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Strategy & operation case study

growth strategy pricing strategy
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
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Ian
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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
Great prompt for a coaching session! Really hard to give a strong answer here.
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Banking strategy case

Banking Deals Strategy growth strategy
Most recent answer on Nov 11, 2023
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Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Nov 11, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi! Sharing two of my banking cases here that are more focused on digital topics (in line with what current cases are about as well). Hope you find them helpful: https://www.preplounge.com/en/management-consulting-cases ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 11, 2023 on Nov 11, 2023
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What's the best way to structure a revenue growth case?

Case case study Framework growth growth strategy issue tree Revenue analysis revenues Structure
Most recent answer on Nov 10, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 16, 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 Feb 16, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi! It depends very much on the industry. In some cases (Growth strategy) I will use a broad structure, in others (e.g. “how to increase the excessive luggage revenues for an Airline”) I will use P, Q and the Process. ... (read entire answer)
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Bain Offer Urgent Inquiry

Bain & Company consulting growth strategy MBB offer
Most recent answer on Jul 28, 2023
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Udayan
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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
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gave the best answer on Jul 28, 2023
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
My advice is try and be more long term in your thinking. One thing people don't realize is that in consulting your salaries go up by a lot every year and more or less evens out across MBB. More importantly, as and when ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 28, 2023 on Jul 28, 2023
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I want to upgrade my career in consulting. Advice?

career advice growth strategy MBB
Most recent answer on Jun 20, 2023
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Benjamin
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
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gave the best answer on Jun 19, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Firstly - to answer your question, as others have and will mention, apply to MBB. Not just for the strategic exposure but also for exit opportunities. Secondly, i'll share a couple of thoughts to add some nuance to ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 20, 2023 on Jun 20, 2023
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Roland Berger - Final Round

Bain & Company Case Interview consulting growth strategy management consulting market entry McKinsey & Company Roland Berger RolandBerger The Boston Consulting Group
Most recent answer on Apr 15, 2023
The best answer (on Apr 12, 2023) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Apr 12, 2023
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Hi Abhinav, Q: It would be very helpful to understand if anyone can highlight any vital aspects that I can consider before appearing for this final round. In general, in a final round the interviewers may: Spend more ti ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 15, 2023 on Apr 15, 2023
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Moving to MBB

career progression consulting growth strategy MBB Top tier
Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2023
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Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: What factors to consider or any roadmap to do so? Starting with the invitation, if you want to be invited for interviews with MBB you should work on 3 things: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 21, 2023 on Mar 21, 2023
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Consulting

consulting growth strategy management consulting
Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 27, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
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gave the best answer on Feb 27, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, A very broad question, so here's a few general pointers: Consulting firms don't just hire people with ‘consulting experience’ A strong application (CV & cover letter) and a strong referral are the most effective ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 28, 2023 on Feb 28, 2023
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Profitability Case - Analysis of market and some company aspects before profitability issue tree?

growth strategy profitability
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 22, 2022) 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 Aug 22, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I'm sorry but you're not quite MECE (though off to a good start).  When you have a profitability bucket, that implies that you can't look at profitability at all in your other buckets! GENERAL PROFITABILITY AP ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 30, 2022 on Aug 30, 2022
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Case Question - What are the drivers for the accomodation market?

growth strategy Market analysis Market sizing
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 21, 2022) is from:
Emily
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Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad
Emily
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gave the best answer on Aug 21, 2022
Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad
I love questions like this! Consulting companies are trying to make cases which don't fit traditional structures more and more as they want to see how you think, not whether you can remember a framework. When you're fac ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 30, 2022 on Aug 30, 2022
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Growth Strategies in Structure

growth growth strategy Structure
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 08, 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 Oct 08, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, It depends on when the revenue growth question is being asked: In the beginning of the case as the main objective In the middle of the case as a question on creativity In the beginning of the case I would ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 30, 2022 on Aug 30, 2022
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Facebook/Meta - Decreasing sales in EU

Bain & Company BCG McKinsey and Bain brainstorming questions case interview practice with consultants consulting facebook growth strategy McKinsey & Company Revenue analysis The Boston Consulting Group
Most recent answer on Aug 07, 2022
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Ashwin
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Ex Consulting Director | Bain and company , Deloitte| INSEAD
Ashwin
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gave the best answer on Aug 07, 2022
Ex Consulting Director | Bain and company , Deloitte| INSEAD
Hey there ,  Good structure to identify revenue growth opportunities and it is MECE , great work.    This structure is excellent if the problem had just been - identify revenue growth opportunities.  However, the proble ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 07, 2022 on Aug 07, 2022
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Monitor Deloitte vs Simon Kutcher (London)

growth strategy Monitor Deloitte Simon-Kucher
Most recent answer on Jul 01, 2022
The best answer (on Jun 30, 2022) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
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gave the best answer on Jun 30, 2022
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
If you are going by those superficial factors, Monitor D is a better option given its size, scale and Deloitte branding. But this not the way to approach decisions between two firms. Based on your interview experience a ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 01, 2022 on Jul 01, 2022
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What is the difference between a market entry case and growth strategy case?

growth strategy market entry
Most recent answer on Jun 23, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 19, 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 Aug 19, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Growth I can grow in the following ways: 1) Grow my existing business 2) Launch new products (in my current market) 3) Launch the same products in new markets 4) Launch new products in new markets (ill-advised ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 23, 2022 on Jun 23, 2022
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Growth strategy case - how to "quantify" the growth initiative impact?

growth strategy
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2022
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2022) is from:
Pedro
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Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
Pedro
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gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2022
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
"should I directly assume that the productivity per sales can stay the same as the existing sales force"No, you should never assume. You should consider “what are the criteria for that to be true” and then confirm it wi ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 17, 2022 on Mar 17, 2022
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Growth case - how to structure "baselining" in framework?

growth strategy
Most recent answer on Jan 17, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 17, 2022) 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 Jan 17, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I generally don't like baselining as a bucket, because it refers to process not content. As in, what project that you've been on doesn't include baselining? Much like “solutioning”, “prioritizing", “next steps ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 17, 2022 on Jan 17, 2022
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Question about growth strategy case' prompt - grow market share

growth strategy
Most recent answer on Jan 17, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 17, 2022) is from:
Pedro
Expert
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
Pedro
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 17, 2022
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
Prompt: “how to grow a restaurant company's market share from #10 currently to #3 in 5 years”.”Hip. A: "What much would be that market share? Hip. B: “Can you tell me current market size, forecasted growth rate for the ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 17, 2022 on Jan 17, 2022
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Online credit comparison portal wants to grow its business (market sizing + strategic case)

competitive analysis growth strategy Market sizing strategic plan
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2021
Anonymous A gave the best answer on Nov 08, 2018
Hi Samuel, Thanks for sharing your example, it is quite an interesting case. I will try to answer the questions, please suggest improvements and we can have a dialogue about it. 1. Market sizing population of cou ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2021 on Dec 31, 2021
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What are some examples of diversification as a growth strategy option?

growth strategy
Most recent answer on Sep 09, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 09, 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Sep 09, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, First of all, remember that launching a new product in a new market is ill-advised. It truly is a measure of last resort. You don't know what you're doing and you don't understand who you're selling to. YOu're ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 09, 2021 on Sep 09, 2021
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How to structure growth strategy cases?

growth strategy MBB
Question edited on Jul 20, 2021
The best answer (on Jul 20, 2021) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 20, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This is completely wrong - please never setup a framework like this. Sorry to be so direct, but this is literally the essence of every single project/problem/case. Of course we have to identify ideas, figu ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 20, 2021 on Jul 20, 2021
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