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New to Consulting and Case interviews

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Most recent answer on Oct 17, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 16, 2023) is from:
Raj
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As a seasoned strategy consultant, I can provide you with some valuable resources and guidance to help you prepare for case interviews effectively. Here are a few recommendations: Books: In addition to "Hacking the Case ... (read entire answer)
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Difference between a structure and a framework

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Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 21, 2017) is from:
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Ex-Bain & Company Case Team Leader * Placed 40+ MBB candidates as Partner in Europe's leading top-tier Consulting recruiting firm
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gave the best answer on Jan 21, 2017
Ex-Bain & Company Case Team Leader * Placed 40+ MBB candidates as Partner in Europe's leading top-tier Consulting recruiting firm
They're often used interchangeably in the real world, but they tend to have more specific meanings when it comes to case studies: A structure is the logic and approach by which you crack your problem. As every probl ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 30, 2022 on Aug 30, 2022
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Urgent: New to consulting - 2nd interview next week

2nd Round approaching a case beginner Case Interview Important & Urgent
Most recent answer on Mar 01, 2022
The best answer (on Feb 24, 2022) is from:
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Feb 24, 2022
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Hi there, If you don’t feel ready, don’t try to push a crazy amount of preparation in one week. Instead, if possible reschedule the interview.  This is fine for most firms. They don’t have reasons to interview you if yo ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 01, 2022 on Mar 01, 2022
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What is an issue tree and how do I use it effectively?

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Most recent answer on Mar 19, 2021
The best answer (on Mar 21, 2021) is from:
Raj
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gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2021
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An issue tree is a way to structure a problem in order to prove / disprove hypotheses that can diagnose the problem. It allows you to: Break the problem-solving process into phases Ensures systematic coverage of ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 19, 2021 on Mar 19, 2021
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Hi Everyone, I just joined this platform and i would appreciate some advice on how i can navigate this platform.

BCG beginner Case Interview needhelp
Most recent answer on Sep 15, 2020
The best answer (on Sep 14, 2020) is from:
Ian
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gave the best answer on Sep 14, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Tifeoluwani, Welcome to the platform and welcome to the recruiting journey! First, leverage the case partner search here to case with other people: https://www.preplounge.com/en/case-interview-partner.php ----- ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 15, 2020 on Sep 15, 2020
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Case in point vs Case interview secrets(Victor Cheng)

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Most recent answer on Sep 01, 2020
The best answer (on Feb 29, 2020) is from:
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gave the best answer on Feb 29, 2020
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Hello, I would suggest Case in point. Victor Cheng could add value but could also be a bit confusin if you start from scratch with that. Go for the Cosentino's book and then have a look to Case interviews secrets betw ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 01, 2020 on Sep 01, 2020
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How much time did it take for you from starting the prep to receiving an offer/starting the job?

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Most recent answer on Aug 14, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 15, 2017
Hi, Great question, I think for some this is the beginning of interview preparation and it's good to know how to organize yourself in order to be in a good position during interview season. I'll answer these questions ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 14, 2020 on Aug 14, 2020
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Got into MBB, have some time before start. Next steps?

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Most recent answer on Jun 11, 2020
The best answer (on Jan 22, 2018) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Jan 22, 2018
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Hi, The most important thing you need to understand is that consulting is a client business and client is always first. Here is my subjective view of what's needed to succeed on different levels of hierarchy. Pls take ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 11, 2020 on Jun 11, 2020
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Tips on how to approach interview prep for a lawyer

Bain & Company BCG beginner Case Interview law grad McKinsey prep strategy&
Most recent answer on Mar 02, 2020
The best answer (on Sep 08, 2017) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Sep 08, 2017
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Hi Geunhak, I agree with Hugo, for most non conventional backgrounds (everything different from business/engineering with some years of experience, not coming right after an MBA), the main question mark for the interv ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 02, 2020 on Mar 02, 2020
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