As well as the need for a focus on private markets, the biggest challenge for the client was to ensure the entire cohort, from a variety of backgrounds, left the program desk ready. Although there was no one in the group completely new to employment, some had experience as IB analysts and some had previous PE experience.

Customized & Relevant

Our trainer worked directly with those in the front office at the firm to ensure the content of the program was hyper-relevant. Together with experts in the business, we created an in-class case study which took up a full day of the training. This allowed participants to put their newfound skills to the test in a situation reflective of those they would encounter on the desk. Measuring success was integral to this client. Once again, we worked closely with them to ensure the final exam was centered around the skills most relevant to their working practices.

Continued Support

Despite the pre-learning offered, the difference in ability between participants was still clear at the end of the five days. To counteract this, the instructor provided post-program support personally, offering exam reviews and forwarding links to specific Felix playlists to plug skills gaps.

Desk-ready

By working with VPs to produce a tailored curriculum and testing solution, alongside the one-to-one support offered to lower-ability students, participants were well prepared to hit the ground running and work on real deals.