Schedule mock interviews on the Meeting Board, join the latest community discussions in our Consulting Q&A and find like-minded Interview Partners to connect and practice with!
Back to overview

LOMS Program

Hi there.

I've gone through the comments on PrepLounge regarding Victor Cheng's LOMS Programs, and some advised that it would be a great source for practice while some recommended not to follow how the candidates structured their answers in the videos. Would it be worth it to invest in the LOMS Program? 

Thank you.

5
2.8k
26
Be the first to answer!
Nobody has responded to this question yet.
Top answer
Clara
Coach
on Mar 22, 2021
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello!

My personal opinion is that is a good material, particularly for starting in this universe -and, out of the one he offers, the one I like most-. 

This said, there is no right and wrong, it really depends on the person and the larning style preferred.

What is true is that these materials are more "standarized", and won´t let you see your individual mistake pattern -while working with a coach or in group lessons would do this-. 

Hope it helps!

Cheers, 

Clara

Denis
Coach
on Mar 21, 2021
Goldman Sachs Investment Banker NYC | Ex-Bain 5 yrs| MBA Chicago Booth | Passed > 13 MBB > 20 IB interviews

I like Cheng because he shows ppl how to "flow" within content frameworks using a hypothesis and data-driven appriach.

Is Cheng enough to get you into MBB anyhow (i.e. consistently outperform in cases) - NO

He provides very good fundamentals, but still fundamentals. Hence, if in doubt, just go through LOMS, will be limited in time required, upside may be huge. If not, go ahead and immediately focus in the next step in your prep to tackle.

Best,

Denis

Florian
Coach
on Mar 22, 2021
1400 5-star reviews across platforms | 600+ offers | Highest-rated case book on Amazon | Uni lecturer in US, Asia, EU

Hey there,

Having used the program myself years ago and having seen recruiting evolve from inside McKinsey, building my own platform and products in the space, I tend to say no. VC was at McKinsey before 2000 and all his insights are based on this experience.

He is definitely the OG of case interview prep (all credit to him), but has long moved on to other things and has not updated any of the content in a way that reflects the current recruiting and case interview process properly. 

I'd argue one or two coaching sessions with an experienced and respected coach with a proven track record will give you much more bang for the buck as an audio program that was conceptualized almost 20 years ago.

Cheers,

Florian

Ian
Coach
on Mar 21, 2021
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

Ultimately, your decision. That style works for some and not for others.

As a coach, I never say "You have to do x". There is not one-size-fits-all approach to anything in this world! For example, just because I love Tesla cars (it's an example, I don't), doesn't mean that I should say "everyone must own one"

You need to pick the course that works for you. Search around, research, and figure out which look like the best fit! Same goes for hiring coaches!

Gaurav
Coach
on Mar 24, 2021
#1 MBB Coach(Placed 750+ in MBBs & 1250+ in Tier2)| The Only 360° coach(Ex-McKinsey+Certified Coach+Active recruiter)

Hello there!

The material by itself is quite useful and good, the style of learning process depends on your preferences. 

Also, as Dennis fairly mentioned, there are only specific basics, which are not enough to enter MBB. So, if you want to invest only once in the study materials - this probably will not be a good option. 

If you have any other doubts and questions - feel free to reach out, 

GB

Similar Questions
Consulting
How should I explain a change in course at university? Will it be asked of me?
on Apr 14, 2025
Global
10
3.6k
Top answer by
Alessa
Coach
xMcKinsey & Company | xBCG | +200 individual & group coachings | feel free to schedule a 15 min intro call for free
81
10 Answers
3.6k Views
+7
Consulting
Just did the Mckinsey Solve Game (January 2025) - got some questions/insights
on Apr 24, 2025
Global
5
3.7k
Top answer by
Hagen
Coach
#1 recommended coach | >95% success rate | 8+ years consulting, 8+ years coaching and 7+ years interviewing experience
41
5 Answers
3.7k Views
+2
Consulting
Want IAPP AIGP (Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional) Exam sample Questions
on Apr 14, 2025
Global
4
2.5k
Top answer by
Hagen
Coach
#1 recommended coach | >95% success rate | 8+ years consulting, 8+ years coaching and 7+ years interviewing experience
56
4 Answers
2.5k Views
+1
How likely are you to recommend us to a friend or fellow student?
0 = Not likely
10 = Very likely
Thanks for your feedback! Your opinion helps us make PrepLounge even better.