FUND interview questions Flashcards

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What would be the potential responsibilities for an associate at the firm? Is sourcing involved? How so?

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What is the firm’s or fund’s investment strategy? (e.g. size, geography, industry, type of control, primary/secondary, minimum operating results, timing)

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What is the firm’s hierarchy? Fund investment structure? Investment committee structure?

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Is there a path to direct promotion within the firm, or an expectation that associates will pursue an MBA? Where have past associates gone?

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How have the firm’s funds performed historically? What was the typical IRR on previous funds?

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What is the firm’s history and what are some key past portfolio experiences for the firm?

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