CACIB Investment Banker / M&A Analyst Interview Questions
& Process
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at CACIB.
CACIB
M&A Intern
Intern Difficult Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Case Technical Presentation
The recruitment process involved a 1.5-hour practical case study and two 45-minute interviews with different M&A team members each time. There wasn't much focus on cultural fit, with most of the interview time dedicated to technical questions. The day also included an introduction to the company and its benefits at the start and a wrap-up at the end.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you provide as many examples as possible of EBITDA adjustments?
CACIB
M&A Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Recruiter call
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview had 3 rounds with analysts, associates, and a VP. Questions were technical and fit-based, but mostly technical. Each interview was 45 minutes, with the last one including HR.
Confirmed questions5 questions
- Tell me about the DCF method.
- What is your understanding of valuation?
- Can you explain models?
CACIB
M&A Analyst Intern
Intern Average Neutral experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Technical
The process happens over one morning, with 3 interviews almost back-to-back (1 HR and 2 operational). It's pretty practical as it avoids having to come back multiple times and allows you to meet the teams and see the offices.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- Could you explain the Gordon shapiro formula and method?
- What's the formula for WACC?
- Can you state the formulas for FCFF and FCFE and explain which discount rate to use in each case?
CACIB Investment Banker / M&A Analyst Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from CACIB interview reports.
“How does IFRS16 impact EBITDA?”
Read reports →“What's the formula for WACC?”
Read reports →“Can you state the formulas for FCFF and FCFE and explain which discount rate to use in each case?”
Read reports →“What are multiples?”
Read reports →“Can you name some financial sectors or assets that have a Beta less than 0, between 0 and 1, and greater than 1?”
Read report →“What is a due diligence?”
Read report →“Could you explain the Gordon shapiro formula and method?”
Read report →“Can you list three methods for company valuation?”
Read report →“Can you explain DCF Valuation models?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 10 CACIB interview reports.