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Professional Program in Investment Banking with Industry Mentorship

Master financial modelling, DCF & LBO analysis, M&A, and capital markets with mentors from Goldman Sachs & Morgan Stanley. Break into finance in 9 months.

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Watch: How Meritshot prepares you for Investment Banking

9 Months
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Advanced
Level
1:1
Mentorship

Our Alumni Work at Goldman Sachs • Morgan Stanley • JP Morgan • Google • Deloitte • NVIDIA

Why Meritshot

The Meritshot Advantage

Everything you need to break into investment banking — real deal experience, bulge bracket mentors, and 360-degree career support.

01

Real Deal Case Studies

Work on actual M&A deals from top investment banks. Build pitch books and financial models just like on the job.

02

360° Career Support

From technical skills to salary negotiation — we guide you every step, with 150+ recruiter connections in finance.

03

Practical Interview Prep

Practice with case studies, financial modelling tests, and technical rounds — all with expert feedback for faster results.

04

Bulge Bracket Mentors

Learn 1:1 from professionals at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and JP Morgan with proven deal-making experience.

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Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Learn with constantly updated, job-ready modules designed to match what top investment banks actually test in interviews.

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Small Batch, Big Results

Learn in focused, intimate cohorts that ensure personalized attention, faster doubt resolution, and stronger peer networks.

Hiring Partners

Our Alumni Work at Top Companies

World-class companies and fast-growing startups that hire our trained professionals for impactful roles across technology, finance, consulting, and cybersecurity.

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...and many more across tech, finance, consulting & cybersecurity

Skills You Will Master

Everything You Need to Break Into IB

From financial modelling to pitchbook creation — master every skill that top investment banks look for in analysts.

Financial Modelling

Build bank-grade models used in live transactions

  • 3-statement integrated models
  • Revenue forecasting & cost drivers
  • Scenario & sensitivity analysis

DCF Valuation

Calculate intrinsic value using discounted cash flows

  • WACC, FCFF & terminal value
  • Gordon Growth & Exit Multiple methods
  • Football field valuation charts

LBO Analysis

Structure leveraged buyouts and model investor returns

  • Debt schedule & amortization
  • IRR, MOIC & returns waterfall
  • PE sponsor deal structuring

M&A Advisory

Analyze deals, synergies, and accretion/dilution

  • Buy-side & sell-side deal flow
  • Synergy & accretion/dilution models
  • Due diligence & deal negotiation

Comps & Precedent Txns

Value companies using market and deal multiples

  • EV/EBITDA, P/E & EV/Revenue multiples
  • Peer benchmarking & normalization
  • Precedent transaction screening

Capital Markets & IPO

Understand equity issuance, debt markets, and IPOs

  • ECM, DCM & structured products
  • IPO process & book building
  • Market dynamics & pricing

Private Equity

Navigate PE deal flow, portfolio, and fund metrics

  • PE deal origination & screening
  • Portfolio company management
  • Fund returns & carry structures

Excel & Financial Tools

Master the tools every IB analyst uses daily

  • Advanced Excel & VBA automation
  • Bloomberg Terminal fundamentals
  • Capital IQ & PitchBook data

Pitchbooks & Execution

Create professional client presentations and memos

  • Bank-quality pitchbook design
  • Investment memos & CIMs
  • Client communication & deal closing
Microsoft ExcelBloomberg TerminalCapital IQPitchBookPowerPointVBA & Macros
Career Transformations

Real People, Real Results

See how our alumni transitioned from diverse backgrounds into high-paying investment banking roles.

I was preparing for CA but felt it wasn't aligned with my interest in finance. The modelling skills and interview prep helped me land an analyst role at a boutique IB firm.

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Priya M.

Meritshot Alumni

Coming from a tech background, I had zero finance experience. The structured curriculum and deal case studies gave me everything I needed to transition into private equity.

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Vikram S.

