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.
Watch: How Meritshot prepares you for Investment Banking
Our Alumni Work at Goldman Sachs • Morgan Stanley • JP Morgan • Google • Deloitte • NVIDIA
The Meritshot Advantage
Everything you need to break into investment banking — real deal experience, bulge bracket mentors, and 360-degree career support.
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.
360° Career Support
From technical skills to salary negotiation — we guide you every step, with 150+ recruiter connections in finance.
Practical Interview Prep
Practice with case studies, financial modelling tests, and technical rounds — all with expert feedback for faster results.
Bulge Bracket Mentors
Learn 1:1 from professionals at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and JP Morgan with proven deal-making experience.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Learn with constantly updated, job-ready modules designed to match what top investment banks actually test in interviews.
Small Batch, Big Results
Learn in focused, intimate cohorts that ensure personalized attention, faster doubt resolution, and stronger peer networks.
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.
...and many more across tech, finance, consulting & cybersecurity
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
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
Amit V.
Meritshot Alumni
Verified alumni outcomes from our Investment Banking program
9 Modules • 36 Weeks • 20+ Real Case Studies
A comprehensive curriculum designed to take you from fundamentals to deal-ready in 9 months.
Build Real-World Finance Projects
8 industry projects that prove you can think, build, and deliver like an IB analyst.
M&A Deal Analysis
Analyze a real-world M&A transaction and evaluate its impact on the companies involved.
Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Model
Build a full LBO model for a target company and analyze investment returns.
Startup Valuation & Fundraising
Conduct a startup valuation and create an investor pitch deck.
IPO Analysis & Valuation
Analyze an IPO process and determine the fair value of a newly public company.
Hedge Fund Investment Strategy
Build a hedge fund portfolio with a mix of equities, derivatives, and bonds.
Portfolio Management
Develop and manage a diversified investment portfolio to optimize returns.
Learn from Industry Professionals
Mentors with real deal-making experience from top firms guide you 1:1 through the program.
Abhilash
Team Leader
7+ years in AI & ML, driving impactful predictive analytics solutions. Led data-driven business transformations.
Amjad
Data Scientist
Data Scientist at PwC with 3+ years in predictive modeling and advanced analytics. Previously at Amazon.
Saurabh Daund
AI & Data Science
5+ years in NLP, Generative AI, and LLMs. Built scalable AI-driven products enhancing business performance.
Saadh Khan
Investment Banking
8+ years in AI & ML, led end-to-end projects across industries from predictive modeling to scalable AI deployment.
Chalsee Choudhary
Data Scientist
Software Developer at PwC. Formerly at Accenture, combining analytical skills to solve complex business challenges.
JP Morgan Certified Credential
Earn a certificate recognized by investment banks, hedge funds, and PE firms worldwide.
JP Morgan Certified Credential
Earn a certificate issued in partnership with JP Morgan, recognized by investment banks, hedge funds, and PE firms worldwide.
Shareable on LinkedIn
Add your JP Morgan certificate directly to your LinkedIn profile and stand out to finance recruiters.
Practical Task Validation
Your certificate highlights completed M&A analysis, financial modelling, and investment recommendation tasks.
Your Path to Investment Banking
Profile Power-Up
Stand out with a polished resume, optimized LinkedIn profile, and a strong personal brand tailored for finance.
Interview Readiness
Ace every round with 1:1 mock interviews, IB-specific technical training, and actionable feedback from mentors.
Hiring Rounds
Apply to 200+ hiring partners including JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and top financial institutions.
Offer Unlocked!
Land a high-paying offer in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Corporate Finance at a top firm.
7 Hands-On Assignments
Progressive assignments from fundamentals to deal simulation — each building on the last.
Financial Statement Analysis
BasicAnalyze Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow to evaluate company performance.
Financial Modeling Fundamentals
BasicBuild clean, structured financial models in Excel with revenue, cost, and cash flow forecasts.
DCF Valuation
IntermediateBuild a complete DCF model from scratch — WACC, Free Cash Flows, Terminal Value, and sensitivity analysis.
Comparable Company Analysis
IntermediateIdentify peers, calculate multiples (EV/EBITDA, P/E), normalize financials, and derive valuation ranges.
M&A Deal Analysis
AdvancedAnalyze real M&A transactions — deal rationale, synergies, premiums, and post-merger impact.
Investment Pitchbook Creation
AdvancedCreate professional investment pitch slides translating financial analysis into clear narratives.
Capstone: End-to-End Deal Simulation
AdvancedFull company analysis, integrated models, investment thesis, and recruiter-ready deal presentation.
Hands-On Lab Practice
Live, guided modelling with real deal scenarios — not passive watching.
Model Along Live
Build real financial models line-by-line with expert guidance on realistic company cases.
Apply Valuation Techniques
Step-by-step DCF, Comps, and transaction analysis with live mentorship.
Break Assumptions
Stress-test assumptions and see how models break under pressure with real-world scenarios.
Fix & Optimize
Debug and optimize model structure in real time for presentation-ready quality.
Ask & Clarify
Instant doubt resolution during live sessions with real-time expert feedback.
