ADVENTIS
Distinguished Clubs Network
Elevating Student Finance Organizations
The Adventis Distinguished Clubs Network is a professional network uniting student-run finance organizations that use the Financial Modeling Certification® (FMC®) Program as the foundation of their training.
Designed for club presidents and executive boards, the Network creates an opportunity to share best practices, strengthen leadership, and benchmark success against peer institutions.
By joining, your club becomes part of a community of high-achieving students preparing for roles in investment banking, private equity, and other competitive high-finance careers.
Two Tiers of Excellence
The Network recognizes clubs at different stages of growth, offering tailored resources to help each achieve the highest standard.
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Tier 1: Distinguished Clubs
Clubs with a 90% or higher FMC® certification rate.
Examples: University of Illinois, University of Kansas
Benefits:
• Recognition as a top-performing Adventis partner
• Featured case studies showcasing your club’s success
• Leadership opportunities within the Association
• Priority access to Adventis-led events and workshops
• Exclusive access to the Network Slack community
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Tier 2: Aspiring Clubs
Clubs that are committed to advancing toward Tier 1 status.
Examples: University of Tennessee, Princeton University, UCLA
Benefits:
• Guidance on building club-wide adoption of the FMC® Program
• Access to leadership workshops and monthly best-practice forums
• Roadmap for increasing certification rates and placement outcomes
• Participation in the Network Slack community
Connect with Peers
Monthly Presidents’ Meetings offer a forum for exchanging strategies, tips, and event formats.
Exclusive Slack Community
Stay engaged with a private Slack workspace. Collaborate with leaders nationwide, share templates, and access a searchable hub of strategies and success stories.
Access Resources
Receive practical tips and guidance on club management, recruiting pipelines, and interview prep strategies.
Showcase Success
Clubs are highlighted in Adventis case studies, inspiring other student leaders.
Build Your Brand
Gain recognition on your campus and across the Adventis network.
WHY JOIN
The Distinguished Clubs Network
Featured Case Studies
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The Investment Banking Academy at the University of Illinois
By making the FMC® Program a core part of its curriculum for members, the IBA has ensured that its members are among the most technically prepared entry-level investment banking analysts.
95% of IBA members earn Adventis certification
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Jennett Finance Scholars Program at the University of Kansas
In less than a year, Adventis has become a cornerstone of the Jennett Finance Scholars experience—accelerating technical proficiency, building storytelling skills, and opening career doors for students.
22 JFS members certified within first 3 months of partnership
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The Tennessee Capital Markets Society at the University of Tennessee
By making the Adventis FMC® Program a requirement for members starting with the Class of 2028, TCMS is sending a clear message: technical excellence is non-negotiable.
Partnered with Adventis since 2024
1. Ensure your club is using the FMC® Program as part of its training curriculum.
2. Reach out to us to express your interest in joining Adventis’s Distinguished Clubs Network.
3. Join monthly Network calls to collaborate with leaders.
4. Engage in the Slack community to accelerate your club’s growth.