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A Few Interview Questions I Need Help With
Was just curious as to the answers to the following. Any help is much appreciated. 1. Why do we tax-effect EBIT when calculating unlevered free cash flow ? 2. How are the three financial statements affected by a $20 decrease in inventory? 3. What's the difference between GAAP and tax accounting?...
Interview I did with Escape From America Magazine
Thought I'd give you guys an inside look into my life. I originally answered these q's back in July and they published it this month. From http://www.escapefromamerica.com/2013/08/expat-interview-with-online-ma… Expat Interview with Online Marketer and Travel Addict Nandrin Louis Please describe...
LBO Models in Your Head
Has anyone ever been asked to do an LBO and M&A models off the top of their head? Pen & Paper given with financials on a sheet but not much time (around 3 minutes) to calculate and walk through answer. Basically you have to calculate as you go through.
what should I do in this situation?
Hi, I recently went through three rounds of interviews w/ 10+ ppl in the team for an off-cycle junior level position. However, I haven't heard back for a week. What's worse, when asked about the timeline, the HR said she didn't know either. How would you guys interpret this, and what should I do at...
What should I do in this case?
Hi, I recently went through three rounds of interviews w/ 10+ ppl in the team for an off-cycle junior level position. However, I haven't heard back for a week. What's worse, when asked about the timeline, the HR said she didn't know either. How would you guys interpret this, and what should I do at...
"Value an airport" or "value a mine"
Got this interview question and definitely stumbled. How would you answer these questions: 1) How would you value an airport? 2) How would you value a gold mine? Note it's not the company you're valuing but the actual airport or mine itself. Thanks for any help
Full-time interview advice
So I have a FT interview coming up pretty soon for an analyst position at an elite boutique (think Lazard , Greenhill , Evercore , Moelis etc), and I was just wondering what kind of questions I might expect in my first round (and going forward) if I have experience as a summer analyst at a BB ? I...
Interview with Tennenbaum Capital?
Anyone ever interview here? Basics about what they asked etc.... Any info would be helpful
Voices of Finance Interviews
I stumbled upon these interviews done by a journalist in the UK. He recently conducted 70+ interviews with a wide array of different finance professionals (everyone from interns to MDs and BO to M&A). Thought it was pretty interesting: Voices of finance: an index to put the pieces in place . A handy...
Oil Marketing? Need some information on this
I'm currently working in finance, trying to break into commodities, specifically energy, in a trading or research related role. I don't have direct commodity experience, but I was offered an interview within a well regarded proprietary trading energy shop as an oil marketer. The job would be...
BoA FT IB
Anybody know if FT Applications for BoA are open?? The website (link below) says return to the page on Sept.1st. Does this mean the application was open only for a day? http://campus.bankofamerica.com/americas-application-process.aspx
Gekko's Guidance (10 Rules to Interviewing) - Part 1 of ?
Mod note (Andy): "Blast from the past - Best of WSO" - while Eddie is away this month in his place we'll be posting up some of the most popular posts from the past. This was originally posted on 12/07/10 Since everyone else seems to be jumping on the band wagon, I thought it was about time Gekko...
Q&A With "The New Tycoons" Author Jason Kelly
Greetings, monkeys. Last week I wrote a review for the private equity -focused book called "The New Tycoons" and conducted an interview with the author, Jason Kelly. Read my writeup of his work here ( "The New Tycoons: A Monkeys Review" ) . Mr. Kelly is also a reporter for Bloomberg Television and...
Explain why I didn't wear tie in first round
Moderator Note (Andy): Best of WSO - this post originally went up April 2011 and we thought it deserved to go back on the homepage for those who may have never seen it. Long story short Went for the first round interview with only shirt and pants (no tie no suit). One of the MD (who didn't interview...
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Sounding Scripted in Interviews?
Moderator Note (Andy): Best of WSO - this post originally went up October 2006 and we thought it deserved to go back on the homepage for those who may have never seen it. Obviously, you prepare a good deal, but how can one avoid sounding scripted during superdays? How To Avoid Sounding Scripted In...
Interview Failures
Moderator Note (Andy): Best of WSO - this post originally went up 3/31/2009 and we thought it deserved to go back on the homepage for those who may have never seen it. How about a thread where we post some of the worst mistakes we've made in interviews, or perhaps an interview that just went REALLY...
