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The Banking Accelerator is a premium investment banking recruiting program designed to help students and early-career professionals break into top firms. Founded by Ben Chon, a former J.P. Morgan recruiting captain, the program provides a structured, end-to-end approach to recruiting, covering resume optimization, networking strategy, technical training, and interview preparation. Students have access to white-glove support, including intensive one-on-one coaching. All members receive access to a comprehensive platform that includes video training across technical and behavioral topics, real interview questions, hands-on Excel and valuation projects, group coaching calls, guest sessions with industry professionals, and a student community for accountability and support. The program also offers integrated MBA admissions guidance for candidates pursuing business school as a pathway into banking. The Banking Accelerator stands out for its results-driven approach and ongoing support, including continued recruiting guidance until students secure an investment banking offer.


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4.4

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

12 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I loved the 1-on-1 coaching I got from…

I loved the 1-on-1 coaching I got from Ben directly. Super genuine and tailored my recruiting strategy to help me succeed. The additional coaches and resources Ben has brought are all top-notch, with coaches from Qatalyst, Moelis, and Lazard, to name a few. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to get an edge in their recruiting process.

16 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Edge I Needed to Land My Offer

I joined Banking Accelerator in late December after doing most of my networking and preparing for interviews, and it ended up being exactly the final push I needed. The weekly office hours were super helpful because I could ask specific questions about recruiting, and my mentor played a huge role in sharpening my interview skills through mock interviews and personalized feedback. I had already put in a lot of the groundwork on my own, but this program helped bring everything together and gave me the extra edge I needed. I genuinely don’t think I would have gotten my offer without it, and I’m really grateful for the experience.

14 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Program

I've had a few people reach out and ask about the program before they had enrolled, and I always say that it's definitely better than other competing resources in my opinion. The bottom line is on par: the structure, services, etc. You can definitely get more out of this program if you are more active and ask for more — utilizing these 1on1 call with Ben, reaching out to people who landed an offer, etc. I've joined early on so I've witnessed the development of the program and I can assure Ben and the admins definitely care for improving and assisting you and your experience.

13 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

BA has been an incredible resource…

BA has been an incredible resource throughout the recruiting process. Being mentored 1 on 1 with someone who has gone through the process allows you to get a full understanding of the actions you should be taking to succeed. Also, all the course modules do a great job at preparing you for the interview process.

11 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely Underrated

Ben and my coach were top notch. While there are other programs out there with similar offerings, I could not have asked for a better group of coaches and peers to go through the difficult recruiting process with. The live calls and lessons helped me develop a stronger and quicker grasp of both the technical and behavioral material, which made a real difference in helping me perform at my best during interviews.

15 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely Helpful Program

Ben personally guided me on an interview process, told me exactly what videos and lessons to refer to in the program while I completed the case study, and gave me helpful, tailored tips for networking based on my past emails and resumes.

The technical portion of the program is hands down the easiest and simplest way to understand any concept - I was able to learn and absorb material from accounting - M&A/LBO 10x as fast and become much more confident for upcoming interviews.

Would highly recommend the program for breaking into IB and adjacent roles.

28 February 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Banking Accelerator Review

The Banking Accelerator gave me the opportunity, resources, and mentorship needed to succeed in the IB recruitment process. The technical prep modules were extremely helpful in explaining each interview concept clearly and preparing me for the types of questions banks typically ask. Additionally, the resources provided, such as the application tracker, past interview question bank, and networking tracker, made the process much more efficient and organized. Being paired with a coach who recruited for the same role I was targeting was especially valuable, as it provided insight from someone who had gone through the process firsthand. Overall, I would highly recommend the program to anyone looking to break into investment banking.

7 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn't Recommend It More

The Banking Accelerator is the best resource for both technical and behavioral prep. I started recruiting later than my peers but was able to catch up fast. The 1-on-1 coaching felt genuinely personalized to my needs, and the weekly calls with Ben gave me the chance to ask questions and learn from other students in real time. I ended up landing my offer early in the cycle. Could not recommend it more!

6 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Experience with Banking Accelerator

I had a great experience with Banking Accelerator. Within a few days of my inquiry, they matched me with a great mentor who helped me through a unique recruiting situation, and a few months later, I had multiple offers for IB Summer Analyst roles.

6 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Experience

The BA team works really hard to provide tailored resources, connections, and advice, to members of the accelerator. My mentor went above and beyond in helping my accomplish my goals, as did the founder himself.

1 August 2025
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