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Which master should i do?

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Most recent answer on Jul 07, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 05, 2023) is from:
Francesco
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Hi Jacopo, Q: Which master should I do? Between the more interesting exams (Poli) and better location (CEMS) you have to consider what you value most – it is a personal decision so you will have to put your own weight. ... (read entire answer)
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Case Study Question

Distribution operations strategy supply chain
Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 13, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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Cristian
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Hi Raj,  Could you please edit your question to provide a bit more detail? We're here to help you, but at this point you're not giving us a lot to hang on to. :) Best, Cristian
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Case Study Question

Distribution operations operations strategy supply chain
Most recent answer on Jan 13, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 11, 2023) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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Hi Raj, I think you're asking how we would coach you to solve these types of problems, is that right? This is a process optimization/throughput problem. Essentially, whenever we're looking at throughput, we need to figu ... (read entire answer)
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Pharma Opertations

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Most recent answer on Nov 27, 2022
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Rushabh
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Rushabh
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gave the best answer on Nov 27, 2022
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Hello, For a pharma operations case, my approac would be to break it down in the following steps: 1) Research stage: This is where multiple molecules or compunds are designed and tested. 2) Development stage: If the fir ... (read entire answer)
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EY-Parthenon ESG Transaction Strategy and Execution (Ops) Case Study

Big Four - Strategy EY-Parthenon operations strategy Transaction Services
Most recent answer on Aug 12, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 11, 2022) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Jan 11, 2022
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Hi James, First, good luck! Second, I have a number of real case studies (actually one from EYP as well) that I'd be happy to run you through (i.e. walk through, assign as a practice, etc.). I recommend the following: R ... (read entire answer)
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Internship into full time offer

Big4 operations strategy
Most recent answer on Jul 11, 2022
The best answer (on Jul 09, 2022) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Jul 09, 2022
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Hi there, You may as well try! The best way to negotiate is to have evidence/reasoning defending your position. Figure out your BATNA as well - from there you can see, if they say no, what else you'd be willing to accep ... (read entire answer)
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EY Supply Chain Talent Day

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Question edited on Nov 12, 2021
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Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Nov 12, 2021
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Hi there, First of all, be ready for anything! Learn how to adjust/react and adapt to any case type out there period! Second, well, obviously make sure you're familair with Supply Chain/Ops cases :) 1) PrepLounge has th ... (read entire answer)
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Operational Cases

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Most recent answer on Nov 07, 2021
The best answer (on Nov 03, 2021) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Nov 03, 2021
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Hi there, I like the way you're approaching this! 1) Capacity = number of units can be produced Correct. Normally within a timespan (hours/days/week/years) 2) Productivity = output/input or output/time Correct. For a gi ... (read entire answer)
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How to deal with operations cases ?

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Question edited on Sep 02, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 02, 2021) is from:
Marco-Alexander
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Marco-Alexander
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Calculating number of order from shipping

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Most recent answer on Jul 01, 2021
The best answer (on Jul 01, 2021) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Jul 01, 2021
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Honestly, I'm incredibly confused by this case. Either this is a bad case or you haven't provided enough context. #1 they're asking for the shipping time so why are you worried about # of orders? And 2nd, they say the ... (read entire answer)
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How strong is Bain in the Operations Area (Procurement, Supply Chain, etc.)?

Bain & Company operations strategy strategy consulting
Most recent answer on May 07, 2021
Anonymous B gave the best answer on May 07, 2021
Not particularly strong, but there is some expertise. It is not difficult for Bain to hire experienced practicioners in that field, so there are probably a handful of partners/principals that really know about that fiel ... (read entire answer)
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How to approach an operational case

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Most recent answer on Apr 21, 2021
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Clara
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Clara
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Hello! First of all, this is not the type of case that you would find in a MBB or strategy consulting in general interview. Furthermore, why don´t you post your suggestions, and ask for feedback from the community? ... (read entire answer)
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How to structure plant-option case?

Investment operations strategy Plant Structure
Most recent answer on Dec 04, 2020
The best answer (on Dec 03, 2020) is from:
Vlad
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Vlad
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gave the best answer on Dec 03, 2020
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Hi, Several areas to consider: Even before structuring the case, you should start with clarifying questions (1. quantifiable objective - what is exactly too high? Why is he thinking about closing? 2. Business mode ... (read entire answer)
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Hi guys!

operations strategy
Most recent answer on Aug 01, 2020
The best answer (on Jul 27, 2020) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Jul 27, 2020
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1) Search on Operations here (already done): https://www.preplounge.com/en/management-consulting-cases?language=en&topic[]=8&sort=real-case-desc&page=1&perPage=20 2) Google and casebooks are your fri ... (read entire answer)
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Tech. Company Strategy Analyst Case

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Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2020
The best answer (on Feb 19, 2020) is from:
Daniel
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Daniel
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gave the best answer on Feb 19, 2020
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if they provide you with the info how they value what, weighting those parameters by their value is definitely a very good approach to take.
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Moving from consulting to Private Equity

Alumni ExperiencedHire operations strategy Private Equity Venture Capital
Most recent answer on May 01, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 23, 2020
Hello, First of all congratulations on the move. Yes, PLs can transition to PE but I would advise on moving within 2 years. As a former BCG and currently working in PE, here are my 2 cents to maximize your chances: ... (read entire answer)
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How would you approach a profitability and process improvement assessment?

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Most recent answer on Jul 25, 2019
The best answer (on Jul 25, 2019) is from:
Alexander
Alexander gave the best answer on Jul 25, 2019
I agree with Vlad that knowing more about the case would be benefitial. However: Have you considered starting with a profitability tree and then splitting the costs not into fixed costs and variable costs, but into cost ... (read entire answer)
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Offshore vs. onshore decision case: what framework to use?

operations strategy
Recent activity on Jun 01, 2019
Anonymous gave the best answer on May 31, 2019
These are the high-level topics you should cover. I can share a great article about this. Please let me know. Differences in the Operating Model and Capabilities Differences in the Financial Model Differences in ... (read entire answer)
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Where to find some good Profit , margin, Cost reduction,Operations efficiency case?

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Recent activity on Nov 27, 2018
The best answer (on Nov 27, 2018) is from:
Andrea
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Andrea gave the best answer on Nov 27, 2018
Actually preparing for the first round of case interviews
Ciao Guillaume I found a lot of good, profit / loss cases in the LBS case books. Especially in the one of 2012. Let me know if you have them. If not, I can share. Cheers, Andy
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Operations cases

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Recent activity on Nov 12, 2018
The best answer (on Nov 12, 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 Nov 12, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, There are several types of operational cases that you may have: 1) Operational math problems. (e.g. Should we increase the speed of the elevator or just buy a second one? How should we reduce the queues? How sho ... (read entire answer)
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