How early should I start my interview preparation?

Question

I will finish my studies next year. How early should I start to prepare for the interviews?

Answer 1

Hey there,

I know I’m a bit late to this, but hopefully, you’ve already started prepping or even landed some interviews!

If you’re finishing your studies this year, ideally, you’d want to start preparing at least 6 months before applications open. For IB and high-finance roles, recruiting often happens early, so getting ahead on technical prep (valuation, modeling, accounting) and networking is key.

How’s it going so far? If you still need help, please let me know!

Answer 2

I agree with Natalie! Starting about 6 months before applications open is ideal.

That being said, it also depends on how much time and effort you can invest. If you’re able to dedicate several hours a day, intensive prep can get you interview-ready in a couple weeks. It really comes down to your schedule and capacity.

If you need help figuring out the right approach for you, feel free to reach out!

Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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