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CDO Summer Exploration: Leadership Development Programs

Leadership Development Programs (LDPs) are a popular recruiting path for MBA students, especially those interested in general management, operations, marketing, HR, or strategy. These programs are offered by top companies across industries—from Fortune 500s to innovative growth-stage firms—and are designed …

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Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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Intro to Financial Modeling – With Examples (2026)

Financial modeling is a cornerstone of effective financial planning and decision-making for businesses, investment professionals, and individuals. This tactical and comprehensive guide delves into the components, types, and applications of financial models, offering a detailed exploration to help you master …

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Investment Banking Interview Guide: Process & Tips (2026)

This investment banking interview guide is designed for candidates who want to stand out in investment banking interviews and secure offers at top firms. It explains the interview process, covers technical concepts, and provides tactics for behavioral questions. By reviewing …

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What Does it Take to be a Chief of Staff

Ask ten executives what their Chief of Staff does, and you’ll get ten different answers. Ask ten Chiefs of Staff what makes someone succeed in the role, and you’ll hear the same word: ambiguity.

In a recent conversation with three …

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Elizabeth Sena Career Coach, Working Professionals
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Insights for Students: Spring 2026 Recruiting for Diversified Financial Services and FinTech

Just as investment banking recruiting wraps up in January, other industries are warming up! Look for activity coming from diversified financial services, such as commercial banking, insurance, accounting, and FinTech. If you’re checking out our previous blog posts on Understanding …

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Nursen Demiroz Employer Partnerships Manager
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Industry Primer: Investment Banking

This Primer covers all Investment Banking essentials, including what types of deal services Investment Banks offer. Topics include: M&A, Equity…

Industry Primer: Corporate Banking

Corporate banks are the backbone of our global economy. They manage the transactions and safeguard the assets of the world’s…

Industry Primer: Wealth Management

Wealth Management is fundamentally a distribution business. It offers white-glove service, connecting high-net-worth clients seamlessly with whatever financial products they…

Industry Primer: Blockchain

Blockchain technologies – cryptocurrencies, NFTs, smart contracts – are among the most discussed emergent technologies today. Many believe that blockchain…

Industry Primer: Core Banking Systems

The Core Banking System (CBS) is the invisible but essential heart of any financial institution. It’s the master ledger that…

Function Primer: Finance

Warren Buffett has some famous financial advice—“Rule number 1: Never lose money. Rule number 2: Never forget rule number 1.”…

Industry Primer: Digital Payments

Digital payments. Without them, the global economy would grind to a halt. Hundreds of trillions of dollars are flowing each…

Financial Statement Modeling

Taught by Wall Street Prep
In this course, you will develop a 3-statement model completely from scratch, inputting historical data and assumptions to project out…

Interview Tips for Finance Professionals

Taught by Jena Viviano
Interviewing for a role in the financial industry can be a nerve-wracking experience. Interviewers ask a ton of complex questions…

Excel: Advanced Formulas and Functions (2023)

Taught by Oz du Soleil
Follow along with Excel MVP Oz du Soleil as he demystifies the many kinds of formulas and functions available in…

Excel Crash Course

Taught by Wall Street Prep
Whether you currently work in Excel at a beginner or intermediate level, this course will take you to the next…

PowerPoint Crash Course

Taught by Wall Street Prep
A single IB or consulting slide may contain more analysis and strategy than an entire sales presentation, and the fast…

Ultimate Guide to the Technical Finance Interview

Taught by Wall Street Prep
Finance interviews are notoriously difficult. Firms want to make sure candidates are 100% committed before devoting considerable resources to mentor…

ESG Investing, Green Bonds and Social Bonds

Taught by Wall Street Prep
The last decade has seen exponential growth in ESG investing worldwide. Designed for those seeking to learn about the role…

FPAMC© Appendix: Corporate Finance Principles

Taught by Wall Street Prep
An Appendix of the FP&A Modeling Certification Program (FPAMC©). FP&A professionals must be able to understand corporate finance best practices,…

Industry Primer: Banking Primer

From the income statement to the operating model, almost everything about banks is different from a typical company. Even though…
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