McKinsey cases examples

Question

Has anyone who passed the first or final rounds for MCK Generalist Track share the cases they received in order to have a better idea. Thank you very much :)

Answer 1

Hi there,

McKinsey case interviews are indeed different from other firms. However, you're asking the wrong question, which is ultimately very superficial.

Instead, you need to get to the bottom of what McKinsey is looking for in candidates and start from there. Once you've built your case toolkit, it simply won't matter what case you will get. This applies to 1st round, which is generally “by the book” as well as final round, where Partners sometimes “shoot from the hip” a bit more.

If you like to learn more, feel free to get in touch. I used to be an interviewer at McKinsey and can help you with your preparation.

Answer 2

Hi there,

there is no pool of cases, each interviewer has its own cases and they mostly fall into the categories you can find on https://www.preplounge.com/en/bootcamp.php (Identify type of the case), hence once you are comfortable solving these types of cases, you will be able to crack in. What, however, I can say, market sizing is the most common case.

Good luck!

Lucie

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Answer 3

Hi there,

If you need help please feel free to PM me, I know 300+ real McKinsey case questions asked in 34 offices (no Glassdoor questions and not available anywhere else).

Best,

Francesco

Answer 4

Can you explain the type of conflicting information you are receiving?

McKinsey type of cases for generalist track are fairly well know - I am sure the coaches here should be able to make it clear for you how they are supposed to be.

Answer 5

Hi there,

I have a list of real life McKinsey case questions. Feel free to message :)