Absolutely, as a sophomore, it's a great idea to start honing your Excel modeling skills. Based on the most helpful WSO content, there are several courses that could be beneficial for you:

  1. WSO Elite Modeling Package: This is the most popular program and includes 6 courses to help you master modeling.

  2. Excel Modeling Course: This course is a foundation for all finance careers and will give you a solid base in Excel modeling.

  3. Financial Statement Modeling: This course will help you unlock the mastery of 3 statement modeling.

  4. LBO Modeling Course: If you're interested in Private Equity, this course will help you master LBOs.

  5. M&A Modeling Course: This course will unlock your M&A modeling skills.

  6. Valuation Modeling Course: This course will help you understand trading and precedent comps.

Remember, practice makes perfect. So, the more you work on these courses, the better you'll get. Happy learning!

Sources: Sophomores, you look like idiots, Birthright Excel Internship in Israel for Sophomore Year, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/consulting/internship-for-sophomore-year?customgpt=1, For Rising Sophomores (Soph SA programs)

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