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Consulting related research (draft PhD research proposal 4.0)

consulting phd Problem Solving

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The proposed theoretical comparison of different Problem Solving Methods (PSM) is well-structured and comprehensive. It addresses key components such as defining business problems (BP), types of BPs, understanding PSMs, ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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The proposed research aims to explore and articulate the similarities and differences between business problem-solving methodologies and scientific (academic) methodologies. This is a valid and potentially insightful re ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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PhD research proposal draft development 3.0

business school phd Problem Solving Research

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I like your perseverance. My main issue with your research question is that it is too exploratory and too wide. ‘Boundaries, overlaps, limitations and opportunities’ are already 4 categories of content that are enormo ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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I get a feeling you are over thinking this. Feel free to send me a direct message and I will be happy to put you in touch with people who I have successfully placed in EY (London). For the purposes of the EY case, consi ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi there, I'm really sorry, but I really don't understand what you're after here. Your Question #1: We can't answer this for you…this is what creating a thesis is about…YOU have to work through this For Question #2: I s ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi, First of all - try to get on the project. There is nothing worse than sitting on the beach with no skills Secondly - please practice on your own I would concentrate on getting the right financial modeling skil ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Training problem-solving skills for McKinsey PSG

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Hi there, Your confidence might be the biggest issue. It doesn't help to think little of your own skills because it can turn into a self-fulfilling prophecy. I also have a poli-sci background and actually some of the ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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What are some of your most favourite heuristics for solving business problems?

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Hi there, I'm a big fan of the idea that there are no shortcuts. Or at least that the best shortcuts one ends up using are ones that they discover on their own, that are specific to them. Still, I get your point. From ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Is design thinking important in consulting interviews?

McKinsey McKinsey & Company Problem Solving

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Hi there, Good thinking and cool book you mentioned; definitely helps with tackling problems on a grander scale. However, rest assured that in case interviews - and specifically for McKinsey, you already start with a we ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How to improve problem solving / structuring on the job?

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My first suggestion is to hire a coach. Beyond that, and just to be 80/20, let me give you just one suggestion: train yourself to identify the objective of the case, then identify 3-5 key drivers, and then focus on just ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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What does Outside-In mean?

Problem Solving

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Hey there, Usually, this means looking into a company or a situation without insider information or data. What I often did at McKinsey is to look at competitors and compare their financials to the client's financials. ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Case challenges

approaching a case Bain & Company BCG Case Interview Problem Solving

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Hello, To answer the first part of your question, it really depends. Francesco has pointed out some of the more common pitfalls, but it will always depend on the candidate and the case. Understand where the biggest diff ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Pepp up problem solving skills

Problem Solving

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Hi Andrej, "As any student who is applying for consultancy" is a vague term...considering most people applying for MBB etc. prepare wrong :) In general, yes, if you want to improve your skills here you should prepar ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Problem solving skills

Math problem Problem Solving quant problems Word problems

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I don't think verbal GMAT questions would be a good way of practicing problem solving. I would rather suggest to (a) read business literature like the Economist or the FT to build general business judgement, and (b) you ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How to improve my approach to math problems?

Math problem Problem Solving quant problems

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Hi Floyd! when approaching the quant part of a case, it is important to think of it as a "mini case", as the approach would be exactly the same: Take some time at the beginning to structure the problem. Define the ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Do I lack problem solving skills? Which prt of problem solving do I suck at?

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Probably at asking the questions in a right way

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brainpower combatcovid community Coronavirus covid19 Problem Solving

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Dear PrepLounge Community, We are deeply saddened by the global number of human casualties due to the coronavirus that has doubled within the last week since we posted the previous thread. We hope that all of you are safe and continue to take care of yourselves and others. On the positive side, we are overwhelmed by your contributions to #combatcovid so far! Great to see how the PrepLounge community spirit is uniting candidates, coaches as well as consulting firm representatives to create some value during this global crisis. We have summarized the main problem areas that you have ide ... (ganze Frage lesen)

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EDIT: We have now opened a new thread for the second step of the #combatcovid challenge and find solutions for the problems arising from this global health crisis. Dear PrepLounge community, dear PrepLounge experts, First of all, we hope that you are well and healthy during this global health crisis the world is experiencing right now. On PrepLounge, we and most of our community are no doctors, nurses or cashiers who must risk their health for each and every one of us every day. Most of us are management consultants now in their home offices or university students doing online courses. ... (ganze Frage lesen)

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Transition from identifying root cause to implementing solution

Baringa Partners Government Presentation Case Problem Solving Public Sector

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Dear anonymous, The focus of the case can vary a lot depending on the case. Generally speaking you should go through the following steps: Identify root causes Find a solution Assess feasibility of solution (wi ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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