Was submitted to a LMM IB for a position and they want me to do a 3 hour in person modeling test for a first round interview. Does that seem normal or a little extreme for a first round? Not sure how I can disappear for 3+ hours to take a modeling test in their office on a weekday.

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It is what it is. I turned down a company because they wanted to come in for a 3+ hour interview during the week. However, if they were a bigger firm with more prestige, I would’ve made it work.

Could I ask some questions regarding the application process?

Take PTO. Not sure what the issue is.

Definitely not more than a modeling test, but trying to get more context.

Only interviewed with one bank that’s small MM and first round was 3 45 minute calls, second round was take home model assignment, first round of the bat seems aggressive, if you’re really interested maybe take a sick day so you don’t need it approved

Talking with a better bank that is within my industry, so id rather save any days I have to be out for that. If this was the second or third round I think it would make sense but given this is a smaller bank in a different industry, I’m leaning towards declining as my chance of passing the test in general is smaller.

I’d call out sick if there is no flexibility in terms of interview approach. Everyone seems to be trying to get out off FDD so take your shot.

Yeah, I agree and FDD hires in waves so it’s kinda kind of now or never

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Could just block your calendar and “u have a doc appt”? I’m not really sure what the issue is

Overthinking it bro

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