Global alternative asset manager The
Carlyle Group (NASDAQ:CG) today released the latest in its ValuCast
audio podcast series, “Humanities vs. STEM: Which degree is
better for a job in private equity?” featuring a conversation
with Co-Founder and Co-CEO, David Rubenstein and Chris Ullman, Managing
Director and Head of Global Communications.
In the podcast, Rubenstein outlines the 10 most important skills or
traits for a career in private equity, which, Rubenstein argues, are
learned or developed through a humanities curriculum:
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Intelligence
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Ethics and integrity
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A good work ethic
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Being a team player
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Communication skills
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An aspiration to make money
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A focus on achieving specific goals
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Humility
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Gratitude
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A desire to give back
Carlyle ValuCast podcasts are available on the Market Commentary
section of Carlyle.com.
To subscribe to the ValuCast series, visit iTunes or Carlyle’s Alerts
and Subscriptions page.
About The Carlyle Group
The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ:CG) is a global alternative asset manager with
$185 billion of assets under management across 122 funds and 81 fund of
funds vehicles as of September 30, 2013. Carlyle's purpose is to invest
wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, many of whom are
public pensions. Carlyle invests across four segments – Corporate
Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Market Strategies and Solutions – in
Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America and
South America. Carlyle has expertise in various industries, including:
aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy,
financial services, healthcare, industrial, technology & business
services, telecommunications & media and transportation. The Carlyle
Group employs more than 1,450 people in 34 offices across six continents.
Web: www.carlyle.com
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