Prepping for PE interviews - Looking to trade materials from past interviews

I have a collection of past model tests from Mega Funds (e.g., KKR, BX, WP, Silver Lake, CVC, etc) and other PE funds that I've been using to prepare for upcoming interviews.

Would like to get more reps so if anyone out there has their own collection of models / interview materials and is also prepping, I would be happy to trade! Feel free to DM me.

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Based on previous WSO threads, here are some relevant points and resources for trading and preparing for PE interviews:

  1. Modeling Tests/Case Studies:

  2. Model/Materials Exchange:

    • Larry Silverstein and other users have posted about exchanging models and reference materials, including ground-up development models and acquisition models.
    • Example: "Model/Materials Exchange - Anyone have models and other stuff to trade?" thread.
  3. Review and Feedback:

    • SalesMonkey2448 sought feedback on modeling test answers, indicating that the community is open to reviewing and providing pointers on modeling tests.
    • Example: "Can anyone review my modeling test answers? - Super Modelers Wanted" thread.
  4. Resources and Courses:

    • WSO offers various courses and resources that can help in preparing for PE interviews, such as the WSO Elite Modeling Package, LBO Modeling Course, and Private Equity Interview Course.
    • Example: WSO Academy and Financial Modeling Courses.
  5. Community Engagement:

    • Engaging with the WSO community through forums and private messages (PMs) can help you find others who are also preparing for PE interviews and willing to trade materials.

Feel free to reach out to users in these threads or start a new discussion to find others interested in trading interview materials. Good luck with your preparation!

Sources: Model/Materials Exchange - Anyone have models and other stuff to trade?, Modeling tests/case studies to share?, Can anyone review my modeling test answers? - Super Modelers Wanted, REPE Modeling Test Library, Modeling tests/case studies to share?

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