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...Without having to memorize hundreds of interview questions.
Made by ex-Goldman Sachs, Lazard, and PWP investment bankers.
- Be ready to handle any interview question thrown at you. Proprietary list of 125+ most frequent interview questions sourced from the world's leading investment banks.
- In-depth preparation on foundational interview financial concepts. Arrive at the interview with absolute confidence to deal with technical questions, without having to memorize hundreds of questions.
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Know what to say and how to behave during phone interviews and assessment centers to impress recruiters systematically.
"A definite game-changer for me." - Incoming Summer Analyst at Bank of America Merrill Lynch
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Hi,
My name is Aurelian Tran. I’m an ex-Financial Analyst who has spent the last four years working for world-class investment banks and hedge funds, including Goldman Sachs, Lansdowne Partners, Lazard, and Goetzpartners.
Over the past few years, I’ve done 60+ interviews, received multiple offers from the best investment banks in the world, and personally interviewed dozens of candidates for my former employers, including Goldman Sachs and Lazard.
And here is what I can tell you:
To be successful in investment banking interviews (which are ruthlessly selective) you need to master these 3 things:
Success factor #1: You need to be able to anticipate most interview questions in advance
Even if you’re very smart, how do you expect to answer confidently if we ask you a question you never had before? If we ask you “Can you run me through an accretion/dilution analysis” during a last round interview at Goldman Sachs and you can’t answer, what do you think will happen?
That’s right, you likely won’t get the offer. The only way to prevent this unfortunate scenario is to know what interview questions to expect, so that you know what to work on.
Success factor #2: Your ability to master technical knowledge, including critical financial concepts such as Enterprise Value, DCF Valuation, TMV, IRR, LBO modelling, and many more.
It's easy to find lists of investment banking interview questions online.
But the truth is: memorizing 400+ interview questions is completely useless if you don't genuinely understand the critical financial concepts recruiters will be testing you on.
Why? Because for every “classic” interview question, such as “run me through a DCF”, there will be unpredictable follow-up questions and unique variants of questions that you won't be able to predict.
Understanding the underlying financial concepts that are tested during interviews gives you the flexibility to tackle a near infinite supply of questions, because if you truly know what you're talking about, you can talk forever.
If you don't understand these core concepts, you won't last long in the most selective interviews. You can't fake it. You have to know it. Recruiters use very specific techniques to weed out candidates that are faking it.
Success factor #3: The way you present your story, by answering fit questions like “Tell me about yourself” or “Walk me through your resume”.
The #1 factor that drives interview success is NOT technical preparation, but the way you present your story, by answering fit questions like “Tell me about yourself” or “Walk me through your resume”
Countless talented candidates are rejected by top IBs just because they fail to present themselves with clarity and confidence.
At the end of the day, top investment banks are NOT looking for financial nerds who can build a 12-layer LBO model in 45 minutes, but ramble for hours when we ask them “tell me about yourself”...
They are looking for smart, driven, high-potential individuals who are eager to learn and who would be a good fit in their team.
And if you fail to make a strong impression during the first 2 minutes of your interview, you won’t make it to the next round.
To help students perform at the highest level during investment banking interviews, we decided to create a full online course to help you:
- Anticipate most interview questions in advance (fit + technical questions). Get access to a database of 125+ commonly asked, real-world interview questions sourced from Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Evercore, Lazard, and more.
- For each question, we provide examples of high-performing answers so that you know exactly what works, and what recruiters expect to hear from you.
- Know exactly what to answer to any technical question by mastering foundational financial concepts. 267+ pages of in-depth prep content that will make you bullet-proof for interviews. No question will surprise you once you possess this critical knowledge.
- Know precisely how to tell your story to convince recruiters of your value within minutes. Learn how to answer common fit questions (such as "Why investment banking") flawlessly.
Who made this course?
This course was made by active and former investment banking professionals from top-tier firms, including Lazard, Goldman Sachs, and Perella Weinberg Partners.
