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PwC Middle East EDGE (Deals Graduate - Transaction Services)

Hey everyone,

 

I have a business unit interview coming up soon, this will also entail a case study section. My business unit is transaction services, was wondering if anyone can help shed some light on how to prepare for this as effectively as possible. Thank you in advance.

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on Feb 22, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, 

I had one candidate who applied for the exact same division within ME, and the cases he received were all from within PE, M&A, and transactions area. 

I wouldn't take it as a given, though. Please reach out to the recruiter to see if you can also expect only cases from within this area or others as well. Knowing this can help you be more tailored with your prep. 

One thing that might help regardless is this overview of the most common terms and formulas that show up during interviews:

Best,
Cristian

Ian
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on Feb 23, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi there,

If you're able to train yourself in solving ANY case type then you should do just fine here.

My advice is to focus first on the fundamentals of casing, and then (and only then) focus in on Deals/Transaction Services).

Be more prepared for DD/PIPE/Deals/Transactions but also don't go in expecting that to be what happens (stay flexible/adaptable)

Here's some more reading to help:

The Most Common Pitfalls in Case Interview Preparation
 

Dos and Don'ts in a Case Interview
 

How to Shift Your Mindset to Ace the Case
 

Candidate-Led Cases: What to Expect With Example Cases

on Feb 24, 2024
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi,

I would clarify with the recruiter what the specific interview format will be, and ask for a few example questions.

If it lands in the deals type - e.g. M&A, PMI → happy to help as I used to work BCG's PIPE practice.

Pedro
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on Feb 28, 2024
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Private Equity | Market Estimates | Fit Interview

Is that a strategy role? If so, it is just a regular case interview, most likely with the case being in the context of a transaction. 

Preparing for topics such as market sizing, performance optimization and synergies evaluation would be my priority.

Nikita
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on Feb 29, 2024
MBB & Tier2 preparation | 100+ offers | 7 years coaching | 2000+ sessions

Hey,

Probably the case will focus on the specific area related to Deals / Transactions and will not resemble a typical management consulting interview.

Check with HR and other applicants before the case if you can.

Good luck!
Nick

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