AQ Technology Partners is an investment bank focused on software and technology-enabled services. Its work includes mergers and acquisitions, strategic advisory, and capital-raising assignments. Because of this specialization, interviewers can assess whether you genuinely understand technology businesses rather than simply expressing a broad interest in investment banking.
AQ's focused platform gives junior bankers exposure to sector-specific companies and transaction work. That distinction is where your sector preparation starts to matter. You should understand recurring revenue, customer retention, growth rates, and profitability because these factors frequently shape software valuations. You should also be able to explain why a specialized advisory firm appeals to you more than a large, diversified bank.