It was made by Associate-level investment bankers who have a very precise idea of what types of questions are asked during IBD interviews, and of what is expected from candidates both on the fit and technical side.
Collectively, we have interviewed hundreds of candidates for our current and former employers, and have been through multiple rounds of interviews ourselves at some of the most selective investment banks in the world.
The content that you will find in this course is made to give you exactly what you need to succeed in investment banking interviews. Nothing less, nothing more.
Introducing...
The Investment Banking Interview Insider Guide ©
By Alpha Lane
The most comprehensive, result-oriented, no-BS programme on the market to ace IBD interviews at bulge-bracket investment banks and elite boutiques.
Highlights of The IB Interview Insider Guide © Include:
Know exactly what interview questions to expect and to prepare
Don't let one question surprise you. Get access to an insider-made list of the 125+ most commonly-asked interview questions in investment banking (fit + technical questions)
For each interview question, know to deliver a pitch-perfect answer
For each interview question, know how to deliver flawless answer. We provide practical examples of high-performing answers for each common fit and technical question.
Master foundational financial concepts to be able to handle any question thrown at you
Get access to 267+ pages of in-depth prep content that will make you bullet-proof for interviews by teaching you the foundational financial concepts (including DCF valuation, EV, TMV, accounting for valuation, and more). No question will surprise you once you possess this critical knowledge.
Learn how to show the best version of yourself during interviews, even if you're feeling nervous
Countless candidates fail their interviews because they're too anxious to show their best selves. In this course, you'll discover effective techniques to perform at your peak level systematically, even if you feel nervous.
Learn how to tell your story convincingly to win the recruiter over within minutes
Prepare yourself better and faster than everybody else with optimal prep strategies
Not having a robust prep plan is one of the biggest causes of failure for hungry candidates like you. We show you optimal prep strategies to make sure you absolutely smash all your interviews.
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What you will learn in this online course:
Module #1: Investment Banking Interview Process - Critical Tips & Must Knows
Essential tips and strategies to be successful in investment banking interviews
Module #2: Interview Preparation - Fit Questions
Answer interview fit questions flawlessly and know how to tell your story to make a strong impression on recruiters
- Craft pitch-perfect answers to interview fit questions based on your own personal story and unique circumstances
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Learn how to win the recruiter over within the first two minutes, by delivering exceptional answers to the most commonly asked fit questions, including "tell me about yourself" and "why investment banking"
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Use the "Internal Bank Method" to answer any interview question, without hesitation
Module #3: Interview Preparation - Technical Questions
Know exactly which financial questions to expect during IB interviews and learn how to nail them every time
- In-depth preparation on all technical questions to make you 100% ready to handle any financial question thrown at you (including the hardest valuation ones asked at PE mega-funds)
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Comprehensive database of 125+ real-world interview questions sourced from 40+ top-tier investment banks and investment firms, including Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse, Citi, CVC, Blackstone, KKR, and many more
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Technical interview questions covered include: "must-know" financial concepts, valuation methodologies, financial modelling, M&A, LBO, key accounting concepts, financial culture, and much more
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Module #4: Brainteasers
Learn how to crack the most frequent brainteasers in investment banking interviews
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Module #5: Advanced Technical Preparation
Receive advanced preparation on critical interview financial concepts to handle any technical question thrown at you
- Become proficient on the critical financial concepts that are frequently tested during interviews (including Enterprise Value, DCF Valuation, TMV, IRR, valuation multiples, and more)
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Best-in-class interview prep material prepared by ex-Goldman Sachs, Perella Weinberg Partners, and Lazard finance professionals
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Includes a detailed guide on DCF valuation, featuring a valuation case study on the British equipment rental company Ashtead
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How to build an Enterprise Value "bridge", using the Dutch semiconductor company ASML as an example
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Module #6: Interview Performance Optimization
Build up your confidence and perform at your best during interviews
- Learn actionable tips to perform at your best during your interviews, even if you feel fearful and anxious
- 2 counter-intuitive mental techniques to immediately slash tensions and anxiety right before your interviews
- How to boost your mental sharpness by following this simple neuro-conditioning habit at least two days before your interview
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3 emergency tactics to enforce during the interview if you don't know what to say or if you forgot your answer
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My gift to you:
With all this strategic knowledge in your hands, I can guarantee that you already have everything you need to ace your interviews with confidence, and get the dream Investment Banking role you're looking for in no time.