Meritshot Alumni

My MBA didn't cover the technical depth needed for IB. Meritshot filled every gap — financial modelling, valuation, and the 1:1 mentorship that prepared me for interviews.

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Anjali R.

Meritshot Alumni

I was stuck in a support role with no growth. The projects and interview prep helped me understand what Investment Banking roles actually demand. Now at a top-tier firm.

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Amit V.

Meritshot Alumni

I was preparing for CA but felt it wasn't aligned with my interest in finance. The modelling skills and interview prep helped me land an analyst role at a boutique IB firm.

CA AspirantIB Analyst
PM

Priya M.

Meritshot Alumni

Coming from a tech background, I had zero finance experience. The structured curriculum and deal case studies gave me everything I needed to transition into private equity.

Backend DevPE Associate
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Vikram S.

Meritshot Alumni

My MBA didn't cover the technical depth needed for IB. Meritshot filled every gap — financial modelling, valuation, and the 1:1 mentorship that prepared me for interviews.

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AR

Anjali R.

Meritshot Alumni

I was stuck in a support role with no growth. The projects and interview prep helped me understand what Investment Banking roles actually demand. Now at a top-tier firm.

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Amit V.

Meritshot Alumni

Verified alumni outcomes from our Investment Banking program

Our Curriculum

The Most Comprehensive Investment Banking Curriculum

9 Modules · 36 Weeks · 20+ Real-World Case Studies · 8 Industry Projects — designed with input from IB professionals at top banks

Module 1Financial Systems & Investment Banking

1 month

Global Financial Systems & Banking

Why learn this

Understanding global financial systems and the banking landscape is the bedrock of investment banking. You'll learn how capital flows between institutions, how markets are structured, and the critical role IB plays in IPOs, capital raising, and corporate advisory.

Financial SystemsIB RolesCommercial BankingInvestment BankingShadow BankingMarket ParticipantsRegulatory BodiesMonetary PolicyCapital MarketsCentral Banking

Forex Markets & Risk Management

Why learn this

Foreign exchange markets and risk management are essential IB competencies. From exchange rate dynamics to hedging strategies and Basel compliance, this prepares you for real-world financial risk assessment and regulatory frameworks.

Forex MarketsExchange RatesInterest Rate ParityHedging StrategiesCredit Risk ModelsBasel NormsVaRStress TestingFinTech in RiskCurrency Swaps

Module 2Excel & Advanced Excel for Finance

1 month

Excel Mastery for Analysts

Why learn this

Excel is the most-used tool in investment banking — mastery is non-negotiable. From complex lookups to pivot-driven insights, you'll build the speed and precision every IB analyst needs on day one.

VLOOKUPHLOOKUPINDEX-MATCHPivotTablesPivotChartsPower QueryConditional FormattingData Validation

Financial Modeling in Excel

Why learn this

Move beyond formulas into full financial modeling. You'll build three-statement models, forecast revenues, and construct LBO models — the exact skills tested in IB interviews and used on live deals.

Three-Statement ModelsRevenue ForecastingVBALBO ModelingSensitivity AnalysisScenario Manager

Module 3Valuation Techniques

1 month

Business Valuation Methods

Why learn this

Valuation is at the heart of every investment banking transaction. Whether you're pricing an IPO, evaluating an acquisition target, or advising on a merger, understanding income, market, and cost approaches to valuation is fundamental to every deal.

Income ApproachMarket ApproachCost ApproachPrecedent TransactionsComparable Company AnalysisEnterprise Value

DCF & Equity Pricing

Why learn this

The Discounted Cash Flow method is the gold standard of intrinsic valuation. You'll master free cash flow projection, WACC calculation, terminal value estimation, and sensitivity analysis — skills tested in every IB interview.

DCF MethodWACCTerminal ValueFree Cash FlowMultiplesCost of Equity

Synergies & Real-World Valuation

Why learn this

Real deals involve synergy valuations, control premiums, and complex negotiations. This takes your valuation skills from textbook to boardroom with live exercises on startups, real estate, and corporate valuations.

