Michael Du Plessis, CA(SA)

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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
- The Complete Investment Banking Course 2020
  Udemy
  Apr 2020
  View certificate
- Elements of Artificial Intelligence
  University of Helsinki
  Apr 2020
  View certificate
- The Corporate Finance Course 2020
  Udemy
  May 2020
  View 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