Investment Banking Workshop

To be considered for the IBW, students must meet ALL of the following requirements:

• Be admitted to the Kelley School of Business
• Have completed at least 24 credit hours; no exceptions 
• Hold a minimum 3.75 cumulative GPA at the start of the Fall 2026 semester; no exceptions 
• For students applying in Fall 2026, have completed BUS-A 100 (less than a B  will require+ course permission+)
• For students applying in Fall 2027, have completed BUS-A 100 (less than a B will require + course permission+)
• Have completed BUS-F 100  (less than a B  will require +course permission+)
• Enroll in and complete BUS-F 210 in the Fall semester of second year

The curriculum begins within various finance clubs during the first year, where students are introduced to foundational industry knowledge. Students can prepare for the IBW application process by completing BUS-A 100 (Fall 2026  and Fall 2027 applicants) and BUS-F 100 during their first year, then enrolling in BUS-F 210 in their second year. BUS-F 210 is offered in the first 8 weeks of the Fall semester and is designed to provide students with foundational finance and accounting education, as well as teach them the skills and practices necessary to network and recruit with financial services firms. Please note, students will be considered on a holistic basis, meaning a student will be evaluated on all fronts including technical ability, behavioral skills, communication skills, professionalism, networking ability, and more.

A well-rounded applicant will have:

• Strong first-year grades, especially in relevant subjects such as accounting, math, and other business-related courses. Proficiency in accounting is imperative
• Finance & accounting double majors are preferred candidates. Single majors in accounting are preferred over finance for both admittance to the IBW and for obtaining employment in the financial services industry
• Active participation in extracurricular activities, especially those related to
  business or leadership roles
• A well-crafted application essay that demonstrates the applicant’s passion
  for finance, accounting, and their fit for the IBW program
• Relevant work experience or internships
• Demonstrated interest in the financial markets as a perpetual learner with accelerated career goals
• Strong performance on the behavioral, technical, and markets-based admittance interviews
  
  

All students interested in applying to the IBW must meet all requirements listed above and complete the application process while enrolled in BUS-F 210 in the Fall semester of their second year. The application process includes a formal written application and a series of interviews with faculty and alumni.