SynergiesControl PremiumsPrivate vs Public ValuationDeal StructuringLive Valuation

Module 4Financial Markets & Trading

1 month

Equity Markets

Why learn this

Understanding equity markets — from IPO mechanics to settlement processes — is essential for IB professionals working on capital markets transactions, equity offerings, or advising clients on public listings.

Primary MarketsSecondary MarketsIPO ProcessStock AnalysisEquity ResearchTrading Settlements

Derivative Markets

Why learn this

Derivatives are powerful instruments for hedging risk and creating leveraged positions. Mastering forwards, futures, options, and swaps gives you the toolkit to structure complex financial products for institutional clients.

ForwardsFuturesOptionsSwapsHedging StrategiesOptions Trading

Quantitative Pricing Models

Why learn this

Quantitative pricing models power modern finance. From Black-Scholes to Monte Carlo simulations, understanding how derivatives and complex instruments are priced is critical for structuring and trading roles.

Black-Scholes ModelOption GreeksMonte CarloDerivative Pricing

Trading Strategies & Behavioral Finance

Why learn this

Markets aren't purely rational — behavioral biases drive prices. Understanding market psychology alongside algorithmic and high-frequency trading gives you the edge to spot opportunities others miss.

Behavioral FinanceMarket PsychologyAlgorithmic TradingHigh-Frequency Trading

Module 5Corporate Transactions: LBOs & M&A

1 month

Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Analysis

Why learn this

LBOs are among the most complex and high-stakes transactions in finance. You'll build full LBO models, structure debt tranches, and calculate investor returns — the exact workflow used by PE firms and IB deal teams.

LBO StructureSources & UsesDebt TranchesIRRMOICDebt Paydown

M&A Advisory & Deal Execution

Why learn this

M&A advisory is the flagship service of investment banking. You'll learn buy-side and sell-side processes, synergy modeling, accretion/dilution analysis, and how deals move from origination to closing.

Buy-Side AdvisorySell-Side AdvisorySynergy ModelingAccretion/DilutionDeal Process

Module 6Capital Markets & Debt Financing

1 month

Equity Capital Markets (ECM)

Why learn this

ECM operations drive IPO issuance, follow-on offerings, and rights issues. You'll understand the entire equity issuance lifecycle — from due diligence and pricing to allocation and aftermarket stabilization.

ECMIPO UnderwritingFollow-on OfferingsRights IssuesBook BuildingPricing

Debt Capital Markets (DCM)

Why learn this

DCM powers corporate and sovereign bond issuance, credit facilities, and structured finance. Understanding yield curves, credit spreads, and bond pricing is essential for any capital markets role.

DCMBond PricingYield CurvesCredit AnalysisRating AgenciesSpreads

Module 7Advanced M&A & Deal Execution

1 month

Cross-Border M&A & Hostile Takeovers

Why learn this

Go beyond standard M&A into the complexities of cross-border transactions, hostile takeover defenses, and activist investor situations that define marquee deal-making.

Cross-Border M&AHostile TakeoversPoison PillsWhite KnightsActivist InvestorsDeal Negotiation

Restructuring & Corporate Carve-Outs

Why learn this

When companies face distress or strategic pivots, restructuring becomes essential. You'll learn bankruptcy proceedings, divestitures, spinoffs, and how to create value through corporate reorganization.

RestructuringBankruptcySpinoffsDivestituresCarve-OutsDistressed M&A

Module 8Due Diligence & Compliance

1 month

Financial & Legal Due Diligence

Why learn this

Thorough due diligence protects deals from hidden risks. You'll learn to dissect quality of earnings, uncover off-balance-sheet liabilities, and conduct comprehensive financial and legal reviews.

