How to Prepare for an Investment Banking Interview in One Day

One day is not enough to master investment banking interviews from scratch, but it is enough to improve your performance significantly. The key is to prioritize the questions most likely to determine the outcome: your story, core accounting and valuation concepts, knowledge of the firm, and clear delivery under pressure.

Author: Michael Harris Updated 4 min read

Start With a High-Probability Prep Plan

Do not spend the day reading an interview guide from beginning to end. Triage your preparation around the areas interviewers test most often, then practice answering aloud.

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