Ibrahim Abdulsalam

Aspiring Investment Banking & Equity Research Analyst

Ilorin, NG.

About

Highly analytical and results-driven financial professional with a First Class Honors academic standing and proven expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and equity research. Eager to leverage advanced analytical skills, strong quantitative abilities, and a deep understanding of market dynamics to contribute to high-impact financial analysis and strategic investment decisions within a dynamic firm.

Work

The Investment Society – University of Ilorin

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Senior Analyst, Investment Banking Division

Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria

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Summary

Contributed to financial modeling sessions, enhancing accuracy and reducing valuation errors within the society's investment banking division.

Highlights

Contributed to 80% of financial modeling sessions, enhancing accuracy and reducing valuation errors by 10%.

CFA Society Nigeria

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Equity Research Analyst

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

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Summary

Led comprehensive equity research for the National Equity Research Challenge, delivering high-accuracy investment recommendations and strategic presentations.

Highlights

Improved model reliability by correcting data anomalies, achieving 100% accuracy and strengthening investment recommendations presented to the committee.

Developed a detailed 3-statement financial model for Presco Plc using 5-year historical data, enabling reliable forecasting and scenario analysis.

Conducted detailed financial ratio analysis across 20+ metrics to assess profitability, liquidity, and solvency, which supported a bullish investment thesis.

Derived a target price of ¥742 (27% upside) using a blended valuation approach (60% DCF, 40% comparables), improving the credibility of the equity pitch.

Co-authored a 10-page equity research report and delivered a strategic investment pitch to a panel of industry professionals during the national finals.

CFA Equity Research

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Team Lead, Valuation Project

Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria

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Summary

Led a 3-month valuation project, ensuring high accuracy in financial modeling data validation with a team of four.

Highlights

Led a 3-month valuation project on Presco Plc with a team of four.

Achieved 100% accuracy in financial modeling data validation.

Andrew Stotz Investment Research Academy

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Investment Analyst Intern

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

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Summary

Completed intensive training and conducted comprehensive valuations for multiple companies, enhancing analytical depth and publishing investment insights.

Highlights

Completed 300+ hours of intensive training on valuation methodologies, financial statement analysis, and forecasting techniques under professional supervision.

Conducted valuations on 11 companies (e.g., OXY, Motorola Solutions) using DCF and multiples-based approaches.

Provided structured feedback on five peer valuation reports, improving analytical depth and presentation quality.

Applied Porter's Five Forces model to evaluate industry dynamics, enhancing qualitative inputs to valuation conclusions.

Published investment insights via LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube, reaching an audience of 500+ and demonstrating thought leadership.

CFA Equity Research

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Head of Technical Team

Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria

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Summary

Ensured technical data validation and maintained 100% accuracy for financial modeling within the CFA Equity Research team.

Highlights

Achieved 100% accuracy in financial modeling data validation.

JP Morgan Chase

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Investment Banking Job Simulation

Remote, Virtual, US

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Summary

Participated in an investment banking simulation, identifying M&A targets and compiling company profiles for strategic assessment.

Highlights

Identified 2 M&A targets for Disney, assessing strategic and financial fit.

Compiled a 2-page summary on company profiles and auction processes.

Education

University of Ilorin

Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Science (BSc.) Accounting Grade: 4.65/5 GPA (First Class Honor)

Courses

Financial Accounting

Corporate Finance

Macroeconomics

Investments Management

Financial Management

Applied Statistics

Investment Analysis

Obele Community High School

Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria
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Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) – O'level General Studies Grade: O'level

Awards

Certificate of participation in the CFA equity research challenge National Finals

CFA Society Nigeria

Recognized for participation in the national finals of the CFA equity research challenge.

CFA Equity Research Challenge National Finalist

CFA Society Nigeria

Achieved National Finalist status, placing within the Top 8 out of 26 schools in the CFA Equity Research Challenge.

1st Runner-Up, CFA In-House Research Challenge

University of Ilorin

Awarded 1st Runner-Up in the CFA In-House Research Challenge at the University of Ilorin.

Best in Basic Accounting and ATS1

Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria

Recognized as Best in Basic Accounting and ATS1 in Nigeria for the March 2022 diet.

Languages

Yoruba

English

Arabic

French

Certificates

Valuation Master Class – Professional & Boot Camp Certified

Professional & Boot Camp

Certified Investment Banking Analyst

Forage (JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, etc.)

Certified Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA)

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)

Skills

Financial Modeling

DCF, Comparable Analysis, 3-Statement Modeling, Forecasting, Valuation Methodologies, Scenario Analysis.

Data Analysis & Tools

Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), Python (Basic), Financial Ratio Analysis, Data Validation.

Investment Research

Equity Research, Investment Analysis, Market Research, Industry Analysis (Porter's Five Forces), Risk-Adjusted Analysis, Investment Pitch Development.

Strategic & Business Acumen

M&A Target Identification, Strategic Financial Fit, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Report Writing, Presentation Skills, Thought Leadership.

Leadership & Teamwork

Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Mentorship, Project Management.