Category: Case Interview

Types of Case Interviews: 6 Must Knows

There are multiple types of case interviews you must pass before landing a coveted job offer. That's right - writing the perfect resume and preparing for the fit interview are just the beginning of your work! Just as there's always a dragon to slay before rescuing the princess, there's a case interview process to master…

6 top case interview questions – answered!

Many of you this month are heading into interviews for summer internships - our inbox is testimony! Tons of eager undergrad and MBA consulting candidates have been emailing us with interview questions about interview tips, case prep pointers, and our consulting interview prep services, so we'll start off by giving you a clear explanation of…

Management consulting interview preparation – the new and improved guide

Here's a checklist that you should run through before any consulting interview. 80% of the advice applies across industries and job functions as well. Happy reading! Long before the interview... 1) Start case prep NOW. Not tomorrow, not in a week, start it NOW. Remember, the case can be more than 50% of the final…

What’s the difference between 1st and 2nd round interviews?

Both interview rounds will have fit interview and case interview components. The 1st rounds will likely be less challenging, with less senior consultants. The 2nd rounds will be much tougher, and you'll interview with senior consultants whom you'll be working with should you get the offer.

Management consulting interviews: the 2 smartest case study techniques

This is the 3rd post in a series on management consulting interviews. Previous posts covered fit interviews and follow-up questions. In this post we'll cover two of the smartest case study techniques to set you apart. Case Study Technique 1: Tell Them Up Front "Tell them what you're going to tell them, tell them, then…

Management consulting interviews: the best follow-up question you can ask, plus 4 more

My first post in this series covered consulting fit interviews and the biggest mistake you can make. At the end of every consulting interview, the consultant will typically offer feedback on your performance and provide an opportunity to ask follow-up questions. Most applicants do not use this time effectively - asking follow-up questions allows you…

Role play in consulting interviews: roundup of reader questions

Here's a roundup of reader questions - covering topics including role play consulting interviews, consulting interview dress code, consulting lingo, and cover letters. To start, I found an online copy of the Wetfeet Guide to the Top 25 Consulting Firms - worth a quick browse as their company profiles are strong on the basics. Now…

10 Steps To Solve Any Sizing Question

Sizing questions are tough. They can be ambiguous, complex, and you're expected to present a sound solution with minimal data. The following are examples of sizing questions: "How many rounds of golf are played in the U.S. annually?" "How many baseballs would fit into a Boeing 747?" To master sizing questions, three skills are needed:…

Case Interview 101: Powerful Tips To Launch Your Success

In previous posts, we've discussed interviews, resumes, and the general recruiting process. Today, we want to touch upon one of the most important but often overlooked aspects of the interview process - the case interview, and even non-standard case interview questions. What is a Case Interview? If there’s one question on the mind of every…