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business analyst business case business situation FMCG How to prepare Business Case presentation
New answer on May 31, 2020
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Anonymous A asked on Mar 30, 2020

Hello,

I will get a digital interview in FMCG company that will ask to solve about real-world problem using FMCG scenarios.

The inverview will be split into 2 components, which consists of

  • 3 short hypothetical questions,
  • Business case.

**I need to record a VDO to complete it within 3 days after question is sent.

Do you have

  1. any tips about presentation in recorded VDO to attract interviewers,
  2. any examples of FMCG business cases?

Thank you in advance.

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Clara
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Hello!

Since you ask for examples, look for material from the McKinsey Global Institute on Youtube, it´s fantastic!

Cheers,

Clara

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Antonello
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I confirm it's crucial to show a top-down communication, by giving particular emphasis on the solution you propose and the supporting arguments behind your conclusion

Best,
Antonello

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Anonymous replied on May 31, 2020

Dear A,

I have both VDO and FMSG cases materials and I'm happy to help you to solve it.

Feel free to reach out.
Best,

André

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