MODULE 1

Introduction to Interview Preparation

Lesson 1.0: Overview of the Course

• Welcome and overview, instructor background and experience, instructor qualifications, why this course, what students will gain, and how to get the most out of this course
• Course structure and materials

Lesson 1.1: The Importance of Proper Interview Preparation

• The competitive landscape
• Many people don't see how they interview from the other side of the table

MODULE 2

Understanding the Interview Process

Lesson 2.1: Types of Interviews

• Phone interviews
• Video interviews
• In-person interviews
• Case study interviews 

Lesson 2.2: Stages of the Interview Process

• Initial screening
• First rounds of Interviews
• Final round interviews

Lesson 2.3: Work Experience

• What's included in a 30min interview

MODULE 3

Research and Preparation

Lesson 3.1: Company Research

• Understanding the company's business model
• Researching recent news and developments
• Knowing the company's culture and values

Lesson 3.2: Role-Specific Preparation

• Analyzing the job description
• Identifying key skills and experiences required

Lesson 3.3: Preparing Your Own Background

• Crafting your personal story
• Highlighting relevant experiences and achievements

MODULE 4

Communication and Presentation Skills

Lesson 4.1: Verbal Communication

• Clarity and conciseness
• Effective storytelling

Lesson 4.2: Non-Verbal Communication

• Body language and eye contact
• What to Wear

Lesson 4.3: Presentation Skills – Case Study Interviews

• Structuring your responses
• Case materials

MODULE 5

Behavioral and Technical Interviews

Lesson 5.1: How to Tackle Behavioral Interviews

• Common behavioral questions
• Method and structure to answer behavioral questions

Lesson 5.2: Going through Finance Behavioral Questions

•  Most common behavioral questions to finance interviews
•  Walkthrough of 8 scenario answers to behavioral questions
•  3 Strengths and 3 Weaknesses
• Tell me about a time you worked on a team examples
• Tell me about a time you failed examples

Lesson 5.3 How to Tackle Technical Interviews

• How to walkthrough technicals during interviews
• Most common technical questions

MODULE 6

Mock Interviews and Feedback

Lesson 6.1: Conducting Mock Interviews

• Have someone more senior or in the industry mock interview you
• Simulating real interivew scenarios
• Role-playing different types of interviews

Lesson 6.2: Receiving Constructive Feedback

• Analyzing strengths and areas for improvement
• Incorporating feedback into your preparation 

MODULE 7

Continuous Improvement and Career Development

Lesson 7.1: Reflecting on Interview Experiences

• Learning from past interviews
• Review technicals 

Lesson 7.2: Post-Interview Follow-Up

• Crafting thank you emails
• Keeping in touch with interviewers

Lesson 7.3: Ongoing Career Development

• Building your professional network
• Seeking mentorship and guidance

MODULE 8

Negotiation and Follow Up

Lesson 8.1: Exploding Offers

Lesson 8.2: Salary Negotiations

• Understanding your worth
• Effective negotiation strategies

Lesson 8.3: Non-competes

• FTC ban
• Grace periods