Management Consulted

JUNE 3, 2021

A Deloitte Federal case interview is given to candidates applying to the firm’s public sector-focused practice area, known as Deloitte Federal Government Services. Like the commercial arm of Deloitte Consulting, Deloitte Federal uses case interviews to assess a candidate’s problem-solving… Read Article.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

I started this series with many specific concerns about a particular interview question: “The product owner and dev team cannot decide on a sprint goal, even after hours of discussion. Note: This is a terrible interview question because it's hypothetical. That's why I encourage candidates to ask questions of the interviewers.

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Management Consulted

MAY 28, 2021

Chances are, if you talk to anybody preparing for consulting interviews, you won’t hear much about the fit interview. But the case interview? So, if the cultural fit interview performance is 50% of your final interview score, why… Read Article. Almost guaranteed.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 2, 2020

The fit interview is like a behavioral interview for the consulting industry. Within that, there are distinct fit interview question types a candidate should be aware of. Today, we’re sharing about 3 types of fit interview questions. The direct questions,… Read Article.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 2, 2020

A question we frequently get from readers is, “Where should I start if I have no experience with case studies or case interviews?” The post No Case Interview Experience? It’s a great question, and we’re all too happy to provide a list of recommendations. If you’ve… Read Article.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Group case interviews are all the rage as firms like EY expand their use in the consulting interview process. Case interviews are the dreaded and most challenging parts of a consulting interview, but they are typically conducted in a one-on-one… Read Article.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The post Accenture Interviews, Culture, and Careers appeared first on Management Consulted. In it, Accenture’s Caroline Dudley and Rizzalyn Burke get real, sharing candidly from their experience with the firm. Listen for an insider look… Read Article.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Listening to Bain full case interview examples can really help one prepare for their own case interview. The post Bain Full Case Interview Example appeared first on Management Consulted. In listening or watching this case example, you might be like our candidate, who listens often and thinks it’s pretty straight forward.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Acing the Fit Interview: Strategy and Approach Motivation Questions Effective Storytelling Finessing Negative Stories In the third article of this series, you will learn about personal experience questions that demand a different approach from motivation questions. It’s crucial that the extent of the challenge is sufficiently underscored.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 27, 2023

Interviews at consulting firms are often broken down into 3 segments: Fit Interview (~10 mins) Case Interview (~30 mins) Questions and Answers (~5 mins) While the vast majority of content out there focuses on the case interview, it is worth pointing out that the fit interview should not be overlooked.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Acing the Fit Interview: Strategy and Approach Motivation Questions Effective Storytelling Finessing Negative Stories In the second article of this series, you will learn about the often-underestimated motivation questions like “why consulting?” The interviewer will be expecting a few concise and well-supported reasons. Why consulting?”

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Interviews are difficult – they involve researching the company, preparing for informational interviews, and practicing behavioral questions. If you are aiming for a consulting internship or full-time job, there is also an unavoidable hurdle you will need to jump – case interviews. Case interviews can be stressful.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 9, 2019

If you interview for McKinsey, you may come across the McKinsey Personal Experience Interview (PEI). The McKinsey PEI is a separate behavioral portion of the interview process on top of standard behavioral questions you can expect to see. Years ago, … Continue Reading.

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Management Consulted

JULY 2, 2019

Though the case interview is the most important aspect of management consulting recruiting, don’t overlook the consulting fit interview. The post Consulting Interview: 4 Types of Consultant Fit Interview Questions appeared first on Management Consulted. After all, firms do not hire … Continue Reading.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 4, 2022

There is a lot to think about when preparing for consulting interviews , and you may want to check out some of our other blog posts and guides for preparing your resume , creating your cover letter , and improving your network. I also applied during the Covid-19 Pandemic so I cannot comment on in person interviews, just virtual.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Acing the Fit Interview: Strategy and Approach Motivation Questions Effective Storytelling Finessing Negative Stories In the last article of this series, you will learn about complex questions designed to trip up even the best of candidates. All the best with your fit interview preparation! Tell me about your biggest recent failure.”