But I'm not going to stop there...
To make your life even easier, and help you propel your finance career to the next level, I'm going to give you access to two bonuses for free!
Here's what I'm offering you on top of all the five core modules of the main programme:
Bonus #1: 24/7 Personal Help Line
Ask us anything, at any time, and our team will answer any of your questions or concern
Bonus #2: List of 300+ Top Investment Banks & Investment Firms Worldwide
Save time by knowing exactly where to apply
- High-quality list of top financial firms handpicked by industry professionals
- 100 top investment banks and elite boutiques
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61 premier private equity firms
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63 world-class hedge funds
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88 leading asset management funds
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So, here is what you are about to get:
You get immediate access to:
- Our complete online programme comprising 3 core modules (and 2 bonuses).
- All modules presented in optimized PDF format, readable on every device.
- Premium client support via email to answer any questions you may have.
- Immediate access to the entire course, available 24/7.
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3-month money back guarantee. No questions asked.
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Here is what our students have to say about the course.
Summer Internship offer at Credit Suisse
"Coming from a non-target school, I’ve always struggled to get interviews at the top banks. I’ve found the networking and cold emailing modules very helpful in solving that problem: I got 5 interviews within 3 weeks after starting the programme, and ended up accepting a Summer Internship offer in macro research at Credit Suisse. Thanks for all the help."
James T.
M&A Analyst Intern at TMT Investment Banking Boutique
“I landed my first internship in M&A at a top boutique in London. All other candidates had a background way superior to mine, and I had never been through any interview process before. I can't stress enough how this programme helped me secure this internship. Thank you!”
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M&A Internship at Baird
"After three weeks of applications using the referral system, I secured an internship in M&A at Baird. Extremely grateful for the help. I will continue to use this strategy to find job opportunities moving forward."
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“This guide was tremendously helpful. I learned so much in this guide that I really wish I discovered it before. I’ve been struggling to get interviews for months, and just by applying a few networking tips provided in the third module, I managed to land 4 interviews at major investment funds in only one week!”
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Summary of the course content:
(order link below)
- Module #1: Investment Banking Interview Process - Critical Tips & Must Knows
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Module #2: Interview Preparation - Fit Questions
- Module #3: Interview Preparation - Technical Questions
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Module #4: Brainteasers
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Module #5: Advanced Technical Preparation
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Module #6: Interview Performance Optimization
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Bonus #1: 24/7 Personal Help Line (Offered)
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Bonus #2: List of 300+ Top Investment Banks & Investment Firms Worldwide (Offered)
Total Value: £147
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Now, if you're like most people, you may wonder:
Is this programme going to work for me? What if I'm not getting the results that I'm hoping for, even after applying all the tactics contained in this programme?
I understand your concerns, because I was exactly in your shoes not so long ago. That's why I'm willing to protect the investment of all my students with a 3-month Money-Back Guarantee.
If, for any reason, you are not satisfied with this programme within 3 months, or if you feel that this programme is not for you after consideration, just send us an email at contact@alpha-lane.com and we will give you a full refund.
No questions asked. Either you succeed or we refund you, it's that simple.
The only reason why I can afford to give you this guarantee is because I have absolute confidence in the quality of outcomes this programme can bring you (provided of course that you apply it seriously).
