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This specialized coaching package is designed for students and early-career professionals preparing for competitive interviews in Quantitative Finance. Whether you're aiming for roles at Morgan Stanley, BNP Paribas, Citadel, Akuna Capital, Geneva Trading, or other top-tier buy and sell-side firms, this package equips you with the tools and confidence to stand out. What This Package Includes: Behavioral Interview Preparation Learn how to articulate your story, navigate "fit" questions, and craft compelling responses using proven frameworks. Mock Interviews with Detailed Feedback Simulated interviews tailored to roles in trading, quant research, and quant development — followed by actionable feedback to refine your responses and presentation. Communication & Executive Presence Coaching Build clarity, poise, and confidence in high-stakes interview settings. Focus on tone, structure, and audience adaptation. Industry-Aligned Insights Understand what top firms are truly looking for, including how they assess soft skills, problem-solving, and cultural fit. Interview Strategy & Mindset Coaching Learn how to approach the entire interview process — from preparing your pitch to debriefing and following up.
Interview Readiness & Confidence
Strong Personal Brand & Communication
Customized interview strategy — from prep to follow-up — that maximizes callback rates.
Realistic mock interviews with targeted feedback
Stronger presence and composure in front of recruiters, hiring managers, and senior professionals.
Coaching delivered via live sessions.
I personalize and tailor the coaching sessions to each individual client based on their career goals and style. I have placed over 500+ student in internships and full-time roles in Quant Finance
Response time is 1-2 hours. I am always happy to create a customized package for you.
Services included:
LinkedIn Review
Promotion Strategy
Cover Letters
Resume Review
Networking Strategy
Salary Negotiation
Technical Interview Prep
Behavioral Interview Prep
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$1,3005h of coaching
$5002h of coaching
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Fiona also coaches for Master’s Programs, Capital Markets & Trading, Career Coaching, and Investment Banking. View all.
Joined June 2025
5.0
Ex-Berkeley MFE Director | 500+ Coached in Quant Finance Careers
Fiona Taft is a highly experienced career and admissions coach for Master’s programs, with over a decade of demonstrated success in top-tier academic institutions such as UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business. At Berkeley’s Master of Financial Engineering (MFE) Program, she has consistently achieved outstanding student placement outcomes (100% Internship placement and 95% placement by Graduation), designed and implemented strategic employer relations initiatives, and provided tailored coaching in quantitative finance career pathways, networking, and interview preparation. In her prior role at Stanford, she led executive education programs and coached high-level professionals through career transitions and academic admissions processes. Fiona’s extensive background in admissions strategy, career development programming, and industry engagement—combined with her strong analytical and communication skills—positions her as a trusted guide for aspiring graduate students navigating the competitive admissions and recruitment landscape.
4h–6h of coaching