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Synthesis in Case Interviews

CaseInterview.com

What follows is an exchange of emails with a reader regarding synthesis is case interviews. Reader Email 1 of 3: Hi Victor, thanks to the LOMS program, I was able to learn just enough within a short time to pass my first ever case interview with McKinsey. In summary, we should expand B in the short term.

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The Case Interview’s Big Brother: The Case Competition

Tom Spencer

As most aspiring consultants know, one of the major hurdles in landing a job offer is the case interview. Given a strict time limit and a small amount of information, applicants are expected to ask poignant questions to steer the interview in a direction where they can provide a clear and concise recommendation.

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All you need to know about the interview (Part II: Case Interview)

Tom Spencer

To start with, a short definition of the case interview is “a simulation of the beginning of a consulting project”. The case interview is usually 25 to 40 minutes in length. Do not expect to solve every detail of the case during this short time, rather focus on the most critical parts. There isn’t one!

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Advanced Synthesis Technique

CaseInterview.com

Today I feel much more confidence in solving cases than 2 months ago. I have a concern about the synthesis. I understand your approach when it comes to synthesising the whole case. In those cases, the "conclusion" is really just a conclusion in progress (i.e, No doubt this happened 90% because of your resources.

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Bain Written Case Interview

CaseInterview.com

I recently was sent this question from a CaseInterview.com student looking for advice on how to prepare for a Bain Written Case Interview. Question: I've purchased LOMS and have just completed my first attempt at all the cases. Any resources or practice written cases that you know of would be much appreciated.

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Written Communication as a Consultant

CaseInterview.com

When people say a consultant needs work on their writing, often it means they need to improve their synthesis -- in written form. I have noticed that users of my Look Over My Shoulder ® program have gotten good at verbal synthesis, and I think it very much carries over in their writing (as well as verbal communication).

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Brains for Short-Term Hire: Pro-Bono Consulting Projects

Tom Spencer

First you learn the elements of a case interview, memorizing frameworks and implementing strategies. These interviews are relatively short and focus mostly on applying skills. The parallel to group projects are case competitions. The parallel to group projects are case competitions. Understanding. Evaluating.