Hi,

I have some (free) resources available for you.

Reach out to me if you'd like to know more.

Best,

Antonello

Hey, unless you are going for a specific experienced hire role, generally they dont expect you to have detailed prior knowledge of an industry & function. The idea is to test your structured problem solving in unknown scenarios. So dont worry about it. While reading and getting a generic overview of industries is good, focus on getting comfortable with solving cases. Dont get biased if you come across a familiar industry but really focus on being 100% comfortable with your systematic approach to solve the case.

Hello!

TBH, I don´t fully agree. Once you know how to solve cases, you are able to solve them regardless of the industry. It´s the how, not the what.

Furthermore, cases are supposed to be fair. Hence, it does not make sense that someone with background in a particularl industry has advantage vs. someone without.

Best,

Clara

Hi there,

it makes sense that it's easier to think within the industry that you're familiar with. Ususally though, no industry knowledge is expected from you during the case part of the interview.

I actually think that practicing case solving and - what's most important - getting some feedback from more experienced people - can help you broaden your perspective and get accustomed to different industries.

I recently uploaded two new cases, maybe you'll find them useful:

Beginner level:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/admin/cases.php?action=preview&id=225

Intermediate level:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/admin/cases.php?action=preview&id=226

Hope it helps, don't hesitate to DM me if you have any questions.

Cheers,

GB

The point of cases is to be able to apply your structure across industries. However I definitely agree that prior knowledge can be a huge advantage especially as it builds confidence during the case. The quickest thing to do would be to read industry primers (for example I have written one on the pharma industry - https://www.preplounge.com/en/shop/guides-8/the-us-pharmaceutical-industry-an-in-depth-overview-57). Other than the other solutions such as reading business publications etc. can also be helpful.

You can usually find these online and it is helpful if you are struggling with 1 or 2 industries in particular and are concerned they might come up in an interview.

Best,

Udayan

(editiert)

Hi,

It is never expected to have an industry knowledge. However, you do expected to be able to initiate a discussion about a topic you are not familiar and ask the right questions.

Having said that, reading business publications, journals and talk with people in the relevant industry might help.

Best,
iman

Feel free to DM me and I can share some resources with frameworks to use across sectors