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The Right Way
Break Into

Investment Banking
The Right Way.
A one-stop platform combining structured learning, mentorship, interview preparation, practical projects, and placement support built for candidates who are serious about core finance careers.
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5k+ Students
1700+
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Building Careers in
 Investment Banking
 and Core Finance

Encoding Careers – Encoding Careers is building a one-stop platform focused on helping candidates break into Investment Banking and other core finance careers through practical, industry-level upskilling. The platform combines structured learning, mentorship, interview preparation, practical projects, and placement assistance to help candidates become job-ready for finance roles

Karan Damania

Co-Founder · Finance

Over four years of experience across Equity Research, Wealth Management, Investment Banking, and Private Equity. Identified a major gap in structured and practical guidance for candidates trying to break into niche finance careers which eventually led to the foundation of Encoding Careers.

Pritesh Damania

Co-Founder · Technology

Over a decade of experience building full-stack technology platforms across multiple industries. Has played a key role in transforming the vision of Encoding Careers into a scalable, technology-driven platform while continuously focusing on enhancing the user experience.
Maitreya
Business Development Manager
Owns the candidate journey from first interaction to program enrollment while driving growth initiatives to expand Encoding Careers' reach and impact.
Pratham
Product Developer
Builds and enhances platform features that improve user experience, streamline operations, and support the company's long-term product vision.
Simratpal
Content Head
Develops strategic partnerships with colleges and institutions while driving workshop and event collaborations to expand business opportunities.
Umra
Product Manager
Leads content creation and distribution across digital platforms, helping transform ideas into content that educates, engages, and drives growth.
The Journey Behind Encoding Careers
March 2023
Karan started putting out content on Linkedin about IB
April 2023
Lot of connections wanted to explore IBs
August 2023
Karan started getting too many queries to crack into IB
September 2023
Started doing small workshops to share insights
October 2023
Collaborated with colleges to guide students into IB careers
November 2023
But 1-2 hour sessions were not enough
December 2023
Helping students break into IB step by step
January 2024
Discussed the idea with 20+ bankers and Pritesh
March 2024
Built and structured the IB program over 8 months
October 2025
Launched the program in October 2025
Core Offerings
Everything you need
to break in

Discover Your Starting Point.

Assess your readiness for Investment Banking and receive a personalized roadmap tailored to your strengths, weaknesses, and career goals.

Take IB Assessment

Build Real Investment Banking Skills.

Progress through our structured 6-stage program designed to develop technical expertise, practical experience, and industry-ready confidence.

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Master Investment Banking Interviews.

Practice with AI-powered mock interviews, receive detailed feedback, and refine your answers before facing real interview panels.

Prep Mock Interviews

Enter the Industry with Confidence.

Leverage our curated network of 1,700+ finance firms, placement resources, and application tracking tools to accelerate your job search.

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Core Offerings
Not just another finance course

Learn Investment Banking, not just financial modelling

Learn Investment Banking, not just financial modelling

Learn Investment Banking, not just financial modelling

Learn Investment Banking, not just financial modelling

Core Offerings
Industry Recognized Certification
 For Investment Banking Careers
Validate your practical investment banking skills through industry-focused assessments, real-world projects, mentorship evaluation, and career readiness certification programs.
Practical Learning
Industry Projects
Mentor Guided
Career Ready
Skill Validation
Interview Focused

5000+

Certificates Issued

100%

Employer Recognition

5000+

Workshops Conducted

3,500+

Students & Professionals Mentored

100+

Trained for Investment Banking

75%

Candidate Interview Rate

Program
Everything you need
to break in
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1700+

Companies in Placement Network

4,500+

Students
 Placed

Book IB Strategy Call
Mentorship
Investment Banking
Become Industry-Ready For Investment Banking Careers
A complete career platform covering financial modelling, valuation, M&A, interview preparation, mentorship, networking, and placement support. Built for students and professionals aiming to break into Investment Banking and core finance roles.
Duration
3–6 Months
CERTIFICATION
Encoding Careers
MODE
Live + Self Paced
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
  • Financial Modelling, DCF & Valuation from scratch
  • Real-world M&A and Investment Banking case studies
  • AI-led interview preparation with scoring & feedback
  • Resume building, LinkedIn optimization & networking strategies
SKILLS COVERED
Financial Modelling
Valuation
M&A
DCF
Excel
Interview Prep
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Program Contributors
Insights from those

inside the industry

Ankit

EY

Deepam Gala

Inga

Devesh Bhardwaj

Anand Rathi Banking

Priyanshi

Citi

Sandeep

Inavigatepartners

Suhani

J P Morgan

Jay Vasani

DBS

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Ready to break into

Investment Banking?
Join 3,500+ students and professionals who have taken the right path into finance. Start with the IB Readiness Test it’s free.
100% Free, No Obligations

500+

Professionals
 Helped

3x

Faster IB
Placement

95%

Success
Rate

100% Free, No Obligations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you begin your journey
into Investment Banking.
Encoding Careers is a one-stop platform designed to help aspiring finance professionals build careers in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Equity Research, Valuation, Corporate Finance, and related fields through structured learning, mentorship, practical projects, interview preparation, and placement support.
Encoding Careers is built for students, recent graduates, MBA candidates, CA students, CFA candidates, working professionals, and anyone looking to build or transition into core finance careers.
Most finance courses focus only on technical concepts. Encoding Careers focuses on helping candidates become industry-ready through practical projects, mentorship, career guidance, networking opportunities, interview preparation, and job readiness support.
We primarily support candidates interested in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Equity Research, Valuation, Corporate Finance, Venture Capital, and other core finance roles.
Not necessarily. Some programs are designed for beginners, while others require basic finance knowledge. Each program clearly outlines the recommended prerequisites before enrollment.
Yes. Our programs are designed to provide structured guidance, mentor support, career roadmaps, and access to professionals who have worked across various finance domains.
Yes. Depending on the program, candidates may receive support with resume building, LinkedIn optimization, networking strategies, interview preparation, and access to our curated finance company network.
Yes. We focus on practical, industry-relevant projects that help candidates understand how finance professionals approach research, modelling, valuation, presentations, and deal-related work.
Absolutely. Many of our learners are working professionals looking to switch into finance roles or accelerate their career growth through structured upskilling.
You can begin by taking our IB Readiness Test, exploring our learning programs, attending one of our workshops or events, and identifying the roadmap best suited for your career goals.
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