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During case interviews, you may often be asked to answer estimation questions that are designed to test your ability to think logically, structure problems, and make reasonable assumptions with limited information. By demonstrating how to estimate, you will showcase your analytical thinking, business judgment, and comfort with ambiguity, which are necessary skills in consulting. Throughout the process, you should also ensure clear communication of your thought process - which is equally as important as the final number.
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Estimation questions in case interviews assess your ability to break down complex problems, make reasonable assumptions, and calculate approximate answers …
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Former BCG consultant Jason Riddell leads a live case interview focused on a struggling deli department at a national supermarket chain. With stagnant profits, the deli business needs a turnaround strategy - and it’s up to the candidate to crack the case.
Follow along as the candidate tackles structuring, analysis, mental math, and data interpretation under pressure, just like in a real BCG interview.
After the case, Jason breaks down what the candidate did well, where they stumbled, and how to improve - sharing practical takeaways for anyone preparing for consulting interviews.
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Listen in on a real McKinsey-style case interview.Former McKinsey consultant Kabreya Ghaderi, who has coached dozens of candidates to MBB offers, guides a candidate through an automotive industry case interview - exactly like those used in McKinsey assessments.Follow along as the candidate navigates structuring, problem-solving, mental math, and data interpretation under pressure.
If you're prepping for McKinsey or looking to sharpen your case skills, this is a can't-miss episode.
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Curious what a BCG healthcare case interview looks like? You're in the right place. In the session, former BCG consultant Ish Mawla walks a candidate through a healthcare-focused case interview - just like those used in actual BCG interviews.
You'll see firsthand how a candidate tackles frameworks, math, data analysis, and executive communication under pressure. Plus, after the case, Ish breaks down the candidate's performance, highlighting what worked, what didn't, and how to improve.
Ish works with candidates 1:1 to prep for case interviews using a personalized approach. Join a Management Consulted coaching program like …
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… considering applying for a position at Kearney, you'll face a case interview. Today, we're excited to share what to expect in a Kearney case interview through a real-time demonstration led by Alfredo.
In the demonstration (below), you'll see Alfredo take a real candidate through a Kearney case study - based on a client project!
The case is a fantastic overview of Kearney's interview process. Follow along with paper and pencil to see if you can solve the case alongside our candidate.
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If you're preparing for a McKinsey case interview, this real-world example is a must-watch. The example - a McKinsey profitability case - simulates a real McKinsey case interview, providing invaluable insights for aspiring consultants. The case is led by Rick Wilmot, a former McKinsey Engagement Manager (and Management Consulted case coach) and Jacob, an aspiring consultant.
The case centers on TruFilms, a cinema chain in Thailand that has experienced slowing profit growth despite continued success. Their management team has pinpointed ticket pricing as a potential issue and needs a consulting team to analyze and propose solutions.
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Case interview season is heating up! Interview invites are going out and more application deadlines are around the corner. This means – it’s high time to get your case prep under way.
Watch this case interview demonstration to learn what to expect in a BCG case interview. The case is led by Marcus Jilla, a Management Consulted coach and former BCG consultant and project leader.
The case features a golf ball manufacturer and supplier considering a new market. The key question is: "Should we enter this market? If so, how?"
The interviewee must consider the question, structure a problem-solving …