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Barclays Investment Banking Associate Interview Questions

The questions to prepare for a Barclays Investment Banking Associate interview. Questions from real interview reports rank first. Updated daily.

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Finance & AccountingStart here. 3 questions · ~24 min
DCF WalkthroughHard

Explain how to value a company using unlevered free cash flow, WACC, and terminal value.

ValuationDCFFinancial ModelingBarclays
How Do You Do an LBO, What Impacts an LBO, and What Makes a Good LBO Candidate?Hard

Build a paper LBO, calculate MOIC and IRR, identify return drivers, and define the characteristics of an attractive LBO candidate.

ValuationLBOFinancial ModelingBarclays
Bridge Equity Value to Enterprise ValueMedium

Calculate equity value and enterprise value from market cap, debt, cash, and minority claims, then explain which metric fits operating valuation.

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Behavioral & Leadership4 questions · ~32 min
Motivation for Investment BankingEasy

Tests whether the candidate has specific, informed, and credible motivation for investment banking.

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Cross-Functional Teamwork on a DealEasy

Tests teamwork in a sales setting, especially cross-functional collaboration, communication, and ownership in driving a shared outcome.

Stakeholder ManagementCommunicationLeadershipBarclays
Walking Through Your ResumeEasy
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Tests structured self-introduction, career narrative, motivation, and ability to connect past experience to the role.

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Resolving Conflict on a Shared AnalysisEasy

Tests conflict resolution in an analytical team setting, including communication, ownership, and the ability to preserve relationships while delivering results.

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