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Case study Powerpoint Interview

Casestudyinterview Final Round Powerpointpresentation preparation tips
Most recent answer on Mar 25, 2024
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Mar 25, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, First, good luck! I have 30+ REAL written cases AND 100+ killer powerpoint slides. I provide both to my candidates so feel free to reach out! What I generally do with my candidates is, give them a few real wri ... (read entire answer)
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EY UK Case Study Interview - What to expect?

Casestudyinterview EY
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022
The best answer (on Feb 13, 2021) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Feb 13, 2021
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Hi there, Given your comment below on Adi’s reply, it is going to be a written case/panel. The key areas you will have to cover to prepare for that interview are the following. 1. Learn how to define a plan ... (read entire answer)
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Structure drills

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Most recent answer on Apr 20, 2022
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Moritz
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ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Moritz
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gave the best answer on Apr 20, 2022
ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Hi there, Some good answers already so let me complement with an important distinction between frameworks, namely those organizing “areas of analyses” and other organizing “specific ideas”. Candidates very often get thi ... (read entire answer)
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Case Interview & Presentation Interview - Bayer

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Most recent answer on Apr 11, 2022
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Cristian
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gave the best answer on Apr 11, 2022
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Hi there,  Yes, I've prepped several candidates for IT / Data Science / Digital roles at firms where they require either written cases or case study & presentation (usually within a 2h window). Feel free to reach ou ... (read entire answer)
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EY UK (Supply chain & operations) Case Study Interview - What to expect?

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Most recent answer on Feb 23, 2022
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Feb 23, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Mohd, 1. Any ideas on what to expect and how to prepare? Yup! A written case. They will give you a bunch of data (normally in the form of charts + exhibits) with a question or series of questions. You need to process ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 23, 2022 on Feb 23, 2022
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Case interview at EY. Related material will be provided 48 hours before interview. Any experience? What to expect?

Big4 case study Casestudyinterview consulting Ernst & Young EY risk consulting
Most recent answer on May 11, 2021
The best answer (on May 11, 2021) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on May 11, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, First, good luck! This is very much a written case. I recommend the following: Remember that most casing tips apply here (i.e. be very clear+focused on the objective, ruthlessly cut out information ... (read entire answer)
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Could anyone advise on 2-3 weeks case study prep order of things for someone with no prior prep experience?

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Most recent answer on Feb 22, 2021
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Clara
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Clara
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gave the best answer on Feb 22, 2021
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! In any case it´s good news, it´s not so easy to get an interview at this point! You have 2 main workstreams ahead: 1. FIT INTERVIEW The "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently published in PrepLo ... (read entire answer)
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