Leland+ for Investment Banking

Recruiting Internationally: Land an IB Role

Breaking into investment banking as an international candidate comes with unique challenges—but with the right strategy, it’s absolutely achievable. In this session, top IB coach Hanie L. will break down how international recruiting really works. You’ll learn how to position your background, network strategically across borders, and avoid the common mistakes that derail otherwise strong applications.

Breaking into IB in Asia: Winning Resumes and Behavioral Interview Strategies

Landing an investment banking role in Asia requires more than technical skills—it takes a sharp resume, compelling stories, and a clear understanding of what regional recruiters value most. In this session, expert coach Hanie L. will share what sets successful candidates apart in Asia’s competitive recruiting landscape. ​Whether you’re targeting Hong Kong, Singapore, or another Asian financial hub, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to refine your application and interview prep so you can stand out and land offers.

IB Division Structure: Coverage v. Product Groups

Explains the organizational structure of investment banks, distinguishing between coverage groups that manage client relationships and product groups that provide specialized financial services.

The Perfect Finance Resume Template

This resume template is designed to help candidates pass initial resume screens and compete for investment banking and private equity roles. It includes structured sections, formatting guidance, and examples that reflect what recruiters typically look for during early-stage recruiting.

Breaking into IB in London

​In this session, Leland coach Vanessa L.—a former investment banker turned operator and investor—shares her insider perspective on breaking into Investment Banking in London. Having worked across M&A and capital markets at top firms in both NYC and London, she’s coached 40+ professionals through high-stakes transitions into IB and beyond. ​You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for refining your story, succeeding in interviews, and navigating the competitive London IBD landscape. Whether you're targeting analyst roles or looking to pivot into IB from another path, this session is designed to equip you with the confidence, clarity, and practical tools to advance your career with intention.

Build Your Personal Brand: Craft Your Story & Stand

A practical workbook that helps professionals define and confidently communicate their personal brand during a career transition.

What Makes a Good Stock Pitch

These slides include tips and examples for how to communicate your market view, differentiated view, monetization plan, risks, and rewards to investors.

Wells Fargo Investment Banking Resume

See a real-world investment banking resume and learn what it takes to land a top finance job.

Technical Interviews & Core Finance Concepts

Technical interviews are where candidates rise or fall, and mastering the fundamentals is essential to getting an offer. In this session, you'll learn how to approach the most commonly tested finance concepts—from valuation and accounting, to financial statement analysis and market drivers—in a clear, structured, and interview-ready way. We’ll cover typical technical questions, what interviewers listen for in strong answers, and how to avoid the common mistakes that signal inexperience. Whether you’re starting from scratch or sharpening your edge before first-rounds, you’ll walk away with frameworks, study priorities, and practice tactics to approach technicals with confidence and communicate like a future banker.

Landing an Investment Banking Role

Investment banking recruiting is highly competitive, and success depends on strategy, preparation, and timing. This session breaks down the full recruiting process, from understanding roles and timelines to building a strong resume, networking effectively, and preparing for technical and behavioral interviews. You’ll learn how banks evaluate candidates, what differentiates top applicants, and how to avoid common mistakes that derail otherwise strong profiles.

Demystifying IB Technical Interviews

Join top Leland investment banking coaches for a clear, no-nonsense breakdown of what IB technical interviews really test—and how to prepare for them effectively. They’ll walk through the core concepts, frameworks, and problem-solving approaches that top firms expect candidates to master, plus the mistakes that quietly kill otherwise strong interviews. You’ll leave with a sharper understanding of technical expectations and a practical roadmap to boost your readiness and confidence.

Investment Banking Interview Essentials for MBA Students

Preparing for Investment Banking Summer Associate interviews requires a level of polish, depth, and business maturity far beyond the analyst track—and this workshop is designed to get you there. We’ll cover how to tell a compelling, experience-driven story, articulate a convincing and credible “Why IB,” speak intelligently about current deals and market dynamics, and demonstrate a command of both technicals and the sector you’re targeting. You’ll also learn what banks expect specifically from Summer Associates: leadership, client readiness, process ownership, and the ability to think strategically at a higher altitude and a deeper level. If you're an MBA student aiming for IB recruiting, this session will help you stand out as a confident, capable associate-level candidate.

Top 5 Tips to Break into IB

Breaking into investment banking is competitive—but with the right strategy, it’s achievable. Join Top 5 Tips to Break into IB, a focused session designed to give you clear, actionable guidance on how to stand out in the recruiting process. In this event, we’ll cover the five most important factors for breaking into IB, from building a strong resume and networking effectively to preparing for interviews and positioning your story. You’ll gain practical insights you can apply immediately, whether you’re just starting out or refining your approach. Walk away with clarity, confidence, and a smarter strategy for breaking into investment banking.

Get Your Foot in the Door with Top Banks

Breaking into top investment banks can feel out of reach—but the right approach can open doors. Join Get Your Foot in the Door with Top Banks, a focused session designed to help you navigate the early stages of IB recruiting with confidence. In this event, you’ll learn how to position your profile for top banks, approach networking strategically, and make a strong first impression with recruiters and professionals. We’ll cover common entry points, key mistakes to avoid, and practical steps you can take right now to improve your chances. Whether you’re early in your journey or looking for clearer direction, you’ll leave with actionable insights and a stronger game plan.

Positioning for IB and Buy Side

Breaking into investment banking or the buy side requires more than strong technical skills—it requires clear positioning. In this session, a top Leland coach and IB expert Adam B. will break down how to shape your story, experience, and skill set to appeal to both IB and buy-side recruiters.

Valuations for Investment Banking

Valuation is the backbone of investment banking interviews and on-the-job analysis, yet many candidates struggle to explain it clearly and confidently. This session breaks down the core valuation methods used in banking, how to think about assumptions and trade-offs, and how to communicate your work the way bankers expect in interviews and live deal discussions. You’ll leave with a stronger conceptual framework for valuation and practical tips to sharpen both your technical accuracy and your delivery.

The Investment Banking Behavior Interview: Prove Your Value

Investment banking behavioral interviews test more than fit—they assess judgment, resilience, and whether you’ll add value on day one. In this session, you’ll learn how to structure compelling stories, highlight impact under pressure, and answer common questions with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re preparing for first rounds or superdays, you’ll leave with a repeatable framework to stand out in behavioral interviews.

What You Need to Know About Investment Banking Technical Interviews

Preparing for investment banking technical interviews can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure which concepts interviewers actually prioritize. This session is designed for candidates targeting IB roles who want a clearer, more focused way to prepare for the accounting, valuation, and financial modeling questions that frequently appear in interviews. You’ll learn how bankers evaluate technical responses, which core topics consistently come up, and how to structure answers so you sound confident and precise under pressure.

Investment Banking Recruiting - 5 Top Tips to Stand Out

Are you looking to break into investment banking as your next career move? Join Alejandro A., a seasoned investment banking and private equity professional, for an exclusive session where he will share essential strategies to help you stand out in the highly competitive recruiting process. ​​With over 10 years of experience, Alejandro has worked at prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs, where he served as an Investment Banking Associate, and at Fanatics, as Director of M&A. He also co-founded Harbor Street Capital, a private equity fund, and has mentored over 200 students who have gone on to secure positions at top firms such as Goldman Sachs, Evercore, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley. ​​In this event, Alejandro will provide insider insights into how to successfully navigate the investment banking recruitment process and stand out as a top candidate.