MSCI Analyst reviews

4.0

87% would recommend to a friend

(167 total reviews)
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Henry A. Fernandez

82% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

Analyst employees have rated MSCI with 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 167 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Analyst professionals have a good working experience there. MSCI is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Analyst professionals compared to other employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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167 reviews
3.0
Feb 6, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Formerly Barra, this was once a place that had a grad school atmosphere and was a market leader of institutional analytics. The brainpower and product knowledge and support was unrivaled then, but a lack of leadership in management and inability to harness and support talent lead to a steady bleed of talented individuals to its competitors. However some talent remains, especially on the research side, where a few from old Barra remain, so there is still some niche opportunity for learning. Its sunny downtown Berkeley location is ideal for commuters and the atmosphere remains somewhat relaxed. Consideration for work/life balance can vary greatly with your department and supervisor.

Cons

Inconsistent leadership Limited opportunities for growth

3.0
Aug 26, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

OK compensation, good benefits, 4 weeks paid vacation, flexibility with telecommuting if desired, consistent 9 to 5 schedule, no long hors outside of proxy season, relaxed work atmosphere.

Cons

No sense of purpose for where the company is headed, few growth prospects, little to no skill development, generally static work environment, lots of bureaucracy, lots of busy work and work for the sake of work; the fact that the industry is small leaves long-term employees at a disadvantage seeking positions elsewhere, because the skill set is unique and does not easily apply to other fields.

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