Does anyone have any resources for structured case interviews? I haven't really been able to find any resources.
Hello Chiebuka!
If with resources you mean the different steps to the preparation, there is a lot of information in this Q&A. It does not need to be Strategy& specific, since the process is very similar among consulting firms -hence, the preparation is pretty standard-.
Furthremore, most candidates prepare/interview for more than one of these firms, hence the approach is very "holistic", with some tailoring precisely in the fit part.
You have 2 main workstreams ahead:
1. FIT INTERVIEW
The "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently published in PrepLounge´s shop (https://www.preplounge.com/en/shop/tests-2/integrated-fit-guide-for-mbb-34)
It provides an end-to-end preparation for all three MBB interviews, tackling each firms particularities and combining key concepts review and a hands-on methodology. Following the book, the candidate will prepare his/her stories by practicing with over 50 real questions and leveraging special frameworks and worksheets that guide step-by-step, developed by the author and her experience as a Master in Management professor and coach. Finally, as further guidance, the guide encompasses over 20 examples from real candidates.
You can see plenty of reviews from candidates who purchased it already.
Furthermore, you can find 3 free cases in the PrepL case regarding FIT preparation:
Intro and CV questions > https://www.preplounge.com/en/management-consulting-cases/fit-interview/intermediate/introduction-and-cv-questions-fit-interview-preparation-200
Motivational questions > https://www.preplounge.com/en/management-consulting-cases/fit-interview/intermediate/motivational-questions-fit-interview-preparation-201
Behavioural questions (ENTREPRENEURIAL DRIVE) >https://www.preplounge.com/en/management-consulting-cases/fit-interview/intermediate/behavioral-questions-entrepreneurial-drive-fit-interview-preparation-211
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2. BUSINESS CASE
You need to get hands on asap:
1. Practice cases with partners asap, as many as you can do.Find experienced partners who can provide a good feedback
2. Practice your math skills, both in your cases and with ad hoc exercisess, such as:
1. Multiplying double digit numbers (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ndkkPZYJHo
2. Leveraging math tools (Mimir math for iOS), Math tool on Viktor Cheng website to practice
3. Ensure you have a good overview of the most common case types:
1. Profitability cases- basic profitability framework.
2. Idea generation cases: for any specif issue
3. Growth cases: market penetration, new product launch, product mix change, etc.
4. Pricing cases
5. M&A cases
6. Valuation cases
7. Value chain cases
You can also consider working with a coach to foster speed and ensure you have a tailored plan to be very targeted. PM me interested!
Hope it helps!
Cheers,
Clara
Hi Chiebuka,
Just to clarify: what type of resources would you exactly be looking for?
Cheers,
Pascal
Hi Chiebuka,
Have a look at following threads for material on Strategy& Assessment:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/strategy-london-assessment-centre-5347
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/strategy-interview-2772
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/final-round-strategy-london-2938
Hello Chiebuka!
You can practice profitability or market entry cases for a start, and PrepLounge's Case library is a great help here.
Hope it helps.
GB
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