Hey all, I'm getting referred to PwC FDD. Any insights on the interview process? specifically technical aspects?

Aiming to focus on valuation methodologies, common EBITDA adjustments, and do a few valuation/m&a case studies.

May not get interview at all as current S1 with private equity audit experience

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Appreciate it! Will try some exercises / case studies to prepare.

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Search the QoE training on your firm training site and do that. Would also be helpful to do NWC, debt like trainings as well

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Appreciate the input!

You don’t need to know valuation methodology for FDD

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Thanks for the input! From the other comments I'm focusing on QoE, NWC, and brushing up on some data cleaning, extraction, and presentation. Please feel free to share any resources you would recommend.

Agree above but general (multiples) valuation knowledge is preferred.
Focus on QoE, factors that would impact the deal from buy-side's view, macro trends, and most importantly a ton of quality questions to ask.
From a recent PwC FDD lateral hire, good luck!

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Appreciate the advice, will do- and congrats to you! From what I hear, they may only be interviewing candidates with prior FDD experience at this point, so I may not even get an interview.

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