SEO Alternative Investments Credit Academy

The SEO Credit Academy is designed to prepare professionals to secure credit investment roles.   

SEO has a long track record of success in closing opportunity gaps in the alternatives space, and this program initiative builds on that in the credit space.

How it works: 

The SEO Credit Academy will host a series of events to help you gain the understanding and preparation needed to successfully compete for credit investment roles. We provide connections and networking opportunities with many of the largest credit funds. One-on-one coaching and mentorship are also available for committed candidates.

Participant Criteria: 

All who meet the following criteria are welcome to apply: 

• College seniors with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.3/4.0 for Business, Economics, and Finance majors, at an accredited US University with a full-time job offer in a relevant industry.

 OR

• Relevant Professional Experience
  • Investment Banking (Coverage, M&A, Restructuring)
  • Credit Capital Markets (Leveraged Finance, DCM)
  • Credit Trading and Research

Are you ready to gain an in-depth understanding of the competencies and knowledge required to be successful in a credit investing role?

Credit Academy Fellowship Program

The Credit Academy Fellowship Program (CAFP) is an invite-only program within the SEO Credit Academy. It is tailored for candidates aspiring to careers in private credit.

Fellows benefit from:

• Mock interviews to refine their preparation.
• Exclusive events with partner firms.
• Networking opportunities with successful alumni, providing a competitive edge in the hiring process.

Eligibility:

• Be an engaged member of SEO Credit Academy with a credit-relevant background.
• Complete the proprietary SEO CA Curriculum.
• Complete our SEO CA Take Home Case Study with a 1×1 coaching debrief.
• Complete our SEO CA Take Home Modeling Exercise with a 1×1 coaching debrief.

Credit Academy Fellowship Program FAQs

Please reference the document below for the application process and other frequently asked questions.