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Jun 2025
Episode 364: Never Miss a Cost of Equity Question During Your Investment Banking Interview
In this episode, we dive deep into the cost of equity, an essential WACC component frequently tested in investment banking interviews. You'll discover how to calculate it using CAPM and why it's crucial for valuing a company. Learn practical tips on framing your answer clearly an ... Show More
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<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1002655/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>There are major challenges for international students recruiting into consulting in the U.S. But Thomas Poloniato beat the odds, landing at McKinsey and working ... Show More
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Our student Jordan was attending a non-target liberal arts college and had been unsuccessful at recruiting on his own formonths.
Not knowing how to structure his networking calls or answers in interviews, he knew needed guidance and decided to join WSMM.
We soon helped him polish his behaviorals and crush his technicals, landing some of the most prestigi ... Show More
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1002655/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>What if you didn’t go to a target school? What if you’re an international student who needs sponsorship? Does that mean MBB is out of reach?</p><p>Michael Liu is ... Show More
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1002655/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>Olivia stumbled across consulting early in her undergrad journey, joined BCG's "Advance" program for sophomore women, and parlayed a summer intern ... Show More
