Researcher Groups

Researcher groups are WIC's highlighting event. Through the execution of a curriculum that has been built over 38-years, Researcher meetings provide junior members with a unique opportunity to learn in a hands-on environment. Through direct mentorship and consistent weekly one-hour educationals, Researchers will build a marketable toolkit of skills.

Consumer & Retail Group

The Consumer & Retail Group covers a wide range of consumer facing sectors including apparel & accessories, food & beverage, alcohol & tobacco, consumer electronics, and department and discount stores.

Financial Institutions Group

The Financial Institutions Group focuses primarily on a diverse group of companies including banks, insurance, asset management and technology banking.

Healthcare Group

The Healthcare Group covers companies in healthcare services, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and manufacturers of hospital supplies, medical devices, and equipment.

Industrials Group

The Industrials Group covers companies typically engaged in manufacturing including aerospace and defense technologies, automotive manufacturers, diversified chemical and materials producers, and industrial conglomerates.

Real Assets Group

The Real Assets group comprises of metals and mining, oil and gas and related industries such as oil services, pipelines and steel producers. The group also covers companies in Real Estate including property developers and real estate investment trusts (REIT).

Tech, Media, and Telecom Group

The TMT Group covers companies providing hardware and software applications, IT services, advertising, media, and companies providing telecom services to businesses and consumers such as wireless communications systems and equipment.

Diversity in WIC

Diversity in WIC aims to foster a welcoming environment for all minorities and underrepresented students in the finance community at Western. This organization provides a support system for members, connects members with mentors, and shares various diversity-related opportunities throughout the year.