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Case Math Prep

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Hi, Pls find below my list 1) Case math Practice common market sizing topics (Airport passenger flow, real estate volumes, subway passenger flows, car usage, etc.). You should become comfortable with making assump ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Math for case interviews

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Hi, I recommend downloading all casebooks available online and check the math problems. You'll have a good list. Here are some of them to keep in mind: Interest rates calculations Compound margin NPV using the ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Common math formulas

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Hi there, Some key formulas/concepts: Breakeven NPV (with + without growth, perpituity + 1-2 years from now) % Change ROI Margin Markup Inventory turnover Some other helpful Q&As: https://www. ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi, Here is a set of things you need to know: 1) Math and formulas: Interest rates calculations Compound margin NPV using the Rule of 72, Perpetuity CAGR using the Rule of 72 Currencies exchange calculat ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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New on PrepLounge: Consulting Math Workbook by Udayan

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Dear PrepLounge Community, We have something new to offer to you – the Consulting Math Workbook by Udayan! If you are scared of analytical questions in a case interview or if the idea of math intimidates you, then this guide is a great way for you to jump into the most common types of mathematical concepts that are tested as part of the consulting interview! This is the perfect product for you if you are looking for a workbook that: Focuses on the most important math concepts for consulting Gives detailed explanation on each concept with use cases Comes with many practice problems with deta ... (ganze Frage lesen)

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1st round interview and math mistakes

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Hi there, As you might imagine, it's very hard to tell, but based on the info provided, if you do pass, it's going to be a borderline pass. Don't imagine that you need to have a perfect performance in order to pass ma ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How to calculate NPV for a cost reduction

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Hi there, The value generated by an asset in perpetuity can be calculated with the perpetuity formula as follows: V=FCF/(r-g) Where V = Value of the asset FCF = Free cash flow r= Discount rate g= Growth rate of FCF The ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Got an invite for in-person (now zoom only) LEK numerical reasoning test - already passed the Applied

LEK LEK Consulting Logic London Londonoffice math numerical reasoning test

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Hello! GMAT & the similar tests (like this one you are referring to with LEK), unfortunately only gets better with practicing. Good news is that there are many ways of doing so! There are free exams in the inte ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Math: word problems exercises

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Hi, Something that helped my candidates - download ALL casebooks available online and go through the math problems in the cases. They will give a good sense of required business terminology. Then you can google what y ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How fast do I need to do math in a case interview?

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First off, huge congratulations on your upcoming interview! To answer your question direct: accuracy trumps speed: I've never said no to a candidate who ticked off all other boxes, but was slow with maths. But I have ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Best resources for math improvement? (for a complete number novice!)

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Hi, Basically, you need to develop 3 calculation skills: 1) Learn how to multiply double-digit numbers (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ndkkPZYJHo). 2) Learn how to work with zeros. Best way - always use 10^power ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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London MBB (+ OC&C, LEK, RB etc) Math Tests

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My understanding is you should not have to worry about geometry and trig. Much more important are equations/math that have to do with key business terms incl breakeven, margins, ROI, NPV, etc. etc. In general, the bes ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Mental math - division

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Hi, Simply learn the division table up to 1/11 (i.e. 5/6 = 83.3%). It will help you calculate any percentage problems. For example, if your market is $620M and your revenues are $51M you can use 5/6 as a proxy to calc ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Effective math tool

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Hi, Any of these tools are good: Preplounge Mental Math, V. Cheng, Mimir Math. It's more about the skills. I recommend to concentrate on the following: 1) Learn how to multiply double digit numbers (https://www.yo ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi coaches, could you plz provide some advise for improving mental calculations?

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Hello! The best is to practice, practice, practice! I could recommend you to start with: 1. GMAT exams: that can be found for free in the internet (GMAT prep with The Economist, London Business School free trial, e ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Tips for optimizing preparation for MBB

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Hi! Here are my 5 tips: 1) Practice mental calculation daily (percentages, decimal places, large numbers, arithmetic) – even though it's not the most important part of the interview and it's allowed to make mistakes ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Mental math app for practising fractions/percentages

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Hello Richard, Thanks for sharing! Actually I have many candidates that struggle with mental math, I will take a look to your app. Best, Luca

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What are some ways you can improve guiding the interviewer through the math portion of a case

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Hello! This is indeed a great point to flag, since it´s one of the things that got more complicated with the online version of the loops. Indeed, "guiding your interviewer through your toughts" is always a classic ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How can I best prepare for my PST within two weeks?

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Hi Anonymous, as general practice for the PST, I would recommend the following approach: Try to find at least 5-6 practice cases online. There are several available for free, if needed you can purchase additional ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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