Video Interview Setup

Hi there,

In most Tier-2 and MBB first-round interviews, you’ll be on a standard Zoom or Teams call with one interviewer. They’ll present the case verbally and/or share exhibits on screen. Typically, there’s only one camera (your laptop), and they rely on professional conduct rather than active “anti-cheating” measures — but they will expect you to keep your camera on and stay engaged throughout.

Cheers,
Kevin

Hi there,

For first-round video interviews at Tier 2 and MBB, the setup is usually straightforward:

• Platform – Most firms use Zoom, MS Teams, or Webex
• Format – One interviewer (consultant/manager) runs the case and behavioral part, sometimes with a recruiter joining briefly at the start or end
• Exhibits – They share screens or send PDFs during the interview, and you’re expected to walk through them verbally (occasionally they’ll give you a copy in advance, but not always)
• Interaction – It’s fully two-way, so you ask clarifying questions, structure your approach, and talk through math out loud just like in-person
• Camera setup – Only your laptop/desktop camera is needed
• Cheating concerns – They mitigate this by:
  • Watching your problem-solving process live (if you suddenly “jump to” an answer, it looks suspicious)
  • Giving time-pressured math and asking you to walk through steps verbally
  • Using personalized follow-ups so you can’t rely on notes/scripts

They’re really testing how you think and communicate in real time, which is almost impossible to fake, so the setup is less about catching cheating and more about replicating the in-person experience.

Best,
Evelina

Yes, it's pretty much the way you describe it. 

How do they make sure you won't cheat? Honestly, I'm not quite sure how you would. Then it's also a question of why would you? 

A seasoned interviewer typically gets a quick sense of somebody, and they can tell if there's any funny business involved. 

Best,
Cristian