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Once you sign up, here’s what happens:
- By clicking on the button "Join the course today" below, you will be redirected to a secured order page protected by SSL to enter your details. Once your details have been submitted, you will immediately receive a link via email to log in to the course's member's area.
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This is arguably the most comprehensive and result-oriented investment banking course to land interviews you'll ever find
- You’ll also get access to our 24/7 support line, which you can use to get help from our support team at any time during the week.
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Hear more from the success of our customers:
"I recently received a Summer Internship offer at Credit Suisse IBD in London" [...] "This is one of the best investments I have ever made."
"I ended up accepting an M&A off-cycle internship offer at Barclays even though I had zero experience in finance beforehand, and despite coming from a non-target university."
"I have landed 3 internship offers, including 2 summer analyst spots in IBD in London (BNP Paribas and Deutsche Bank)."
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Now, you have two choices:
You can of course choose to ignore the opportunity than I'm lending you.
You can try to figure out the maze of investment banking recruiting by yourself, and hope to be among the top 2% of bright candidates that make it to the offer.
If you decide to go your own way, I wish you the best of luck.
Or...
You could get your hands on the most radically honest, result-oriented interview guide on the market to land your dream investment banking offer this year.
I'm not saying that our course is a magic bullet. The truth is, in life, we can never guarantee success 100%.
But if you follow our advice carefully, there's no reason you can't land a Summer Internship, Graduate role, or Off-Cycle position at a prestigious bulge-bracket investment bank.
Regardless of your current background, school, and experiences.
In life, the best thing we can do is doing everything in our power to increase our chances of success, so that we can look back on our life with no regret.
I made my choice a long time ago by following the advice of my mentor. Now it's your turn to make your choice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of investment banking are covered in this programme? For who is it exactly?
This programme is designed for students who aspire to work in investment banking, regardless of their specific division of interest (e.g. Leveraged Finance, M&A, DCM, ECM, Global Markets, Equity Research, etc.).
So whether you're looking for an internship or job in M&A at a major investment bank, or an Equity Research role at a small broker in London, you will find what you're looking for in this very comprehensive programme.
The techniques and strategies that are used to obtain interviews are applicable to all areas of finance.
I am not based in the UK. Is this program appropriate for me?
This programme is specifically designed to help you get a first-class spot in Investment Banking, regardless of where you are based. We have already helped hundreds of students over more than 17 different countries, including but not limited to: France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, New Zealand, India and many others.
The majority of our students do not come from the UK, and are typically very keen to receive insider advice to break into this highly selective industry. The techniques and strategies presented in this programme work for every type of company, and are suitable for nearly every country. So whether you're looking to secure a job in London, Paris, Tokyo, or Bangalore, rest assured that this course will help you accomplish your goal.
My circumstances are unique. How can I be sure this program is fully suitable for me?
We have helped and continue to help students from a very wide range of backgrounds. Many of them didn't have the type of profile you would typically expect to see in high finance, but managed to break into the industry nonetheless.
Based on our experience, this program will be of extremely high value to you if:
1) You are very interested in getting first-class experience in Investment Banking to start your investing career on the best possible foot;
2) You are not entirely sure if you want to work in Investment Banking, but you would like to acquire some high-quality experience to discover this field and see if you enjoy it. You also think that in case you don't enjoy it, you could still leverage this quality experience to move to other attractive fields of finance (e.g. Venture Capital, Investor Relations, Fund Raising, etc);
3) You are already convinced that Investment Banking is made for you, and your goal is to secure a full-time offer at a prestigious investment bank as fast as possible.
If you can see yourself in any of these descriptions, then you'll find this program extremely useful.
How does the guarantee work? Are there any conditions to be eligible for the guarantee?
We offer a 3-month money back guarantee. If you're not satisfied with the programme within 3 months, just send us an email and we'll refund you every penny. The only thing you have to do if you want your money back is to send us an email stating your request, and we'll proceed with a full refund within 48 hours. No questions asked.
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