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GradIQ Academy
Australia's only case interview program with a job guarantee.
Learn from industry mentors and master the blueprint to landing a full-time role or internship in strategy consulting.
If you don't land a role, then you don't pay!
Applications for our Strategy Consulting Academy have been extended and now close December 15th. They will prepare students for the upcoming hiring period starting January 2025.
The program will commence January 13th 2025.
Lecture Series
Master the case interview skillset.
Our 8-part online lecture series teaches you everything you need to ace the case inte and answer questions such as:
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What is strategy consulting?
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What does a day in the life of a consultant look like?
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What do I need to know for the case interviews?
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Is this the career for me?
Curriculum
1. Introduction
Program introduction
Lessons from GradIQ alumni
What is Strategy Consulting?
Day in the life of a strategy consultant
2. The Behavioural
Introduction to behavioural interviews
What makes 'the ideal strategy consulting candidate'
Red flags to avoid
Risk-based interviewing
3. Problem Structuring & Frameworks
Introduction to case interviews
Structured problem solving using frameworks
Structured communication
Objective-driven frameworks
4. Brainstorming & Hypothesis Testing
Brainstorming techniques
Hypothesis-driven thinking
Quantitative analysis
5. Quantitative Analysis & Estimation
Mental arithmetic strategies
Estimation techniques
Market-sizing approaches
Handling assumptions
6. Profitability, Market Entry, M&A
Profitability frameworks
Market Entry factors
M&A Evaluation
7. Pricing & Operations
Pricing strategies
Optimisation in operations
8. Brain Teasers
Types of brainteasers and various solution methods
Online Assessment Toolkit
Prepare for and avoid getting screened by online assessments.
Our tools have been designed to help you excel in online assessments and secure your first round interview.
Our toolkit includes: 👇
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Company-specific guides
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Mental arithmetic
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Sequences
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Numerical reasoning
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Gamified assessments; testing your speed, memory and appetite for risk.
"In two weeks I went from getting 60/80 in Mental Arithmetic Easy Mode to getting 80/80 in Expert" - Adrian, GradIQ Alumni
Case Interview Mastery
Case interviews are hard. We prepare you for any challenge and set you up for success.
How we help you ace the case interview: 👇
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10 one-on-one mock case interviews with MBB consultants, where we'll hone your problem solving and communication skills to ensure you can handle any case.
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Weekly sessions with a dedicated coach to monitor progress and help you optimise your application strategy.
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Access to our case question collection, boasting 50+ practice case scenarios.
"Mate I just finished the interview and the instructor said 'I had the best result so far!'" - Tom, GradIQ Alumni
Company Insights
Get exclusive access to industry partners, tour offices and find the best fit to kickstart your career.
Most students rely on limited employer interactions and Glassdoor reviews to make career-defining decisions. This often leads to poor choices and career regret.
This isn't the case for GradIQ students. Through detailed company profiles, you'll gain firsthand insights to confidently choose the company that's right for you.
"GradIQ's company directory shows all of the consulting companies offering internships and grad roles in Australia, so students know exactly where to apply" - Will, GradIQ Founder
Student Introductions
Connect with fellow applicants and maximise your interview preparation opportunities
"When I applied for graduate roles in 2022, I didn't have anyone to prepare with. This meant I went into first round interviews with zero interview practice and several knowledge gaps. With the GradIQ community, students can be assured they've left no stone unturned in their interview preparation and ensure outcomes are driven by their ability, rather than by luck or lack of interview experience." - Will, GradIQ Founder
During the program you'll be connected with over 30 other applicants through our lecture series and Slack community. These connections provide you with the opportunity to share insights, discover new practice questions, and collaborate with your future colleagues.
Why we do it this way?👇
Studies show that applicants who apply with others have a 40-50% higher success rate compared to those who apply alone. This is due to increases in interview practice opportunities, accountability and motivation.
GradIQ's Resume Guides
Learn to craft a resume that will make consulting companies eager to interview you!
On average, a recruiter will spend 6-7 seconds scanning your resume before deciding whether to examine it further.
Our FREE industry-specific guide will help you craft a standout resume that:
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Is professional
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Clearly gives recruiters what they’re looking for
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Highlights your strengths, setting you up for success in behavioural interviews
Pricing
Australia's only case interview program with a job guarantee.
We use a commission-based pricing structure to ensure that the GradIQ team helps you achieve the best possible result during the consulting application process. Pay a $95 deposit upon joining the Academy and if you don't land a consulting job then you don't pay!*
* Payment is made after you land a consulting role, which can be paid in full or in monthly instalments subject to Academy member T&Cs
Pay a $95 deposit, then a commission fee of:
5%
of the total compensation offered by the company during the first year
Graduate
Pay a $95 deposit, then a commission fee of:
10%
of the total compensation offered by the company during the internship
Internship
FAQs
What is GradIQ?
GradIQ was built to bridge the gap between university education and meaningful employment, providing students with the tools, guidance, and confidence to transition into high-impact careers.
Through our industry-specific Academy programs, we support students to land sought-after internships and graduate roles in quant trading, investment banking and strategy consulting.
Programs are currently in development for other industries.
What's GradIQ's mission?
Our mission is to bridge the gap between education and meaningful work.
GradIQ was founded on the belief that universities often fall short in preparing students for real-world job markets. After struggling to find useful resources when preparing for his own interviews, founder Will Perry set out to create a platform that provides the tools, mentorship, and industry-specific guidance students need to to confidently transition from university to high-impact careers.
Who can apply?
All students with Australian working rights are encouraged to apply for our programs.
What's included in the Academy programs?
Our programs provides students with a range of services including:
Weekly 1:1 sessions with an industry mentor
Structured lecture content covering everything needed for a successful interview experience
CV and cover-letter service
Access to our psychometric test toolkit
Behavioural and technical interview coaching
Mock interview practice
Career guidance
Assistance with selecting an offer
Assistance with networking
Scheduled study sessions with other students
Access to the GradIQ community, a network of talented young professionals
How does the pricing work?
Unlike other programs, we believe you shouldn't have to pay full price until you get the result you're looking for.
Start your new career journey with a deposit of $95 and only pay the Academy program commission if you receive a job offer in the industry of your choosing.
For more pricing information, please visit the Pricing section on our Academy program pages.
Who runs the sessions?
Our Quant Trading Academy is run by our founder, Will Perry. Will received offers from Optiver, IMC and VivCourt in 2022 and briefly worked at Optiver before continuing his career in technology and education. Will has extensive experience coaching university students and recent graduates. He has helped students land roles at several trading companies and has seven years of experience teaching Mathematics and Engineering.
Our Investment Banking and Strategy Consulting Academies are run by a team of ex-industry professionals who previously received offers from the likes of McKinsey, Bain, BCG, J.P. Morgan and Moelis. They have experienced the highs and lows of the application experience and are well-equipped to help students navigate the competitive recruitment process of their respective industries.