Fidelity International Investment Management

Why complete this Job Simulation

A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Fidelity International. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.

Self-paced

4-5 hours

No grades

Optional assessment

Intermediate

If you're new to asset management, you may like to know that we're not an investment bank. As a global investor with over 50 years of experience, we are keen to help you gain a better understanding of the role we play in the financial market through the launch of this Job Simulation.

You'll get the opportunity to discover the fundamentals of investing, how analysts work across different asset classes, portfolio construction and fund distribution from our six interactive task modules. In return, you'll also build practical skills and experience setting up for success with your career.

This programme is open to all students of all backgrounds. Help us share the future and INVEST in yourself now.

How it works

Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Fidelity International. 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.

Skills you will learn and practice:

Business Acumen

Client Communication

Company Research

Critical Thinking

Debt Capital Markets

Financial Analysis

Industry Analysis

Investment Management

Market Research

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Risk Assessment

Introduction from Fidelity International

Tasks

Task One: Address a client's questions on investment management

20-30 minsIntermediate

Introducing the field of investment management and what makes it stand out

What you'll learn

Develop an understanding of the fundamentals investment management.

What you'll do

Complete a multiple choice questionnaire covering investment management asset types, processes, divisions and how it differs to investment banking.

Reviews

4.6

I really appreciated how realistic and data-driven the case study was. Analyzing real-world market reports and translating complex data (like third-party digital wealth ecosystems and robo-advisory trends in APAC) into clear, executive-ready presentations and strategy briefs gave me a great hands-on perspective on strategic consulting and financial sales strategy.

Student, Maseno University

I enjoyed learning how digital trends are changing the asset management industry, particularly how online platforms, AI and personalised marketing can help firms reach and engage clients more effectively. I also liked analysing real-world examples from China and exploring how these strategies could be applied to improve client relationships and distribution.

Student, New College, Swindon

I liked the deeper, more practical format of this simulation. The tasks involved real analysis, building presentations and portfolios, and working with reports, financial statements and fund data, which felt close to the actual work of an investment analyst. It covered a wide range of skills, from portfolio construction and risk analysis to credit research and market trends

Student, The Manchester Metropolitan University