Financial DDLegal DDQuality of EarningsTax DDOff-Balance SheetRed Flags

Regulatory Compliance & Ethics

Why learn this

From AML/KYC to cross-border regulations, compliance is non-negotiable in modern banking. You'll master the frameworks that keep deals legal, ethical, and audit-ready.

AML/KYCSEBISECGDPREthicsConflict of InterestInsider Trading

Module 9Advanced Topics & Capstone Project

1 month

Specialized Finance Topics

Why learn this

Deepen your expertise with advanced topics that set senior analysts apart — from recapitalization strategies to trade finance and export credit mechanisms used in cross-border transactions.

RecapitalizationTrade FinanceExport CreditLeveraged RecapSpecial Situations

Capstone Project & Portfolio

Why learn this

Synthesize everything into a real-world deal simulation. You'll create a professional investment pitchbook, write investment memos, and deliver client presentations — graduating with a portfolio that proves you're deal-ready.

Capstone ProjectPitchbookInvestment MemoClient PresentationPortfolio
Industry Projects

Hands-On Investment Banking Capstone Projects

Work on 8 real-world deal scenarios — from M&A analysis to portfolio management —that go directly on your professional portfolio

Project 1

M&A Deal Analysis

Analyze a real M&A transaction and evaluate its impact on the companies involved.

  • Research a recent M&A deal (e.g., Microsoft-Activision, Disney-Fox)
  • Analyze financial statements before and after the deal
  • Perform valuation using DCF and Comparable Company Analysis
  • Assess deal structure and provide acquisition recommendation

Outcome: Detailed report with financial models and strategic insights

M&ADCFValuation
Project 2

Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Model

Build a full LBO model for a target company and analyze investment returns.

  • Select a company suitable for LBO with stable cash flows
  • Build a 5-year financial projection with debt financing
  • Calculate IRR (Internal Rate of Return) and MOIC
  • Assess exit strategies: IPO, secondary buyout, strategic sale

Outcome: Complete LBO financial model with return calculations

LBOPrivate EquityFinancial Modeling
Project 3

Startup Valuation & Fundraising Strategy

Conduct a startup valuation and create an investor pitch deck.

  • Research industry benchmarks (EV/Revenue, EV/EBITDA)
  • Use DCF and Precedent Transactions to estimate valuation
  • Develop funding strategy (Angel, Series A, B, C)
  • Create investor pitch deck covering business model & financials

Outcome: Investor-ready pitch deck with a defensible valuation range

StartupsValuationPitch Deck
Project 4

IPO Analysis & Valuation

Analyze an IPO process and determine the fair value of a newly public company.

  • Analyze IPO pricing strategy, demand, and roadshow process
  • Evaluate financials and revenue projections
  • Compare pre-IPO and post-IPO performance
  • Identify major investors and institutional buyers

Outcome: Comprehensive IPO valuation report with pricing recommendation

IPOEquity MarketsAnalysis
Project 5

Hedge Fund Investment Strategy

Build a hedge fund portfolio with a mix of equities, derivatives, and bonds.

  • Design portfolio allocation using Modern Portfolio Theory
  • Implement hedging strategies with options and futures
  • Calculate portfolio VaR and stress-test against market shocks
  • Back-test strategy performance against benchmark indices

Outcome: Risk-adjusted portfolio strategy with performance analytics

Hedge FundsPortfolioRisk Analysis
Project 6

Profit & Loss & Business Decision Analysis

Analyze a company's P&L across business segments and build a capital allocation framework.

  • Break down revenue streams and cost structures by segment
  • Identify profitability drivers and margin expansion levers
  • Build scenario models for strategic investment decisions
  • Present recommendations with supporting financial analysis

Outcome: Segment-level P&L analysis with capital allocation recommendations

Corporate FinanceFP&ADecision Analysis

Learn from the Best in the Industry

Our instructors are experienced professionals from top global companies, bringing real-world expertise straight to your learning journey.

