Private Equity Course
Course Overview
Our program supplements self-studying with a hands-on approach on everything you need to know to get the best chance of getting a job in Private Equity.
Self-study on the platform and then receive 1:1 coaching to master your understanding.
This course will include:
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Lifetime Platform Access
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Headhunter coverage list and interview guide
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Paper LBO video walkthrough
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Two statement LBO guide
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Three statement LBO from scratch video walkthrough
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5+ LBO modeling tests
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Tech specific modeling guides
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Growth equity cohort and cap table models
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Case study frameworks
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Business intuition guide for verbal cases
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5+ case studies
$549
- Duration : 30 - 50 Hours Self-Study
- Level : Advanced
- PDF, Videos, Excel Models
- Format : 100% Online - On Demand
Have Any Questions?
This Course Is For You If:
You want to learn how your candidacy is actually viewed by headhunters and PE firms so you can prepare your personal story according.
You want to ace your technical interviews and LBO tests, which is table stakes to move on in the interview process.
You may know about the PE landscape and LBO modeling, but you want live 1:1 practice with a real PE professional to make sure you can perform in an interview setting.
You want insider knowledge on various headhunters, firms, and compensation data to help negotiate and make sure you’re receiving fair treatment.
Built & Trusted By Finance Professionals
Step 1
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Buyside Recruiting 101
Identify your target funds and ensure you get interviews with headhunters and firms.
The goal of the first module is to help you identify what funds you are targeting and land interviews with these funds by successfully navigating headhunters.
OfficeHours provides resources to help you that include:
- Firm Shortlist
- Headhunter 101 Document
- OfficeHours Resume Template
We’ll cover fund:
- Strategy
- Size
- Sector
- Stake
Fund Size Breakdown:
- Lower middle market
- Middle market
- Megafunds
Step 2
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LBO Modeling & Technical Audits
Learn how to go through basic mechanics of setting up an LBO and working through revenue builds, operating builds, debt schedules, and returns analyses.
Work through basic mechanics of setting up an LBO and working through revenue builds, operating builds, debt schedules, and returns analyses.
Step 3
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Case Studies & Interview Prep
Identify your target funds and ensure you get interviews with headhunters and firms. Learn how to network your way into your next PE job.
One of the most important and frequently observed questions in a PE interview is, “Walk me through a deal on your resume.”
You’ll also learn invaluable soft-skills, proven networking techniques and how to ace behavioral-focused interviews.
Step 1
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Buyside Recruiting 101
Identify your target funds and ensure you get interviews with headhunters and firms.
The goal of the first module is to help you identify what funds you are targeting and land interviews with these funds by successfully navigating headhunters.
OfficeHours provides resources to help you that include:
- Firm Shortlist
- Headhunter 101 Document
- OfficeHours Resume Template
We’ll cover fund:
- Strategy
- Size
- Sector
- Stake
Fund Size Breakdown:
- Lower middle market
- Middle market
- Megafunds
Step 2
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LBO Modeling & Technical Audits
Learn how to go through basic mechanics of setting up an LBO and working through revenue builds, operating builds, debt schedules, and returns analyses.
Work through basic mechanics of setting up an LBO and working through revenue builds, operating builds, debt schedules, and returns analyses.
Step 3
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Case Studies & Interview Prep
Identify your target funds and ensure you get interviews with headhunters and firms. Learn how to network your way into your next PE job.
One of the most important and frequently observed questions in a PE interview is, “Walk me through a deal on your resume.”
You’ll also learn invaluable soft-skills, proven networking techniques and how to ace behavioral-focused interviews.
We've Helped Over 1000 People Get Finance Jobs
Private Equity Course Curriculum Overview
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Module 1 - Buyside Recruiting 101
Lessons: Introduction to OfficeHours (start here!), Private Equity 101, Headhunter 101, Resume Review, Module 1 Conclusion and Next Steps
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Module 2 A): Paper LBO
Lessons: Paper LBO
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Module 2 B): Two Statement LBO Modeling
Lessons: Transaction Overview + Sources and Uses, Income Statement Modeling, Cash Flow Modeling, Debt Schedules & Interest Expense, Return Modeling & Sensitivities | Exam,
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Module 2 C):Three Statement LBO Modeling
Lessons: Sources and Uses, IS, BS & CFS, Debt Schedule, Returns Analysis and Sensitivities
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Module 2 D): Additional LBO Practice
Lessons: 3 Statement LBO Modeling Test Prompt 1, On-Cycle LBO Test 2, 3 Statement LBO Modeling Test Prompt 3, TMT Modeling Exercise 1, OfficeHours SaaS Growth Buyout Modeling Test (Hard)
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Module 3 A): Case Studies Guides
Lessons: Business Intuition Guide, Long Form Case Guide
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Module 3 B): Case Study Practice
Lessons: TSI | Generalist Case Study | Buyout, Qualtrics | Tech | Buyout and Growth, Mimecast | Tech | Buyout and Growth, Roblox | Tech | Late Stage VC and Growth, Cohort and Cap Table Analysis | Growth, Special Situations Case 1, Zuora | Take Private SaaS Case | Buyout and Growth, Thematic Case Studies for VC and Growth Investing
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Module 4 A): Deal Walkthrough
Lessons: Deal Walkthrough
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Module 5): Technical Guides
Lessons: LBO Questions, Accounting Technical Guide, Finance Technical Guide, Valuation Technical Questions, M&A Technical Questions
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Module 6: Behavioral Guides
Lessons:: Network & Outreach 101, Behavioral Interview Guide
Need More Than A Course?
