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Case Chart Analysis

BCG Case Interview Charts

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Gero

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Hi there, Great question and a very clear and concise answer: “May I ask questions”? Yes, definitely! Business terminology is not a prerequisite. Moreover, some charts (though rather rare) are even consciously created t ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Preparing for 2nd Round with Kearney in SE Asia

2nd round ATKearney Charts Difficulty Final Round Investment market entry Market sizing Partner Interview quantitative

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Hi there, I've supported a number of candidates with Kearney in the US (and successfully interviewed there myself!). I also have the questions they asked my candidate 2 weeks ago. Feel free to reach out. Kearney is best ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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MATH from scartch

case math Charts MBB case interview prep

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Paul

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I love helping candidates prepare for their dream job at McKinsey

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The first part of my answer deals with general Math prep. I talk about charts further down. Breakdown your math prep into two parts: Mental arithmetic: The actual crunching of numbers. There isn't anyway around this ot ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Charts / Exhibit Communications

Charts Charts reading How to Read Charts and Data in Case Interviews interpreting charts

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Hi, My advise is: First, understand the axis and elements of the chart - Before you jump into communicating initial observations about the chart, make sure you are reading it right (e.g. is axis sales or profit? does i ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How to interpret Waterfall charts?

Charts Charts reading How to Read Charts and Data in Case Interviews interpreting charts

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Not quite. The waterfall chart breaks down the difference between the left total bar and right total bar into it's drivers. Meaning: Margin deterioration decreased ROE by 1.8% between 2014 and 2015 Higher risk cos ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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To intro or not to intro, that is the question

chart Charts Charts reading

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Hi there, I'm going to go ahead and interpret your question. 1) Yes, you should repeat the case prompt back to the interviewer...but do so in your own words and only with the pieces of information that matter 2) Y ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Should you introduce the chart - even the simple stuff

Charts

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Hi there, I always recommend to read (or introduce as you called it) the chart before starting the analysis. This ensures you understand it fully and don’t miss any relevant part. I would recommend the following as ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Chart and Graph Reading

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A little late for this question, but thought I give it a shot, since I use charts in my cases often. What's the biggest mistake I see? Looking for patterns in values. To give an example: Let's say, I show a simple bar ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Best practice for communicating while analyzing charts?

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Hi Anonymous, theoretically they could both be fine, but option a. is safer as gives you time to be better organized. In general, you can proceed as follows. Ask for one minute of time to structure your thought ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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