Hi There,
you should aim for an holistic preparation and study plan based on the timeline you have in mind between now and hypothetic 1st round interview.
Many coaches on the platform (including me) can offer this to you.
Happy to deep dive on specific topics, but the conceputal building blocks to me are
1) “Top of funnel optimization”: maximize number of interviews vs. applications
Strategy varies drastically between e.g. MBA students in Target MBA program for MBB / undergrad but in general I would say
→ Informed selection of target firms / geos /offices
→ Perfect CV and Cover Letter checking w/ experts for every firm
→ Use network (school or build one through e.g. linkedin) to have “referrals” or “warm introductions” to target firms/geos/offices
2a) Build the Case Hard Skills
You can find detailed info in most coaches profiles about programs to do this ( which include chart interpretations and math skills).
In general my advice would be to split
→ In early phase (2-3 weeks) 70% self-study on the basics hopefully guided by a coach
→ Then 60-70% practice w/ peers and 30% “self-study” on any topic (including math)
On math and chart interpretation specifically, you can find specific resoruces here on the platform for self-study which are very good both for Math and chart interpretation. Feel free to DM me for more details
2b) Prepare FIT interview
→ My advice is to start deep-diving at midpoint btw. start of preparation and interview. Most applicants overlook this but this has a considerable weight in decision to progress beyond 1st stage, especially when applicant pool is competitive (read good CV and good at casing)
→ Self-reflection, Story-Matrix, and deep-dive on WHY consulting, WHY firm and your USP are the must
3) Prepare for “first 3 months” success on the job
Even here I would urge to talk with ex-senior MBB people in this platform to get a bit guided here. Can make a difference on how hard the ramp-up is for you, in the happy event of you accepting a job offer.
Hope this helps