I recently launched an equity research training program for students and professionals. (http://quadrantskewcapital.com/equity-research-pro...). You've probably seen it posted on WSO.
The program is designed to develop financial modeling and equity research skills along with real-world application/experience.
Although the program is faily new and launched a month ago, the response was below my expectations. I previously ran at equity resesarch internship that received 250 application within a month whereas the training program has only garnered 12 registrations in its first month.
The obvious difference is the former is free while the latter costs $100. However, given that current equity research or financial modeling programs cost over $1200+ I don't see the price point as being an issue. Although it may be seasonal timing since students are just starting to look for summer work/experience.
I've attached a copy of 2 equity reseasrch reports that were created with resources from the program.
Could use your input on to why the traction for this is not as strong as expected;
From my analysis this should fill a gap in the space as it is a low-cost educational program that provides real-world experience. So while it is not competitive with an internship at a known firm it is very competitive versus other educational programs.