The world's financial markets rely on skilled investment bankers to analyze companies, build investment portfolios, and make sound financial decisions. With iXperience, you’ll learn the essential skills to succeed in this dynamic field. Gain hands-on experience, master advanced Excel, and build a standout portfolio that will propel your investment banking career.
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Session 1
May 18 - June 28
• S1 full
Session 2
July 6 - August 16
• S2 full
Session 1
May 19 - June 27
• S1 full
Session 2
July 7 - August 15
• S2 full
We know that students need more than just academic knowledge. You require practical skills and real-world business experience that builds a stand-out resume. This is the perfect opportunity for you to gain valuable industry-relevant skills and internship experience in Investment Banking online, or while traveling to Cape Town, South Africa, one of the most beautiful destinations in the entire world.
First two weeks focus fully on class time.
Deep dive into course material without distractions.
Build a strong foundation before hands-on work begins.
45+ hours of live taught classes and homework.
Small classes (max 40) for personalized attention.
This sets each student up for success in your 4-week internship.
Wesley is a self-starting data enthusiast passionate about startups. He has built over 5,000 financial models—making twice as many mistakes along the way—and holds deep industry experience and technical expertise. Wesley believes finance is a toolset, not just a skill set. His formula for startup success: key insight + ability to execute + model-stakeholder fit (MSF). MSF is complex, as benefiting one stakeholder can often disadvantage another. He aims to optimize MSF for pre-seed startups over the next decade.
Venture Scout
Calm Company Fund
2022 - Present
New York City, USA
Head of Finance + Operations
The Lotus Method
2014 - Present
San Francisco Bay Area
Managing Partner
Sift Finance
2019 - Present
San Francisco Bay Area
Our program equips you with the practical skills needed to succeed in investment banking. Gain hands-on experience through industry-relevant projects, master advanced Excel and financial reporting, and develop a strong understanding of portfolio management, financial ecosystems, and investment instruments. You'll also learn to create compelling pitch decks and analyze company performance effectively. You’ll apply what you learn in a capstone class project and your internship.
Note: These learning outcomes are subject to change.*
Valuation Purposes: Identify the key reasons for valuing assets, companies, or investments.
Types of Returns: Understand income-oriented, exit-oriented, and hybrid return types.
Investor Mapping: Match institutional and individual investors to appropriate return strategies.
Income Approach (DCF): Learn how to perform discounted cash flow analyses.
Exit Approach (Multiples): Apply exit-oriented valuation methods effectively.
Technique Appropriateness: Determine the best valuation method for different scenarios.
Forecasting Techniques: Explore three types of forecasting methods and when to use them.
Key Element Projection: Understand what to forecast and how to build accurate financial projections.
Application to Return Types: Tailor forecasting techniques to specific investment returns.
Excel Proficiency: Harness Excel's powerful functions for financial analysis.
Conditional Statements and References: Master advanced Excel features for dynamic modeling.
Financial Modeling: Construct robust financial models to support investment decisions.
Venture Capital Insights: Delve into VC strategies and deal analysis tools.
Private Equity and LBOs: Understand leveraged buyouts and private credit investment techniques.
Hedge Fund Tactics: Learn about long/short trades and hedge fund investment strategies.
Strategic M&A: Examine the objectives and methods of strategic investors in mergers and acquisitions.
Early-Stage Investment Analysis: Work on venture capital case studies and present investment memos.
LBO Modeling: Build leveraged buyout models and understand deal mechanics.
Hedge Fund Simulations: Create pairs trades and develop hedge fund investment proposals.
M&A Projects: Participate in mergers and acquisitions modeling and strategy sessions.
Self-Assessment: Identify your strengths and ideal career path within finance.
Career Positioning: Craft a personal investment memo highlighting your value to employers.
Networking and Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and explore career options.
You get a guaranteed internship placement for the summer at one of our global partner companies.
116 hours of internship work to add to your resume.
You’ll work closely with your manager, teaching team and other students to complete the deliverables for your project.
Your internship is balanced with hands-on work experience supported by additional class sessions to cover advanced material.
As part of your experience at iX, you'll work on a real-world project with a group of other students, guided by your expert teacher and TAs.
Learn more about internships
iXperience
Investment Banking
2019 - 2019
iX internship
HAVAÍC
ONEBIO
2019 - 2019
Investment Banking Analyst
Guggenheim
2022 - Present
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