Learn the Theory in the Case Interview Basics

Learn the case interview basics, practice with 200+ cases, and benefit from extensive test materials, and interactive self-study tools.

Topic Overview

Getting Started

General Info

How are case interviews structured? Why are they used in consulting recruitment? Find all the information here.

Why Are Case Interviews Used in Consulting?

The Case Interview Format

The Personal Fit Interview

Key Questions in the Personal Fit Interview

Interviewer- vs. Candidate-Led Cases

The STAR Method

Consulting Skills

Discover the key skills you need for a successful consulting interview and how to improve them.

Skills Tested in a Case Interview

Note-taking in Case Interviews

Charts and Data in Case Interviews

Case Leadership

Stating the Recommendation

Creativity

Business Sense

Presentation and Communication

General Knowledge

Prepping for Your Case Interview

Learn how to prepare for your case interview in a structured and efficient way, and maximize your chances of success.

Preparation Plan

Self Study

Practice With Peers

Practice with Coaches

Types of Cases

Learn all about the different types of cases in consulting interviews and how to be well-prepared for every challenge.

Market Sizing

Market Entry

Brainteaser

Growth Strategy

M&A Cases

Pricing

Competitive Response

Valuation Cases

Profitability Cases

Structuring

Introduction: Case Interview Structure

Understand why a clear structure is crucial in case interviews and how it helps you solve complex cases efficiently.

Approaching a Case

How to Build a Good Structure

How to Communicate Your Structure

How to Practice Structure

Frameworks

Discover proven frameworks that help you approach cases in a structured way and systematically reach a convincing solution.

Issue Tree

MECE Principle

Porter's Five Forces

Pyramid Principle

4C Framework

4P Framework

2x2 Matrices and the BCG Matrix

SWOT Analysis

7S-Framework of McKinsey

The Value Chain

The PESTEL Analysis for Consulting

The Scrum Framework

Math in Case Interviews

Introduction: Case Interview Math

Learn about the most common mathematical requirements in case interviews and how to handle them confidently and efficiently.

Why Math Matters

Fast Math

How to Practice Math Skills

Important Calculations

Discover the key calculations needed in case interviews and how to apply them quickly and accurately to impress.

ROI and ROAS

Break-Even Analysis

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Fixed & Variable Costs

Opportunity Costs

Net Present Value - NPV

Balance Sheet

Supply and Demand

CAGR - Compound Annual Growth Rate

Business Concepts

Useful Business Analysis Tools

Our collection of business analysis tools contains the most important frameworks for case analysis. Learn more in our Case Interview Basics.

ABC Analysis

Pareto Principle

Product Life Cycle

Benchmarking

Core Competencies

The 5 Cs of Credit

The Business Model Canvas

The Balanced Scorecard

The Cynefin Framework

Kotter Change Management Model

The Capability Maturity Model (CMM)

The Competing Values Framework

SMART Goals in Consulting

Public Value Strategic Triangle

GROW Model

Hoshin Kanri Matrix

The Stacey Matrix

The Influence Model

ADKAR Model

McKinsey Growth Pyramid

Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis

Correlation and Causality

Common Terms of Business

Learn everything you need to know about the common terms of business in your case interview. Our Case Interview Basics prepare you to crack the case.

Economy of Scale and Economy of Scope

The Tuckman Model

The Kanban Framework

The Blue Ocean Strategy

Lean Management

Servant Leadership

Peter Principle

Emotional Intelligence

Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)

DevOps

Five Dysfunctions of a Team

Kolb's Learning Circle

Interpersonal Communication

Six Sigma

The Role of the Hypothesis in Consulting

The Roots and Effects of Inflation

Learning Organization

Theory of Planned Behavior

Situational Leadership

Theory of Constraints

Herzbergs 2-Factor Theory

Income Statement

Cash Flow Statement

Design Thinking

Capability-Based Planning

Unique Value Proposition (UVP)

Our Case Interview Basics will teach you everything you need to know about case interviews.