10+Mentors
50+Yrs Experience
Top 1%Talent
Abhishek
Microsoft

Abhishek

Software Development Engineer

5 years of experience at IBM and Microsoft, building enterprise applications and high-performance tools. Skilled in software design, optimization, and innovative solutions.

Industry Expert
Heena Arora
PwC

Heena Arora

Data Scientist

Software engineering professional with PwC and Amazon experience. Specializes in building scalable applications, debugging, and enhancing performance efficiency.

Industry Expert
Roshan Sharma
Meritshot

Roshan Sharma

Founder & CEO

8 years of software engineering across industries. Passionate mentor bridging theory with real-world application to prepare learners for high-impact careers.

Industry Expert
Dhruv
Amazon

Dhruv

ML Engineer

5+ years in AI and Data Science with focus on NLP, LLMs, and generative AI. Built scalable AI-driven products, combining technical depth with real-world problem-solving.

Industry Expert
Aisha Rao
American Express

Aisha Rao

Data Scientist

6+ years in data science and scalable system design. Former Deloitte developer with expertise in system integration, analytics, and performance optimization.

Industry Expert
Jay Krishnan Nair
PwC

Jay Krishnan Nair

Senior Associate

10+ years across IB and consulting with 11 years of teaching. Translates boardroom strategies into classroom clarity, preparing learners with deal-ready skills.

Industry Expert
Dhruv Bajaj
Deloitte

Dhruv Bajaj

Deputy Manager

Chartered Accountant with 5+ years in audit, assurance, and financial advisory. Simplifies complex financial concepts into practical insights for aspiring finance professionals.

Industry Expert
Aditya Choudhary
Microsoft

Aditya Choudhary

Cybersecurity

6+ years in cybersecurity specializing in threat detection, risk assessment, and cloud security. Works on incident response and compliance with global standards.

Industry Expert
Kritika Chauhan
PwC

Kritika Chauhan

Security Engineer

4 years in network security, threat analysis, and incident response. Builds proactive defense strategies that enhance enterprise resilience and digital safety.

Industry Expert
Rudrani Singh
American Express

Rudrani Singh

Threat Intelligence Analyst

5 years in threat hunting, malware analysis, and cyber defense. Focuses on identifying advanced threats and improving enterprise detection capabilities.

Industry Expert
JK Nair
Barclays

JK Nair

Investment Banker

10+ years in investment banking, specializing in high-value financial solutions and complex transactions. Former Cognizant analyst with expertise in analytics and process optimization.

Industry Expert
Abhishek
Microsoft

Abhishek

Software Development Engineer

5 years of experience at IBM and Microsoft, building enterprise applications and high-performance tools. Skilled in software design, optimization, and innovative solutions.

Industry Expert
Heena Arora
PwC

Heena Arora

Data Scientist

Software engineering professional with PwC and Amazon experience. Specializes in building scalable applications, debugging, and enhancing performance efficiency.

Industry Expert
Roshan Sharma
Meritshot

Roshan Sharma

Founder & CEO

8 years of software engineering across industries. Passionate mentor bridging theory with real-world application to prepare learners for high-impact careers.

Industry Expert
Dhruv
Amazon

Dhruv

ML Engineer

5+ years in AI and Data Science with focus on NLP, LLMs, and generative AI. Built scalable AI-driven products, combining technical depth with real-world problem-solving.

Industry Expert
Aisha Rao
American Express

Aisha Rao

Data Scientist

6+ years in data science and scalable system design. Former Deloitte developer with expertise in system integration, analytics, and performance optimization.

Industry Expert
Jay Krishnan Nair
PwC

Jay Krishnan Nair

Senior Associate

10+ years across IB and consulting with 11 years of teaching. Translates boardroom strategies into classroom clarity, preparing learners with deal-ready skills.

Industry Expert
Dhruv Bajaj
Deloitte

Dhruv Bajaj

Deputy Manager

Chartered Accountant with 5+ years in audit, assurance, and financial advisory. Simplifies complex financial concepts into practical insights for aspiring finance professionals.

