Oct 08, 2012

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Hi All,

This is supposed to be a fun way to find out more about some of the users/preferences on this site. If you could choose any ONE firm/group to work in for Full-Time as an Analyst, which would you choose (Investment Banking roles only)? Please briefly explain why the chosen firm/group stands out to you in particular. Hopefully we can get a good amount of feedback generated on this topic.

5,785 WSO Academy Investment Banking Session Reviews: 4.82/5

Georgetown McDonough School of Business

Class of '29 Jul 2026 Cohort

5.00/5

Investment Banking Mock Interview

“Julius was an excellent mentor and made the mock interview feel both challenging and constructive. He asked realistic investment banking questions and did a great job explaining not only what I could improve, but why certain answers were stronger. His feedback was specific, actionable, and immediately useful, particularly around structuring my responses and communicating my thought process more clearly. I also appreciated how approachable and encouraging he was throughout the session. I came away with several concrete takeaways that I can apply to future interviews, and I would absolutely work with Julius again. ”

SDA Bocconi School of Management

Class of '25 Oct 2026 Cohort

4.70/5

Investment Banking Full Resume Review

“The mentoring sessions were extremely valuable and played an important role in improving both the quality and the overall presentation of my CV. The mentor took the time to go through every single aspect of the document in great detail, providing clear and practical feedback on the content, structure, wording, and overall positioning of my experiences. One of the most valuable aspects of the sessions was the mentor’s ability to understand the specific requirements and expectations of the Investment Banking industry. Rather than simply making general improvements, he carefully reviewed each section of my CV and helped me identify how to better present my academic background, professional experiences, skills, and achievements in a way that is relevant and attractive to Investment Banking recruiters. The mentor also completely restructured the CV, helping me move from an initial version to a polished final format specifically suited to Investment Banking applications. The final result was much more concise, professional, and impactful, while ensuring that the most relevant information was clearly highlighted. His attention to detail was particularly helpful in improving the wording and making each bullet point more focused on achievements and measurable impact. Another aspect I particularly appreciated was his responsiveness. He was extremely quick in answering my questions and providing feedback, which made the entire process very efficient. Whenever I had doubts or needed clarification, I received a prompt and detailed response, allowing me to continuously improve the CV without unnecessary delays. Overall, the mentoring sessions provided significant value and gave me a much clearer understanding of how to position my profile for Investment Banking opportunities. I am very satisfied with the final version of my CV and with the level of guidance and support provided throughout the process. I would highly recommend this mentoring experience to anyone looking to strengthen their CV and prepare it effectively for a career in Investment Banking.”

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This has been discussed ad nauseum. Expect to see the standard:

GS TMT
MS M&A
BX Restructuring
BX M&A
GS Healthcare
GS FIG
MS Tech (Menlo Park)
Arguments about whether Lazard, Greenhill, or Evercore is the strongest elite boutique
Reminiscences about the glory days of UBS LA and the subsequent Moelis LA analyst class

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I am permanently behind on PMs, it's not personal.

holla_back

13y

APAEThis has been discussed ad nauseum. Expect to see the standard:

GS TMT

MS M&A

BX Restructuring

BX M&A

GS Healthcare

GS FIG

MS Tech (Menlo Park)

Arguments about whether Lazard, Greenhill, or Evercore is the strongest elite boutique

Reminiscences about the glory days of UBS LA and the subsequent Moelis LA analyst class

Do I have a chance of getting an IB analyst job coming from my semi-target college?

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oreos

13y

holla_back
APAEThis has been discussed ad nauseum. Expect to see the standard:

GS TMT

MS M&A

BX Restructuring

BX M&A

GS Healthcare

GS FIG

MS Tech (Menlo Park)

Arguments about whether Lazard, Greenhill, or Evercore is the strongest elite boutique

Reminiscences about the glory days of UBS LA and the subsequent Moelis LA analyst class

Do I have a chance of getting an IB analyst job coming from my semi-target college?

I cold emailed an alumnus an hour ago, he hasn't replied yet, should i chase?

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"After you work on Wall Street it’s a choice, would you rather work at McDonalds or on the sell-side? I would choose McDonalds over the sell-side.” - David Tepper

triplectz

13y

Qatalyst.

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FLundertow

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HR @ GS to mess with people

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"Look, you're my best friend, so don't take this the wrong way. In twenty years, if you're still livin' here, comin' over to my house to watch the Patriots games, still workin' construction, I'll fuckin' kill you. That's not a threat, that's a fact.

+220	Just One More Year	17	9h
+178	Piper Sandler in talks to acquire PWP	75	2h
+124	UBS Appears to be Exploring Sale	19	2d
+90	Paradise Is Paradise	8	14h
+79	Drunk VP. How to manage?	27	1d
+38	How do I take my foot off the gas? (AN1)	4	1d
+38	Lazard US Views 2026/2027	13	1d
+32	M&A is Paradise	1	6d
+27	HR is starting to worry me, do I throw a hail mary during an upcoming chat with an MD?	5	3m
+25	Why did EVR succeed vs GHL or PWP that ended up getting acquired?	8	2m

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2	Secyh62	99.0
3	BankonBanking	99.0
4	kanon	99.0
5	DrApeman	98.9
6	Betsy Massar	98.9
7	dosk17	98.9
8	CompBanker	98.9
9	GameTheory	98.9
10	numi	98.8

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