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    "It was a very good experience. The explanation about the tasks were very clear and easily understandable."-- Student from Bangalore University
    "Too Much data is given like annual reports & other info.... which is not relevant for Task 2 & 3. This makes the task very time consuming....."-- Student from University of Mumbai
    "I liked that the program provided clear and precise instructions. This clarity helped me effectively practice and improve my skills. It made the learning process straightforward and allowed me to focus on mastering the tasks at hand without confusion."-- Student from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
    "The practicality of it, the excel templates and word templates. It made it easy to work with and follow through with. Great experience that I can work on at my own pace."-- Student from Queens University of Charlotte
    "me to do it and it is a good time for the first thing in the morning and then we will have the opportunity for me to be able and I will send you the best way to get the job done and will be able to make it to the point where I can be there for you and your family and friends with the same"-- Student from Jagannath University
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    Investment Banking

    Tasks in this program

    Task One: M&A Target Company Profile
    1-2 hours
    Intermediate
    Identify a public corporation to be acquired and build out a company profile page
    What you'll learn
    • Your Managing Director has a meeting with the CEO of Big Box Retail who are looking to acquire a retailer called Best Buy
    • How to prepare a company profile slide and why this is an essential resource to share with your client
    What you'll do
    • Use the information provided on Best Buy to create a company profile in PowerPoint
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 5-6 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Citi. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
    Network Opportunities

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 5-6 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Citi. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Investment Banking

    Evaluate a prospective acquisition target for your client, Big Box Retail, with Citi's Investment Banking team

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    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Citi. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced5-6 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsIntermediate

    Welcome to our job simulation! We are so excited to have you here.

    Citi is a leading global investment bank offering a wide variety of roles across its different divisions. During this program, you will have the opportunity to experience life on two different desks on the trading floor and complete tasks that mimic the work that our sales and trading teams do each day. 

    In this program, you'll learn to synthesize market news, formulate a market view and develop trade ideas to profit from this view as well as hedge risk. We hope this program serves as a valuable resource for you to gain new skills while strengthening your resume as you explore career options and a potential career here at Citi!

    This Job Simulation is not an employment relationship with Citi. It is Forage’s policy and recommendation that you do not list this job simulation as employment work experience or an internship. You are welcome to consider adding your completion as an extracurricular activity, as outlined in Forage’s CV Policy reference guide. You will receive a certificate at the end of this experience. To receive your certificate, you must confirm that you have reviewed and consented to the Forage CV Policy reference Guide.

    Network Opportunities
    Early Careers Insights into Citi AustraliaOn July 7, 2026
    Citi Hong Kong Open DayOn August 25, 2026
    Citi Early Career Talent Network
    Skills you will learn and practice:
    PowerPoint
    Enterprise Valuation
    Company Analysis
    Excel
    Financial Modeling
    Forecasting
    Valuation Methods
    Comparative Analysis
    Critical Thinking
    Reading Comprehension

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Citi. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.