Interview Mapping
Map lab concepts to common IB technical interview questions under realistic time pressure.
Real-World Context
Cover real-world deal constraints, edge cases, and connect exercises to market scenarios.
Three Lab Tracks
Core Financial Modeling
- Linked 3-statement models
- Forecasting & ratio analysis
- Scenario & stress testing
- Realistic company cases
Valuation & Deal Analysis
- DCF modeling from scratch
- Comparable company analysis
- Precedent transaction analysis
- Assumption sensitivity testing
Pitchbook & Transaction
- Professional investment decks
- Buy/sell/hold recommendations
- Storytelling with numbers
- End-to-end deal workflows
Where Our Alumni Work Now
Aisha Rao
IB Analyst, Goldman Sachs
“The program was incredibly rigorous and practical. I cracked Goldman Sachs in 6 months.”
Rohit Malhotra
Associate, JP Morgan
“Meritshot completely transformed my career. The 1:1 mentorship gave me confidence to crack JP Morgan.”
JK Nair
Career Switch, Accenture
“Switched from a non-tech background to finance at Accenture. The modelling modules were game-changers.”
What You'll Learn From IB Experts
How IB Deals Actually Work
- Live M&A and IPO deal simulations with real data
- DCF, LBO, and comps from first principles to final pitch
- Full pitch deck deconstruction — what gets said in boardrooms
- End-to-end M&A flow: mandate to financial close
Real Tooling, Real Deadlines
- Advanced Excel modelling at analyst-level speed
- Bloomberg terminal workflows and data extraction
- Valuation under time pressure — timed deliverables weekly
- Deal room protocols, NDA handling, and CIM preparation
Hiring & Career Signals
- IB technical interview patterns MDs actually ask
- How to network into IB without a target school pedigree
- What hiring managers look for beyond resume and grades
- Common elimination mistakes — and how to avoid them
Why This Program Works
Interactive by Design
Every class involves live case work. Build models, debate deal structures, and defend your analysis in real time.
Multiple Roles. Multiple Sectors.
Get real exposure across M&A, ECM, DCM, PE, and VC — know exactly where you fit before entering the market.
The Real Placement Outcome
Direct referral pipelines into India's top IB firms. Mock technicals with active professionals. 6-month post-completion support.
Why This Is a Big Deal
Most IB courses teach theory. The real skill gap is execution — modelling, presenting, and closing under pressure. We close that gap.
What Our Students Say
“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.”
Aisha Rao
IB Analyst, Goldman Sachs
“Meritshot completely transformed my career. The 1:1 mentorship and real-world projects gave me the confidence to crack JP Morgan's technical rounds.”
Rohit Malhotra
Associate, JP Morgan
“Switched from IT to investment banking in under 8 months. The financial modeling modules and live lab sessions were absolute game-changers.”
Priya Sharma
Financial Analyst, Morgan Stanley
“The DCF and M&A case studies prepared me for every technical interview question. Now working on live advisory deals at Deloitte.”
Arjun Mehta
Financial Advisory, Deloitte
“The pitchbook creation labs were exactly what I needed. I walked into my interview with real portfolio work that set me apart.”
Sneha Nair
Associate, Avendus
“From knowing nothing about finance to building professional-grade models. The mentors were always available and lab sessions made everything click.”
Karan Singh
Senior Analyst, HSBC
“The structured curriculum and real deal analysis gave me an edge that no MBA could have matched in the same timeframe.”
Ananya Gupta
Strategy Consultant, EY
“Best investment I've made in my career. The blend of theory, modeling practice, and interview prep is unmatched.”
Vikram Patel
IB Analyst, Kotak Mahindra
“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.”
Aisha Rao
IB Analyst, Goldman Sachs
“Meritshot completely transformed my career. The 1:1 mentorship and real-world projects gave me the confidence to crack JP Morgan's technical rounds.”
Rohit Malhotra
Associate, JP Morgan
“Switched from IT to investment banking in under 8 months. The financial modeling modules and live lab sessions were absolute game-changers.”
Priya Sharma
Financial Analyst, Morgan Stanley
“The DCF and M&A case studies prepared me for every technical interview question. Now working on live advisory deals at Deloitte.”
Arjun Mehta
Financial Advisory, Deloitte
“The pitchbook creation labs were exactly what I needed. I walked into my interview with real portfolio work that set me apart.”
Sneha Nair
Associate, Avendus
“From knowing nothing about finance to building professional-grade models. The mentors were always available and lab sessions made everything click.”
Karan Singh
Senior Analyst, HSBC
“The structured curriculum and real deal analysis gave me an edge that no MBA could have matched in the same timeframe.”
Ananya Gupta
Strategy Consultant, EY
“Best investment I've made in my career. The blend of theory, modeling practice, and interview prep is unmatched.”
Vikram Patel
IB Analyst, Kotak Mahindra
Frequently Asked Questions
- A structured, industry-aligned 9-month training program for aspiring IB professionals.
- Covers financial modeling, valuation, M&A, and deal execution end-to-end.
- Includes live sessions, real case studies, and hands-on lab practice.
- Designed for both beginners and professionals looking to break into finance.
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