At SIB, we believe in a stakeholder approach where the growth of our Institute is dependent on the growth of our candidates and vice versa. Our students are the keepers of our franchise and will play a major role in protecting and promoting our culture and our brand. Such principles make it critical to attract the best talent with an appreciation for both the cultural and operational dynamics of the finance industry.

Who Can Apply?

Candidates between the ages of 21 and 28, although exceptions may be made based on individual skills and fit with recruiter criteria. Candidates must fall into one of the categories below:

• Fresh graduates (E.g. those who have recently completed courses in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, Sciences, Maths & Engineering)
• Post graduates (E.g. those who have recently completed courses in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, Sciences, Maths & Engineering)
• Chartered Accountants (CA's)
• MBA's
• Other working professionals

Minimum Requirement

• Superior and consistent academic performance (CAs exempt from this requirement)
• High first class at SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12), and in higher education
• Excellent communication skills and self confidence without arrogance
• Genuine interest in the finance industry
• Attention to detail
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to work comfortably as part of a team
• Initiative and maturity
• Honesty and integrity

Applications

You can apply by emailing your CV and cover letter to admissions@schoolofib.com

Please ensure that your application states clearly what course you are interested in. If your application meets our requirements, then we will call you for an interview. Students will be admitted only after the payment and realization of course fees.

Application Tips:

• SIB has a tough selection process and academics are not the only requirement to guarantee admission. Successful applications need to stand out and we recommend that you go through our website in detail before applying.
• Don't just send in your CV - make it relevant to the course you are applying for
• Research the finance industry
• Prepare an application that demonstrates clearly how you meet our admissions criteria
• Do not fabricate details as it will come back to haunt you later

Interview Tips:

• Be on time; Dress appropriately
• Prepare; Research the industry and read up on current affairs
• Be ready to talk is detail about everything on the application
• Think about the obvious questions: Why investment banking or equity research? What do you have to offer? Strengths and weaknesses?
• Give specific answers with concrete examples
• Switch off mobile phones during the interview
• Relax and stay calm; Body language is important
• Ask intelligent and relevant questions
• Try and engage in conversation