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 28, 2022

Case interviews can seem like a daunting task. Thankfully, by taking tangible steps you can be well prepared for your case interviews. In my opinion, a productive place to begin is to watch videos about the case interview. From these videos you can get familiar with the format and process in which a case interview is done.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 10, 2022

There are many steps to take in preparing to apply and interview for a consulting position. If you are just starting out, you will find yourself editing your resume, preparing answers for experiential questions, and practicing business frameworks to use in the case interview. Rather, it can encompass the entire interview.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

That’s right…interview season is here! For many of you, learning how to structure your approach to a case is the most challenging part of the entire case interview process. The post Case Interview structure appeared first on Management Consulted. It’s crunch time.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 19, 2019

And the case interview has been a consistent staple in the consulting recruiting process. Some firms, however, use what’s known as the “case presentation interview” to test candidates. The post Case Presentation Interview: New Style of Case Interview appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 4, 2019

Case Interview basics. There are seven major areas of preparation and knowledge that you must master to crush your case interview and get an offer from a top firm like McKinsey, Bain, or BCG. The post Case Interview Basics appeared first on Management Consulted. Drop even one of these areas, … Continue Reading.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 28, 2019

Case Interview Prep Guide. Lots of case interview practice.” The post Case Interview appeared first on Management Consulted. Ask any consultant, and they’ll have their own take and probably a few tips. “Be Be More Structured” – that’s the most famous tip. There’s another zinger. “Be good at mental math.”

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Management Consulted

JUNE 17, 2020

Practice Case Interviews are one of the most important parts of successfully preparing for a management consultant interview. The post Practice Case Interviews: How To Prepare The Right Way appeared first on Management Consulted. Other… Read Article.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The post Issue Trees Are Dead- In Virtual Case Interviews appeared first on Management Consulted. Issue trees are often used by consultants to help break down large or complex business issues into smaller, more manageable pieces. From there, those pieces can be put into a plan to bring about a solution to the overall problem.…

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

You received an interview with a consulting firm! Management consulting interviews generally have two types of assessments, behavioral and casing. Behavioral interview questions help shed significant light on you as a candidate. I have been fortunate to have coached many peers through application and interview processes.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

If you are interested in consulting roles, case interviews are an integral part of that process. Your heartbeat will pulse with excitement when you receive an e-mail letting you know that you made it to the interview stage. The interview is a nerve-wracking experience. This article is going to focus on team interviews.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 2, 2021

When conducting a search for case interview tips on the internet, you will quickly find yourself drowning in information. Instead, it aims to set out some of the less commonly cited, and sometimes overlooked, aspects of the interview process. The interviewer also has something to lose. This is, however, not the case.

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Management Consulted

MAY 26, 2019

One of the most challenging aspects of case interviews is that once you are provided with the problem, there are an infinite number of ways the case can go. The post Case Study Interview Questions and Answers appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Management Consulted

JANUARY 24, 2019

”, in an interview is a must have skill for any prospective consultant. The question is so common, you can pretty much take it to the bank that you’ll hear those words from the person interviewing … Continue Reading. ”, in an interview appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 28, 2022

Almost every case interview across all consulting industries includes one specific section devoted to evaluating the interviewee’s ability to handle a mathematical problem. Firstly, it will allow you to receive feedback from your interviewer in case your method of finding the correct answer is incorrect. Accuracy beats speed.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 23, 2019

The case interview is the biggest challenge consulting candidates must overcome to receive an offer. The post Case Interview Examples: Master List appeared first on Management Consulted. Most aspiring consultants are coveting an offer from the likes of McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and Deloitte.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 30, 2019

You’ve just gone through a grueling case interview and there are a few minutes left before you part ways with your interviewer. The tables have now turned, and it’s your turn to put your interviewer on the spot. The post Case Interview: Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Consulting firms rely heavily on case interviews to find the right candidate and, therefore, you should practice them – practice them well, start practicing them early (2-3 months prior to the interview), and then keep practicing them often. The 2 case interview styles are Interviewer-led and Interviewee-led cases.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 10, 2021

Many candidates spend numerous hours perfecting their resumes, preparing for case and technical interviews, and crafting their fit story. Conducting due diligence on the company you are interviewing for will help you build rapport with the interviewer, learn the firm’s culture and values, and showcase that you did your homework.

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CaseInterview.com

MARCH 3, 2021

Lately, I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to handle case interviews via video conference. While video conference case interviews weren’t unheard of before, they are much more common right now. It allows the interviewer to see and hear you clearly. Technical Setup. Having a good technical setup is crucial.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 20, 2019

What to wear to a case interview should not be overlooked! The post Case Interview: What To Wear appeared first on Management Consulted. We actually get a fair number of questions about this. When you think about how many applicants consulting firms get, and how many they actually give offers to, you … Continue Reading.

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Management Consulted

JULY 21, 2019

Preparing for behavioral interview questions for consulting recruiting can be challenging. The post STAR Method: Should it be Used in Fit Interviews? There are endless potential questions that can be asked, so even starting to prepare for them can feel overwhelming. appeared first on Management Consulted.

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