Industry Expert
Aditya Choudhary
Microsoft

Aditya Choudhary

Cybersecurity

6+ years in cybersecurity specializing in threat detection, risk assessment, and cloud security. Works on incident response and compliance with global standards.

Industry Expert
Kritika Chauhan
PwC

Kritika Chauhan

Security Engineer

4 years in network security, threat analysis, and incident response. Builds proactive defense strategies that enhance enterprise resilience and digital safety.

Industry Expert
Rudrani Singh
American Express

Rudrani Singh

Threat Intelligence Analyst

5 years in threat hunting, malware analysis, and cyber defense. Focuses on identifying advanced threats and improving enterprise detection capabilities.

Industry Expert
JK Nair
Barclays

JK Nair

Investment Banker

10+ years in investment banking, specializing in high-value financial solutions and complex transactions. Former Cognizant analyst with expertise in analytics and process optimization.

Industry Expert
Certification

Get Industry-Recognized Certification

Earn credentials that validate your investment banking expertise and set you apart in competitive finance hiring.

Meritshot Post Graduate Certificate

Meritshot Post Graduate Certificate

Post Graduate Program · Investment Banking

JP Morgan Collaboration Certificate

JP Morgan Collaboration Certificate

Industry Collaboration · JP Morgan

Meritshot Investment Banking Certificate

Meritshot Investment Banking Certificate

Program Completion · Finance & Banking

NSDC-Aligned Completion Certificate

NSDC-Aligned Completion Certificate

Medhavi Skills University · Investment Banking

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Get a Post Graduate Certificate in Investment Banking trusted by top financial firms worldwide.

Built for Career Impact

Certificates backed by real projects, JP Morgan collaboration, and mentors from top banks.

Seamless Digital Verification

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Career Roadmap

Your Path to Investment Banking

A structured 4-step journey from preparation to placement

Step 1

Profile Power-Up

Stand out with a polished resume, optimized LinkedIn profile, and a strong personal brand tailored for finance.

Step 2

Interview Readiness

Ace every round with 1:1 mock interviews, IB-specific technical training, and actionable feedback from mentors.

Step 3

Hiring Rounds

Apply to 200+ hiring partners including JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and top financial institutions.

Step 4

Offer Unlocked!

Land a high-paying offer in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Corporate Finance at a top firm.

Practical Assignments

Investment Banking Assignments That Build Real Skills

7 industry-demanded assignments that reflect how investment banking analysts actually work inside top firms today.

Basic Assignments

Assignment No. 1

Financial Statement Analysis & Business Understanding

Industry relevance: Foundational skill for every investment banking analyst.

You will:

  • Analyze Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement
  • Understand how financial statements are interconnected
  • Identify revenue drivers, cost structures, and risk signals
  • Evaluate company performance using key financial ratios
  • Build a strong base for valuation and deal analysis

Outcome: Strong foundation in financial analysis and business understanding for IB roles.

Assignment No. 2

Financial Modeling Fundamentals (Excel-Based)

Industry relevance: Core analyst responsibility across IB & corporate finance.

You will:

  • Build clean, structured financial models in Excel
  • Forecast revenues, costs, EBITDA, and cash flows
  • Apply industry assumptions logically
  • Maintain model accuracy, transparency, and scalability
  • Follow professional modeling best practices

Outcome: Ability to build professional-grade financial models used in live IB transactions.

Intermediate Assignments

Assignment No. 3

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation

Industry relevance: One of the most widely used valuation techniques in IB.

You will:

  • Build a complete DCF model from scratch
  • Calculate Free Cash Flows, WACC, and Terminal Value
  • Perform sensitivity and scenario analysis
  • Evaluate valuation outcomes based on assumptions
  • Interpret intrinsic value vs market value

Outcome: Hands-on experience with the DCF method used in every major deal and pitchbook.