Macro trades?
Can someone recommend (PM) a macro trade I can research for interviews? I will tell you my FX trade idea in return so you have another thing to pitch as well.
Best use of time
Hi guys. Looking for your thoughts and advice. Completed a summer internship in ER . No FT offer. Going into my senior year at Uni. I am an Econ Major and am taking bulk of the advanced classes this coming semester and the next. Applying for analyst programs at BB 's and other banks. Hopefully I...
Informational Interview Conducted Via Email?
I got in touch with an MD at a BB , he says he would've met up but hes currently moving to another city, and to email him any questions I have for advice. Whats the best way to approach this? Should I push for a phone call?
Why would HR ask me for my feedback about the interview?
Hi everyone, Had my final round of interview on Friday which I thought went very well. I got very positive feedback for the previous stages. My salary requirements are bit higher than what they have budgeted. I was expecting to hear back on Friday but didn't. This morning I got an email from HR...
Rockwood Investment Partners, LP Dallas, TX
Fellow monkeys, I have an interview for an equity research internship position for Rockwood investment partners in Dallas, TX. It's a hedgefund focusing on equities. I would sincerely appreciate any help with this. Any tips/advice/expertise for the interview. Anything to get the job. Thank you.
Q&A Interview with SirTradesaLot, Part 2/3
Andy note: SirTrades' decided to get deeper into the story so we're making it a trilogy. Enjoy part two below, part 3 is coming up next Wednesday, and make sure to check out part one here (which includes his bio) if you haven't already. Importance of Gaining Relevant Experience vs. Brand One of the...
Question about Prudential
Has anybody worked at Prudential (Dallas specifically but anywhere would be helpful?) I am wondering how competitive the internship process is and what to expect for an investment analyst position. I have a fund accounting internship and a credit analyst internship on my resume, but I also have a...
Q&A with the Founder of Open Air Publishing
Entrepreneurially-inclined readers take note - I've got a fantastic interview for you today with the Founder, President, and CEO of Open Air Publishing, Jon Feldman. Open Air Publishing is a publisher of interactive books that feature high-quality video, slideshows, intuitive navigation, interactive...
5 ways to get dinged before the interview
All right, monkeys. Welcome to recruiting season. I am your interviewer. No, seriously. I really might be your interviewer. This upcoming week your very own Auntie Bankerella will be hitting up several universities in a couple of different cities. I’ll be giving presentations, speaking at a panel,...
How to phone interview like a BSD
Looks like I took part in roughly 80 phone interviews during b-school, plus probably more that didn’t make it to my calendar. Lot of practice. A little over 40 hours straight of the old smile-and-dial. Since we’re headed into recruiting season now, thought I’d share what I learned. Standard...
How to interpret this?
I recently went through a superday (8-9rounds in a row) after having an informal interview w/ an alumn. However, it has been almost a week after the superday (for a full time position) and I still haven't heard back. The worse thing is, when I inquired the progress of their hiring decision, my Alumn...
Is cold emailing a former interviewer after about 2-3 years better than cold emailing an unknown person?
Has anyone tried this, and is it better to email an MD level person than an associate level person? Also what is the best way to go about this?
Students Question the NSA at Recruiting Session
Just listen, its from a "Language Career Information Session": https://soundcloud.com/madiha-1/students-question-the-nsa-at I am personally not too impressed by these questions, and some senior guy working at NSA would probably answer them much better than these tools that came to the campus. Still,...
The rufiolove Interview - Part Two
Asatar note - Welcome to part two of the rufiolove interview. In this section we cover advice for people looking to break into investment banking, the timeless discussion of target vs non-target as well as what kind of personality is likely to succeed in finance. Click here for part one Any college...
The rufiolove Interview - Part One
Welcome to a WSO interview with power-user rufiolove. The interview will be split into 2 halves: WSO, daily life, experiences in the industry and advice for new hires Entering finance, advice for prospective monkeys and target vs non-target If you feel comfortable enough to do so, I want to open up...
