CapitOx M&A Group is one of CapitOx’s flagship programs, with a primary focus on simulating the process that goes behind executing M&A deals, including financial modelling and pitching. Within the M&A group, you will work in groups of 5-6 to propose and model a buy-side acquisition, then pitch your proposals to industry analysts in a pitch competition at the end of the programme.
Our projects span from Week 2 to Week 8 of term, following a kickoff session in Week 2. A typical project team will consist of a Project Leader and 4-5 Analysts. The program will be headed by the Directors of M&A, who will provide advice and feedback on the work through weekly mentoring and training sessions. Analysts are expected to devote 4-6 hours weekly, though this can vary depending on the scope of the acquisition and familiarity with modelling. This time includes research, modelling, preparing pitch decks, and self-directed learning.
Through the program, you’ll learn how to do DCF, 3-statement, Comparables, Precedent Transactions, Merger Model, Synergies modelling, and potentially LBO modelling. You will learn how to identify and screen for synergies and good merger opportunities, as well as how to consolidate all your research and modelling into a pitch deck that will be presented to actual analysts.
Regardless of what team you work on, you have the opportunity to work alongside ambitious, intelligent people from a diversity of backgrounds, receive strong mentorship and training, and have a good experience to speak about in your interviews. As a token of appreciation for your work, there is a celebratory dinner after the pitch day, and teams are given a substantial budget for meals and other social events throughout the term - last term alone saw Junkyard Golf, Poker, Pizza, and several team dinners!
We are looking for students who have some experience in financial modelling, and who are eager to learn more about Investment Banking and finance in general. Skills in Excel and PowerPoint are ideal but not necessary. Most importantly, we are looking for students who are eager to learn, work in a team, and forge strong friendships.
Application period will be from 6-17 Oct, fill in a Google form. Afterwards, there will be either an interview or case study, where we seek to find out more about what you think and how you would approach a problem. Interviews and offers are given on a rolling basis.
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