Assignment No. 4

Comparable Company Analysis (Comps)

Industry relevance: Used in live deals, pitchbooks, and fairness opinions.

You will:

  • Identify peer companies and industry benchmarks
  • Calculate valuation multiples (EV/EBITDA, P/E, etc.)
  • Normalize financials for fair comparison
  • Analyze market positioning and valuation ranges
  • Draw meaningful conclusions from market data

Outcome: Practical exposure to relative valuation, a high-demand skill in investment banking.

Advanced Assignments

Assignment No. 5

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Deal Analysis

Industry relevance: Critical for advisory, strategy, and transaction roles.

You will:

  • Analyze real M&A transactions
  • Understand deal rationale and strategic fit
  • Evaluate acquisition premiums and synergies
  • Assess financial and operational risks
  • Interpret post-merger impact on valuation

Outcome: Experience with M&A analysis that directly mirrors live deal workflows at top banks.

Assignment No. 6

Investment Pitchbook Creation

Industry relevance: Client-facing work done by IB analysts daily.

You will:

  • Create professional investment pitch slides
  • Translate financial analysis into clear narratives
  • Present valuation insights and recommendations
  • Structure slides for decision-makers
  • Learn storytelling with numbers

Outcome: A recruiter-ready pitchbook that showcases your analytical and presentation skills.

Assignment No. 7

Capstone Project — End-to-End Deal Simulation

Industry relevance: Portfolio-defining project recruiters value.

You will:

  • Perform a full company analysis from scratch
  • Build integrated financial & valuation models
  • Develop an investment thesis
  • Present deal recommendations with justification
  • Deliver a recruiter-ready finance project

Outcome: End-to-end experience that proves you can think, build, and deliver like an IB analyst.

7 Lab Steps3 Lab TracksLive SessionsReal Deal Practice
Hands-On Practice

Lab Sessions Where Investment Banking Skills Finally Click

Live, hands-on practice that turns finance concepts into real deal-making skills.

That's exactly why the Investment Banking Program at Meritshot includes structured, live, hands-on lab sessions — designed to turn abstract finance concepts into real IB skills.

No passive theory.
No pre-recorded walkthroughs.
Only real modeling, deal analysis, and valuation practice.

These lab sessions ensure you can confidently build financial models, analyze transactions, and prepare pitchbooks — just like a professional analyst at an investment bank.

Hands-On Labs Across the Full Investment Banking Stack

Three focused lab tracks that cover every core skill an IB analyst needs to master.

Linked Financial Statements

Build integrated 3-statement models with proper linkages between Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.

Forecasting & Ratios

Project revenues, margins, and working capital. Analyze key financial ratios, trends, and KPIs.

Scenario Analysis

Run base, bull, and bear case scenarios. Stress-test assumptions on live company models.

Realistic Company Cases

Apply modeling techniques to actual public company financials and real transaction data.

Why These Lab Sessions Matter More Than Lectures

Most learners struggle because they know theory but can't build complete models. Our labs fix that.

Typical Lab Sessions

What most programs offer

  • Passive demos with no hands-on practice
  • Pre-recorded walkthroughs without interaction
  • Disconnected from real deal workflows
  • No feedback or live doubt resolution

Our Lab Sessions

What Meritshot delivers

  • Live, guided modeling with expert IB mentors
  • Real-time practice on actual deal scenarios
  • Instant doubt resolution and personalized feedback
  • Directly mapped to IB interview preparation
Alumni Success

What Learners Say About Us

Discover how our alumni transformed their careers — from diverse backgrounds into high-impact investment banking roles at leading global firms.

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? We've got answers to help you get the most out of your learning journey.

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Student Testimonials

What Our Alumni Say About Meritshot

Real stories from professionals who transformed their careers through our programs.

Switched from IT to investment banking in under 8 months. The financial modeling modules and live lab sessions were absolute game-changers.

