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Mergers & Acquisitions Case Comp
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Join the largest M&A case comp in Australia. An event showcasing the brightest talent in front of top M&A firms.
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What Does The Winner Receive?
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$10,000 Cash Prize
The winning team will take home $10,000 in cash, designed to help kick-start your career in M&A.
Whether you use it to fund additional training, relocate for a role, invest in yourself, or simply buy time to focus on interviews and networking, this prize will give you real momentum as you break into the industry.
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Live Presentation in Front of Top M&A Firms
All finalists will have the opportunity to present their work live in front of senior leaders from Australia’s top M&A firms.
This is your chance to showcase your thinking, demonstrate your deal capability, and stand out to the people who make hiring decisions across investment banking, private equity, transaction services, and corporate development.
WHAT LAST YEARS FINALISTS HAVE TO SAY
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The Details
WHAT IS THE CASE COMP?
The M&A Case Comp is a competition designed to showcase your deal skills in front of top M&A firms. You’ll work through a real-world transaction, submit your analysis, and, if you make the finals, present your findings to a panel of industry professionals.
It’s the most practical way to get noticed, get feedback, and get hired.
WHO IS IT FOR?
This competition is for two groups: aspiring M&A professionals who want to break into the industry and prove they can deliver on a real deal, and current M&A professionals who want to test their skills against the best in the business.
Whether you're trying to land your first role or looking to add another achievement to the resume, this is your chance to stand out.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Once the competition commences, you’ll receive a realistic M&A deal brief, just like what professionals work on. You’ll analyse the transaction, build your case, and submit your work.
All submissions are completed in teams of three, which you can either self-select or have assigned to you based on your preferences.
Participants must reside in Australia or New Zealand and must have completed a university-level qualification within the past six years.
The Process
Stage Zero
Registration
Submit your registration to join Australia's largest M&A Case Competition. Registration closes on the 23rd of January 2026.
Stage One
First Round
Receive the case competition details on the 31st of January 2026 and submit your presentation and files by 5pm AEST on the 8th of February 2026.
Stage Two
Second Round
Successful candidates will selected by the 15th of February 2026. They will be invited to submit a short video presentation by the 23rd of February 2026.
Stage Three
Finals
Finalists will be selected by the 26th of February 2026. Finalists will be invited to present live in front of a panel and M&A Advisory firms from across Australia on the 5th March 2026. The finals will conclude with an exclusive networking event.
Why You Should Join The Early-Bird (Yes... It's just $29.95 AUD)
Closes 24th December 2025
Bonus #1:Â Fast-Track Case Competition Prep Workshop
Early-Bird Exclusive Bonus
Unlock access to a 60-minute live Fast-Track Workshop designed to give you a massive edge before the competition begins.
You’ll join us live.
And walk away competition-ready.
In this session, we’ll break down exactly what top-performing submissions look like, how judges score, and the biggest mistakes that knock teams out early.
You’ll be able to ask questions, get clarity on the case structure, and learn the insider frameworks that past finalists used to advance.
After that, you’ll get a recording of the entire workshop. So you can rewatch it, refine your approach, and tighten your submission before Round 1 opens.
Bonus #2:Â Case Comp Coach
Early-Bird Exclusive Bonus
Get instant access to our Case Comp Coach, an A.I. Agent trained on last year’s competition so you can sharpen your skills before the real event begins.
You’ll submit your practice work.
And get instant, judge-style feedback.
The Coach will score your submission out of 100, tell you whether it would have progressed in last year’s competition, and give you immediate insights into what to improve.
You’ll be able to run a practice attempt, refine your approach, and build confidence before Round 1 opens.Â
Bonus #3:Â Private M&A Community
Unlock access to our Private M&A Community, a competitors-only space where you can connect with other ambitious entrants, ask questions, share ideas, and stay updated in the lead-up to the competition.
Inside, you’ll be able to meet potential teammates, compare approaches, and get support from people who are just as driven as you are.
It’s the fastest way to stay motivated, stay accountable, and stay sharp as the competition gets closer.Â
Bonus #4: Case Comp Starter Pack
Get instant access to the Case Comp Starter Pack, a curated set of resources designed to help you hit the ground running.
Inside, you’ll get the official judges’ scorecard, last year’s winning submission, and a ready-to-use pitch deck template so you can structure your ideas with confidence from day one.
Whether you’re refining your approach or building your first deck, these tools give you clarity, direction, and a clear benchmark of what “top-tier” looks like.