MS GCM
Hi, I will be having an interview w/ MS GCM fixed income team very soon. Have anyone had some experiences or knowledge in what questions I should expect? The GCM (Fixed income) team seems to be between S&T and IBD so I am confused what type of questions will I have
Blackstone Maths Test
Hey Chaps, For some reason, which is beyond me, Blackstone are inviting me to drink their tea, fumble over the basics of corporate finance , let me explain why I want to suckle at the teat of Schwarzman and take a non-calculator maths test. Any one got any info on the last part of their invitation?...
How many times were you knocked back?
I havent been able to find a job for a very long time now (coming upto a year). I simply dont understand why (aside from one recent interview, where I screwed up a question on the difference between a bond and a equity). I have a strong background, I interview well and I am very enthusiastic. I've...
The BlackHat Interview: 3/4
Mod (Andy) note: The much anticipated BlackHat interview is here ( see part 1, part 2 ). Questions came from myself and members of writing and intern teams. BIG thanks to BH for his really in-depth/quality/quick responses. I promise all of you will have some great takeaways from this series. If you...
Follow up after interivew
So I had an interview last week and was told I should hear something by end of last week, yet I haven't heard anything. I was wondering would it be a good idea to call to follow and see whats going on? The interview happened a week ago, I don't want to seem annoying, but I do want to be proactive....
HappyPantsMcgee the Interview.
I’ve been fortunate enough to meet HPM two years ago at the first Energy Rodeo in Houston and recently had the opportunity to ask him some questions which the WSO audience could find useful. HPM works in strategy at a top 5 bank. Primarily his group concentrates on product and regulatory strategy...
F500 Strategy Recruiting
I know about some of the interviews out there, but I wanted to make a thread that might answer some lingering questions about the F500 recruiting process (namely strategy and finance roles, but since a lot of roles' names are interchangeable, F500 in general). For strategy internships/FT: Are...
Interview question minority interest
What is the treatment of minority interest in terms of a LBO context ? - What are the changes in S&U and PF adjustments?
Beginning Case Interview Practice
Hi all, I think the best way to begin would be to read some of the recommended resources on this website, however, I understand there is no better way to improve than live practice. Are there any resources or ways to go about doing this for somebody at home interning during the summer with no one...
Development Interview
I have an upcoming interview for a position in the Asset Management department of a development and acquisitions private equity shop. Anyone have any pointers beyond typical interview/research? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
What to wear for VC interview?
Hi everyone, I have an interview for a venture capital internship interview in the Boston area, just wondering what I should be wearing? I know everyone there will be dressed pretty casual, will it look weird if I still go in a full suit and tie? Thanks
Is it OK to go past HR to VP?
I've interviewed several times for a job, and I've been continually blocked almost by HR. I've emailed twice in two weeks and both times, I've been informed they will let me know. I have no reason to doubt them but I have another offer on the table but I want this job more. I've told them that but...
Goldman Sachs Background Check in London: how detailed/extensive?
Sorry I know this has been posted about before but most of the stuff on the search is kind a vague so I was hoping to get a fresh perspective. So I have an offer from Goldman in compliance in London and they mentioned a background check. I was wondering what this consists of and how...
Networking Call with BB MD - Public Finance
So I've been networking around trying to talk to as many people as I can and build up my network. Ultimately, I'm looking to move into a different role at hopefully a BB . My current job has become a bit mundane and slowed down significantly to the point I sometimes wonder to myself what I'm doing...
BDO Consulting - Valuation
Hello, At this time, I am going for entry valuation position at BDO. Does anyone know how technical interview for Valuation Associate can get? Would they rather look for fit? Also, what are exit ops from Valuation type of positions and how can you transition into banking? Thanks in advance!
Interview horror story! Felt need to share. (kind of long)
I will exclude the name of the firm and MD but maybe someone can figure it (I doubt it though). I just back from a P.E. firm and know for a fact I will not get hired for a s.a. position. Technically I won’t know till Thursday but it’s pretty obvious I won’t get a shot. The P.E. firm is a...
How do you get an MBB offer?
Hey, I had a question about the interview process for consulting, specifically for MBB . I've searched but couldn't find exactly what I was looking for, but if there is already a discussion on this, please post it and I'll be on my way. I am getting a Master's in Statistics at a semi-target. MBB...
Should I call?
Hi guys, I have an informational interview coming up next week. I was wondering, should I call or do they call me? I don't have her contact information, aside from her e-mail address, but I can ask. Although, I gave her my contact information. Again, I just want to know if I should call her or...
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