Get 8 Weeks Of Intensive Private Equity Career Training
Our program supplements self-studying with a hands-on approach
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Self-study on the platform and then receive 1:1 coaching to master your understanding
Our team will hand-pick the right expert to connect with based on your career goals.
Get 8 Weeks Of Intensive Private Equity Career Training
Our program supplements self-studying with a hands-on approach
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Self-study on the platform and then receive 1:1 coaching to master your understanding
Our team will hand-pick the right expert to connect with based on your career goals.
Private Equity Coaching Overview:
Week
Coaching Calls:
Platform Resources:
KICKOFF
ONBOARDING
Intro call with Asif to discuss your goals and develop a plan of attack
- Onboarding document
Week 1
Private Equity 101 and Headhunter 101
Learn more about the PE landscape and which opportunities you are targeting. Then learn how recruiting works and prepare your resume and behavioral questions. Do a mock interview with a coach to make sure you are 100% prepared to talk to headhunters.
- Private Equity 101 Guide
- Headhunter 101 Guide and Question List
- Headhunter Coverage List
Week 2
LBO Training
Learn about Paper LBO’s, Two Statement LBO’s, and Three Statement LBO’s. Go over a step-by-step video walkthrough of creating a Three Statement LBO from scratch, then take our first LBO test. Discuss your work product 1:1 with a coach to answer any questions and go over modeling efficiencies
- Paper LBO step-by-step video (8 minutes)
- Two Statement LBO guide with step-by-step excel (1 hour of prep)
- Two Statement LBO model test (2 hours)
- Three Statement LBO step-by-step video (90 minutes)
- Additional LBO tests (5+ tests and counting; we develop new models regularly and upon request based on what we see in the market)
Week 3
Business Intuition Case Studies
Practice walking through verbal case studies about company business models. These “business intuition” case studies have become more prominent to test for business IQ and should be mastered before moving onto written case studies
- Business Intuition Guide (25 page guide with practice questions and walkthroughs)
Week 4
Written Case Studies
Receive a public company 10-K or private company CIM and develop an investment recommendation presentation to simulate an investment committee meeting. Our course includes generalist case studies, as well as industry specific case studies (such as tech). Hop on a 1:1 coaching call to get grilled on your work product and learn how to field commonly asked questions
- Behavioural guides
Week 5
Deal Walkthrough
“Walk me through a deal on your resume” will certainly be asked during PE interviews – fill out our deal template and get grilled 1:1 by a coach to ensure understanding of your deal from a buyside investor’s perspective.
- Deal walkthrough template
Week 6
Mock Interviews
Simulate a PE interview that may cover behavioral, technical, deal walkthrough, industry, and firm specific questions.
Week 7-8
Mastery
Target your areas of most improvement. For some, this is on verbal technical questions. For others, it is on case studies. Get extra reps in from the numerous practice questions and case studies on our platform and go into interviews feeling as prepared as possible.
Offer Selection and Negotiation
Many of our mentees receive multiple PE offers. Do an offer selection call to determine which offer is right for you and how to negotiate compensation. We have helped numerous mentees negotiate start dates, relocation and signing bonuses, and buying out their banking bonus.
- Offer selection guide
Paths To Private Equity
Be Prepared For Your Next Private Equity Interview
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Detailed, Practical Courses
Learn exactly what you need to know in your career track of choice.
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Time Relevant
Our content is designed for the next annual recruiting round from Wall Street firms.
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Built By & Trusted By Experts
OfficeHours was built by finance professionals with decades of combined experience and direct expertise in recruiting and putting your best foot forward.
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Personalized Service
Need more help than our in-depth courses? We have a team of people already working in the jobs you want, with hands-on experience ready to provide you personalized coaching.
