Michael Du Plessis, CA(SA)

Michael Du Plessis, CA(SA)

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Private Equity Fund Finance Syndication & Sales at Investec

  • Education

    • CFA Institute

      2019 - 2019
      Level 2 (Top 10%)
    • CFA Institute

      2018 - 2018
      Level 1 (Top 10%)
    • University of Cape Town

      2014 - 2017
      Business Science Finance and Accounting (with Distinction)
    • University of Cape Town

      2018 - 2018
      Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (with Distinction)
    • Bishops Diocesan College

      2009 - 2013
      NSC
  • Experience

    • KPMG

      Apr 2014 - Apr 2014
      International Case Competition

      A team-based project which was based around analysing Qatar’s preparations to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, along with a panel presentation on our rationale and conclusion.

    • EY

      Dec 2014 - Dec 2014
      Business Experience Programme

      A week-long programme which gave me insight into the role of an external auditor, including a mock audit, client visit and a company analysis.

    • Bishops Diocesan College

      Jan 2017 - Nov 2017
      Athletics Coach

      Coached school athletics with a specialisation in short distance races, hurdles and long jump, while engaging with and motivating the athletes.

    • Investec

      Jan 2018 - Jan 2018
      CA Pathfinder

      A week-long banking simulation which included team-orientated tasks in order to emphasize the importance of collaboration.

    • Investec

      Jan 2019 - now

      The 3 year programme included 6 rotations, each 6 months long. It allowed me to contribute to the various business units within the bank and gain a broad learning experience.My rotations included:M&A, Corporate FinanceData AnalyticsInvestec for Business (Working Capital Specialists)Group TaxGlobal Lending Operations Financial ControlInternal Audit

      • Fund Finance Syndication and Sales

        Jan 2022 - now
      • CA(SA) Trainee

        Jan 2019 - Dec 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Excel 101

      Excel Academy
      Nov 2018
    • SQL - MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

      Udemy
      Jul 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • The Complete Investment Banking Course 2020

      Udemy
      Apr 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Elements of Artificial Intelligence

      University of Helsinki
      Apr 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • The Corporate Finance Course 2020

      Udemy
      May 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Excel Advanced Financial Modelling

      Goalfix Financial Modellers
      Mar 2021
    • Excel 202

      Excel Academy
      Nov 2018
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Michael Du Plessis, CA(SA)
      Dean's Merit List University of Cape Town Dec 2017 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
    • Awarded to Michael Du Plessis, CA(SA)
      Golden Key Member Golden Key Society Dec 2017 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017