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Sales & Trading Product Knowledge Quiz
A targeted quiz to test core Sales & Trading product knowledge and prepare for technical interviews.
Ace Your S&T Interview: Technicals, Brainteasers, and Market Questions
Ace Your S&T Interview Guide is the no-fluff prep manual for candidates who want to stand out in Sales & Trading interviews. It combines the technical knowledge firms expect with the market judgment, communication style, and fast-thinking problem solving that actually win offers. Whether you need to tighten your stock pitch, master rates and valuation, or get sharper on interview-style brainteasers, this guide is designed to help you perform with confidence and edge.
Crafting Your Sales & Trading Pitch
A brief guide to delivering a clear, confident Sales & Trading interview pitch.
Other Careers in Finance Panel
Discover the range of career opportunities within and beyond private equity in this insightful panel discussion. Hear from professionals in investor relations, portfolio operations, fundraising, corporate development, and more as they share their career paths, daily responsibilities, and strategies for success. You’ll learn how to position yourself for these roles, the skills PE firms value most, and how to navigate your career in the broader private equity ecosystem. Meet your hosts: Nicolas D. - Former Equity Research Associate @ Jefferies Mariana A. - Current Sales & Trading Associate @ Morgan Stanley Devanshi M. - Corporate Finance Lead @ Nextdoor
Guide to Sales & Trading Recruiting
Recruiting Stories from Recent Analysts
Candid accounts of what worked (and what failed) in real S&T interviews, networking, and offer negotiation processes.
S&T Interview Prep: Bond Market Fundamentals
A review of bond market fundamentals, covering key concepts and resources to build a strong fixed income foundation.
S&T Interview Prep: Key Options Terms & Payoffs
A clear overview of key options terms and payoffs, designed to build intuition and strengthen your derivatives foundation.
Pros and Cons of a Sales & Trading Career
Get the unvarnished truth on the compensation, exit opportunities, and intense demands before you commit to S&T.
Sales & Trading Interview Prep
A concise guide to help you sharpen your pitch, talk markets confidently, and stand out in Sales & Trading interviews.
Inside the Trading Floor
Peek behind the curtain to understand the tech, the structure, and the high-stakes culture of a major bank's trading room.
S&T Application and Networking Tracker
A plug-and-play system for managing applications, tracking networking contacts, and prioritizing your target banks effectively.
Sales & Trading-Specific Tips
Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.
How S&T Fits into a Bank
Learn the core function of Sales & Trading and how it powers a global investment bank's success.
How Market News Becomes A Trade Idea
Learn how elite traders go from headline to execution, generating actionable, profitable ideas in minutes.
S&T Self Assessment
Use this checklist to gauge your strengths and weaknesses against the traits of top-performing Sales & Trading professionals.
Introduction to Capital Markets & Trading
Interested in a career in capital markets and trading but not sure where to start? This session will walk you through the fundamentals of the industry, what different roles entail, and the skills firms look for in strong candidates. You’ll learn how to stand out in recruiting, prepare for interviews, and position yourself for success in a highly competitive field. The session will be led by Mariana A., a Leland coach with extensive experience in sales & trading, who will share insider insights to help you understand the landscape and take actionable steps toward landing a role in capital markets.
Introduction to Careers and Recruiting in Capital Markets and Sales & Trading
Curious about careers in Capital Markets and Sales & Trading? In this session, you’ll get a clear overview of what these roles actually involve, how they differ, and what it takes to succeed in each. We’ll also break down the recruiting process, including the skills and qualities firms are looking for, and how you can start preparing now to stand out in interviews. The session will be led by Ryan T., a Leland coach with first-hand experience in investment banking and capital markets, as well as extensive involvement in training and recruiting. He’ll share practical insights on navigating these competitive paths and help you build a roadmap to land your first role in the industry.
Recruiting Timeline (Undergrad & Masters – Sales & Trading Focus)
Detailed schedules for both college and graduate students outlining when banks recruit and how to manage the application cycles.
S&T Overview of Desks
From Fixed Income to Equities, see a quick breakdown of every major Sales & Trading desk and which is right for your skills.
