Kickstart Your Finance Journey with the Finance Prep Program! (Co-hosted by BIG & IBC)

Are you a first-year student interested in exploring the fast-paced world of high finance? The Finance Prep Program is your chance to dive in early, build confidence, and start preparing for competitive internships down the road.

Co-hosted by the Bentley Investment Group (BIG) and the Investment Banking Club (IBC), this program was designed by students, for students — specifically by upperclassmen who’ve landed internships at top-tier firms.

So what can you expect? You’ll:

  • Learn the fundamentals of finance in a low-pressure, beginner-friendly setting
  • Gain insights into the recruiting process and what firms look for in candidates
  • Connect with students who’ve already landed roles at leading firms and know what it takes to break in

Why it matters: In finance, getting an early start makes all the difference. The recruiting timeline keeps moving earlier, and employers increasingly look for students who can demonstrate interest, preparation, and initiative from day one. By joining the Finance Prep Program, you’ll be setting yourself apart as someone who is serious about pursuing opportunities in high finance — long before most students even know where to begin.

Don’t wait until sophomore year to figure it out. Take the first step now, and see where it can lead.

See the flyer below for details.

By MaryEllen Ryan
MaryEllen Ryan Senior Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center