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Stuck at Math/Quantitative and What to Calculate in Consulting Cases

BCG McKinsey and Bain consulting Framework frameworks mckinsey Math problem Math Skills Required in Case Interviews quantitative Quantitative skills
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Hi Anonymous, From what you described, it seems like you are having issues to determine the central question you are solving for.  If you agree, a best practice is to clarify the question / issue with the interviewer ea ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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An unusual quant qn from McKinsey

McKinsey quant quantitative
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Hi Odeh, As mentioned, there could be multiple ways to face this problem. A simple way would be to compare the outcome of two scenarios, one with the investment and one without and put them equal: Step 1: Calculate ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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What is the best way to improve quantitative skills?

Case Interview case partners New quantitative
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Hi, Quant skill is quite a broad definition. Let's split into the following: 1) Fast math - train, train and train again Learn how to multiply double digit numbers (google fast math tips) Learn the division ta ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Casebook with the best Math Part

case math casebook Casebooks Math problem PrepPlan quantitative
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Which consulting casebook has the best math/quantitative section in your opinion? I wanna do some focused math prepping by only doing the math part in a casebook. 
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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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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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Help! - How can I improve my math skills?

Math problem mental math quantitative
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Hi there, Q: My written math skills are ok but I have difficulties with mental math and basically feel not confident and secure in the quantitative field. How can I improve my skills? It is difficult to answer without a ... (ganze Antwort 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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Critical Thinking in Math Questions

Case Interview McKinsey & Company quantitative
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Hi there, Q: I failed to realize that storage costs apply to both options and made a mistake conceptually. How can I ensure that I do not make such mistakes when doing my math?  I would try to clarify first the exact re ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Question regarding quant part of a case

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Hi there, Since the margin is exactly 50% of the cost, it seems as though cost based pricing was applied. That's when all cost is added up together with the desired margin (in this case 50%) and pricing is then done in ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Division

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There a lot of tips and tricks that when it comes to quant calculations in case interviews. Specifically with respect to division , you can use distributive property . For example 96/8 can be translated to = (80/8) + (1 ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Can't wrap my head around the math's logic?

case study mathematical concepts McKinsey quantitative
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Hi There, Tough question! When I coach people with this problem, the approach I take is starting at the end and working backwards, not starting at the beginning and moving forward. For example: What are you trying to fi ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Method for analyzing graphs and tables

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Hi there, The method I would suggest for graph analysis is the following: 1. READ THE GRAPH Ask for 30 seconds to understand the graph Summarize the graph. Read in particular the graph title, the legend, and the footnot ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Could someone kindly recommend materials for getting better at quantitative problems?

qualitative analysis quant problems quantitative Quantitative skills
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Try the “crafting cases” analytical section in the free course, that should help. They have good resources on ways to create an equation out of non-quantitative prompts and how to tie the insights back into the case.
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I have a big issue in solving most Quantitative Questions

BCG I'm preparing to McK coming next week interview feedback Math problem Mock Case Help! quant problems quantitative
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Hi there, To be perfectly honest a coaching session would do you immense benefit. If you are practicing them and trying to learn and still can't figure it out, you likely need it explained/taught to you. That said, your ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Caculations / quant questions

Case Calculations Investment profitability quantitative ROI calculation
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Hi Rachel, Great question! Not sure if you are familiar with the GMAT, but the test has a quantitative section with questions that are quite similar to the quantitative questions in a Consulting Case Study.   I found ve ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Arthur D. Little Quantititative Test

ADL ADLittle Arthur D L Arthur D Little Arthur D Little Interviews Online Tests quantitative
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I was just invited to take Arthur D. Little´s quantitative online test and I haven't been able to find much information online. Furthermore, a friend of mine interviewed with them for the same office in Europe 2 months ... (ganze Frage lesen)
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Help on Question on ROI and Bond Maturity

Bain BCG Mck quantitative
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Well, you'll get 2 sources of income: The face value at maturity: The ROI is 4/96 (as Chen bought the bonds at $96, but sells them at $100 in 6 months) The interest payment: Chen gets 9% / 12 months * 6 months * $ ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Quant: Cost Question

Bain BCG Mck quantitative
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Actively preparing for McKinsey Final Round. Have gone through Bain final round. Shoot me a message if you want to prep a case!
Total Revenue = 356,000 Profit Margin = 32% Profit Margin = 32% = (Revenue - Cost)/Revenue = (356,000 - Cost)/356,000 Cost = $242,080 Taking account the upfront cost for the new stores, so $242,080 - $39,000 = ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Quantitative problem

Bain BCG Mck quantitative
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Hi, I have a hunch that you're the same person that has asked the 3 other quant questions! I think you're approaching this wrong (if I may). Rather than spamming the Q&A to get the answer, you need to learn th ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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