Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at BDA Partners as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Summer Analyst and rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Summer Analyst and roles were rated as the easiest.
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I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at BDA Partners in Nov 2025
Interview
remote case study within 3 hour timeframe (can do anytime) and on site modeling test at their ofice for 1 hour. Modeling test is about 3 financial statement and DCF
Mix of technical and cultural fit. alot of culture questions and deep dive into previous deal experience. Technical wasnt the hardest but they expect you to know the market and what sets the company apart from other boutiques in the industry
I applied online. I interviewed at BDA Partners (London, England) in Jun 2024
Interview
1st round online test / application question on motivations, start date, and visa eligibility
2nd round behavioural interview with VP + M&A technical interview with associates (if you pass behavioural)
3rd round AC
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
why IBDy, why you
whats EV, equity value, DCF, deal process etc