PS

Priya Sharma

Financial Analyst, Morgan Stanley

IT → IB Switch

The DCF and M&A case studies prepared me for every technical interview question. Now working on live advisory deals at Deloitte.

AM

Arjun Mehta

Financial Advisory, Deloitte

Deloitte Advisory

The pitchbook creation labs were exactly what I needed. I walked into my interview with real portfolio work that set me apart from every other candidate.

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Sneha Nair

Associate, Avendus

Avendus Associate

From knowing nothing about finance to building professional-grade models. The mentors were always available and the lab sessions made everything click.

KS

Karan Singh

Senior Analyst, HSBC

70% Salary Hike

The structured curriculum and real deal analysis gave me an edge that no MBA could have matched in the same timeframe. Best 9 months of my career.

AG

Ananya Gupta

Strategy Consultant, EY

EY Strategy

Switched from IT to investment banking in under 8 months. The financial modeling modules and live lab sessions were absolute game-changers.

PS

Priya Sharma

Financial Analyst, Morgan Stanley

IT → IB Switch

The DCF and M&A case studies prepared me for every technical interview question. Now working on live advisory deals at Deloitte.

AM

Arjun Mehta

Financial Advisory, Deloitte

Deloitte Advisory

The pitchbook creation labs were exactly what I needed. I walked into my interview with real portfolio work that set me apart from every other candidate.

SN

Sneha Nair

Associate, Avendus

Avendus Associate

From knowing nothing about finance to building professional-grade models. The mentors were always available and the lab sessions made everything click.

KS

Karan Singh

Senior Analyst, HSBC

70% Salary Hike

The structured curriculum and real deal analysis gave me an edge that no MBA could have matched in the same timeframe. Best 9 months of my career.

AG

Ananya Gupta

Strategy Consultant, EY

EY Strategy

Best investment I've made in my career. The blend of theory, modeling practice, and interview prep is unmatched by any other program in India.

VP

Vikram Patel

IB Analyst, Kotak Mahindra

Kotak IB Analyst

The program was incredibly rigorous and practical. The mentors have real IB experience, and the case studies are from actual deals. I cracked Goldman Sachs in 6 months.

AR

Aisha Rao

IB Analyst, Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs Analyst

Meritshot completely transformed my career. The 1:1 mentorship and real-world projects gave me the confidence to crack Amazon's interview.

RM

Rohit Malhotra

Full Stack Developer, Amazon

85% Salary Hike

The Data Science program covered everything from basics to Agentic AI. The hands-on projects and dataset quality was exceptional. Now working at Microsoft!

HA

Heena Arora

Data Scientist, Microsoft

Microsoft Data Scientist

Nothing compared to Meritshot. The small batch size meant I got personal attention, and the mock interviews were exactly like the real thing.

AS

Abhishek Singh

SDE, Flipkart

65% Salary Hike

Best investment I've made in my career. The blend of theory, modeling practice, and interview prep is unmatched by any other program in India.

VP

Vikram Patel

IB Analyst, Kotak Mahindra

Kotak IB Analyst

The program was incredibly rigorous and practical. The mentors have real IB experience, and the case studies are from actual deals. I cracked Goldman Sachs in 6 months.

AR

Aisha Rao

IB Analyst, Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs Analyst

Meritshot completely transformed my career. The 1:1 mentorship and real-world projects gave me the confidence to crack Amazon's interview.

RM

Rohit Malhotra

Full Stack Developer, Amazon

85% Salary Hike

The Data Science program covered everything from basics to Agentic AI. The hands-on projects and dataset quality was exceptional. Now working at Microsoft!

HA

Heena Arora

Data Scientist, Microsoft

Microsoft Data Scientist

Nothing compared to Meritshot. The small batch size meant I got personal attention, and the mock interviews were exactly like the real thing.

AS

Abhishek Singh

SDE, Flipkart

65% Salary Hike

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