Wall Street Prep Certificate

Participate in the Wall Street Prep Basic Package – the training program used by leading financial institutions! This online, self-paced training program is an abbreviated version of the Premium Package that focuses exclusively on financial statement modeling. Trainees will learn modeling best practices and build a complete financial statement model. This program is especially suited for students who are seeking careers in investment banking, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, corporate finance or equity research. Learn and develop skills in Excel and engage in active learning related to financial forecasting valuation. The training helps participants master finance fundamentals so you can successfully launch your career.

Upon successful completion of the Basic Package of the Financial Statement Modeling program, students are eligible to advance to the Wall Street Prep Premium Package. Students will advance through six core training modules – and complete a 49-question final exam – and receive a Wall Street Prep Certificate. This certificate is recognized by employers and can enhance your candidacy for internship and job opportunities. – and complete a final exam will receive a Wall Street Prep Certificate. This certificate is recognized by employers and can enhance your candidacy for internship and job opportunities.

Note: The program assumes a basic introductory knowledge of accounting (e.g. interaction of balance sheet, cash flow, and income statement) and proficiency in Excel. Students with no prior background in Accounting should enroll in the Accounting Crash Course. Please indicate if you have met these prerequisites in your Ole Career Launcher application.

Given the cost associated with the program, selected students must commit to completing the estimated 11 hours of online training. It is strongly recommended that students work through the training at a reasonable pace and complete the training during the summer. Students will have access to the service for one year.

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Application Deadline: April 1, 2025 at 11:59pm

The specific objectives of this program are to:

Earn a certification in Wall Street Prep which is designed to prepare students for the demands of investment banking and other competitive finance careers
Develop structured problem-solving skills and deeper analytical acumen that employers seek
Enhance and refine strong verbal and written communication skills
Increase knowledge and comfort with more advanced skills in Excel, the primary tool used in finance.

The program is schedule for summer. Students will get access in early May and are encouraged to complete the program by the end of August.

Sophomore, junior or senior with a strong academic record. First-years may be considered to participate.
Strong interest in the subject matter and a good faith interest in careers in finance

Additional Benefits

Students will also have access to to the Wall Street Prep Investment Banking Interview Guide (The Red Book), as well as additional training modules in the areas of Accounting, Finance & Credit, Excel & PowerPoint, Sales & Trading, Data Analysis, Project Finance, Real Estate, Restructuring, Equity Research, Corporate Finance, Fixed Income, Commodities, Equities, Treasury, FP&A, Private Equity, and Venture Capital.

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Wall Street Prep Certificate

Program Overview

Application Deadline: April 1, 2025 at 11:59pm

The specific objectives of this program are to:

Earn a certification in Wall Street Prep which is designed to prepare students for the demands of investment banking and other competitive finance careers

Develop structured problem-solving skills and deeper analytical acumen that employers seek

Enhance and refine strong verbal and written communication skills

Increase knowledge and comfort with more advanced skills in Excel, the primary tool used in finance.

The program is schedule for summer. Students will get access in early May and are encouraged to complete the program by the end of August.

Sophomore, junior or senior with a strong academic record. First-years may be considered to participate.

Strong interest in the subject matter and a good faith interest in careers in finance

Additional Benefits

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Meghan McMillan (she, her, hers)