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Investment Banking Interview Mistakes
Entering the investment banking industry can be very competitive and challenging. Many individuals do commit mistakes during their pursuit of a career in this field. This industry is mainly known for its fierce competition. And with the current economic boom, the competition is only going to be...
Houlihan 2-Hour Modeling Test
Hi, I have an upcoming modeling test for an Associate position in HL's consumer group. Was told it would be a 2-hour DCF modeling test. Anyone have any experience with this specific test or any pointers? Wondering if it's more focused on building out a three statement model and simple DCF at the...
Psychometric assessment in interview process
I have been interviewing at a firm for a few weeks now and have had video interviews with ~10 separate people. I was just informed that the next step is to take an in-person psychometric assessment at the firm's office and meet the head of the group. I was originally scheduled for a video call with...
Toughest Technical Interview Question? -- How do you structure an M&A/IPO deal?
A friend of mine who was interviewing for a investment banking summer analyst position with a top-tier bulge bracket investment bank (in Hong Kong) got completely shattered by this unexpected question, "How do you structure an M&A / IPO deal?" After days of discussions we still could not find a...
Requesting Help from Smart People - (PE / IB) Interview Question
Hey guys, Trying to get insight into solving the interview question below. How does one go about solving it? Thanks for the help! After a having expensed in past periods an estimated $5,000,000 in research and development for a new product, the Widget Company is faced with the decision of whether to...
Had IB Fall internship interview, now what?
So heres the deal. Looking to get a fall internship at an IB . Spoke on the phone with an MD, went well, a week later (today) had another call from an MD at that bank due to the first ones recommendation. Had some technical questions asked and he basically said i fared well enough to be considered...
Interview Question: How Does Your 3-Statement Model Change After A Merger?/IPO?
Hi Monkeys, Here is a full-time investment banking interview question : How Does Your 3-Statement Model Change After A Merger?/IPO? My thoughts on this (for the first part of the question), if the buyer is acquiring the firm, then they are also acquiring their assets and liabilities as well so that...
Valuing a Company in an Interview
Hey Everybody, I've been recently interviewing for investment banking jobs but am coming from a liberal arts background so I don't have much prior finance knowledge. If asked a question like "what is your favorite website and evaluate what it is worth", what is a good reply and what are interviewers...
Interviews in London coming from Buenos Aires
Hi all, I am based in Germany and currently doing my exchange semester in Argentina. For summer 2017 I want to apply to full time IB positions in London. Currently, I am wondering if the banks only cover travel expenses for people coming from within Europe, or if there is a chance to be flown in for...
2015 Investment Banking Interview Prep Pack PLUS...Special Deal
We're excited to announce that we have just created a special discount for our investment banking interview Prep Pack customers. Our new 2015 "Plus" version of the package includes 1 year access to the WSO Video Library ($399 value) and 1 year access to the WSO Company Database ($360 value) for only...
First round phone screen interview with HR... answers to have for sure?
I haven't had many ib interviews so I'm seeking your advice. What are some questions to expect from HR for an ib interview? This is for a specific coverage group. Any general tips on how to pass the phone screen?
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