Hi Everyone,
I recently passed the first round for a Big 4 Tech Consulting job and have been given confirmation of going to the next round. This round has been described as about 2hrs for a written case which will also require looking over an excel and providing a powerpoint presentation at the end. Does anyone have experiences with a case in this format or examples that I would be able to use as this is a first for me. Information would be very helpful and appreciated. Thanks!
Hi James,
First, good luck!
I recommend the following:
I have a number of written case I'd be more than happy to share with you! What I generally do with my candidates is, give them a written case x hours before our scheduled session (adjust # of hours based on the specific interview they're going to have), and then review their work during the session (as well as talk through tips+tricks to get better).
Other helpful Q&As
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/scenario-interview-presentation-prep-9325
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/how-to-practice-written-case-interviews-9199
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/case-interview-9228
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/how-to-practice-written-case-interviews-9199
Hi James,
Well done on progressing!
Did they say its 1hour of prep time and then 1 hour of presentation & Q&A?
Regardless, am very familiar with BIG4 written case process so happy to help you. Feel free to send me a direct message.
If you are looking for some tips to get started with written case, check out this Q&A: https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/written-case-interview-prep-9412
Hi James,
Congrats on getting this far in the process! You are almost there.
If I were you, I'd basically try to replicate the interview format as closely as possible by doing the following:
I can help with a few PST example I purchased when I was preparing for the PST myself and advice on how to structure the powerpoint. I'd say the latter might be the most important at this point because they already validated you analytical skills and now probably want to understand more about your ability to communicate effectively to a senior audience.
Hi!
There are very useful resources on written cases here on PrepLounge.
I also recommend practicing with the BCG Potential Test and the McKinsey PST Test, which you can find online for free.
Also, have a look at the basic command on Excel and try to structure your PPT as a storyline to communicate effectively your insights and recommendations.
Hope this helps.
Best,
Anto
Hi James,
For these types of exercises consulting firms frequently use university style business cases. Often a marketing case, or something related to optimization (that is not too technical).
So you have to read the case, analyze the data and prepare a presentation.
I have a few but can't share as this is restricted use material.
