MFin Career Question of the Week: How do I prepare for a Superday?

How do I prepare for a Superday?

Reaching the super day stage is a great achievement, indicating that you are well-qualified for the job in terms of skills and knowledge. Now, the focus is on assessing how well you fit with the role, company culture, and your passions. Here are some practical tips about how to better prepare for a Superday

  1. Demonstrate Your Fit and Close the Deal: Be prepared to concisely answer these questions, while demonstrating your passion and desire for the role: Why this company? Why this role? Why should they hire me? Check out our MFin Interview Prep Packet for company and industry research tips, and interview preparation checklist.
  2. Self-Reflect on Your Experiences: Identify desired skills for the role and brainstorm examples from your experience to provide evidence that you have those skills. Chart your experiences and skills, and build a matrix linking these skills with your stories. For additional details, please refer to the webinar on behavioral interviews.
  3. Prepare Insightful Questions: The questions you prepare should demonstrate your experience and insights. They should be well-researched and knowledgeable, and can be structured in two parts: what you know and what you wish to learn. For inspiration, check out 40+ Smart Questions to Ask at the End of Any Job Interview.
  4. Practice with Mock Interviews: Sharpen your interview skills through mock interviews. You can conduct these through networking, with peers, through clubs, or by scheduling a one-on-one mock interview with your career advisors.

For more interview preparation resources, please visit the CDO website. You can find an interview prep packet, Big Interview tools, and easy guides for finance, quant, data science interviews, and mental math resources. Remember, every step you take in preparation brings you one step closer to your dream job!

By MIT Sloan CDO
MIT Sloan CDO