Yes I would have to agree that locally CIMB has a better exposure to a diversify area than HSBC. CIMB is always grabbing the headlines in the local business section.

However does working in larger foreign exposure means better career prospect? I do know HSBC offer very good perks! But I apologise if I may sound naive but I'm looking for a long and fulfilling career path in the banking sector, so I don't mind slaving away to build a strong foundation to support me in the future. I would definitely pick working experience over pay (for now lar.). Have you heard of people jumping from conventional banking to investment banking?

It just that I heard a lot regarding CIMB management trainee, both within and outside the bank. However very little for HSBC, could it be it has a very stringent selection process? Is there any kind soul who were past participants and willing to share their experience? Thanks in advance!

If you don't mind me asking, what sort of bad impression? Was the dealing personal or corporate? (On the side note, their new office looks quite cool!). Were you working with them under retail banking? Mind sharing your thoughts why retail banking sucks? I dunno, to me HSBC looks quite attractive.

I heard they try to encourage their staff to leave on time after office hours are over. Once I even heard the CEO 'chased' the staff to go home at 4.45pm sharp, in line with their Sunshine Friday policy. Their culture isn't as cut throat as other foreign bank such as the infamous Citigroup Malaysia. Any one can verify these claims?