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Case Interview Basics Case Cracking Practice Your Basics
Topic Overview
Interview First Aid
Starter's Guide to Case Prep
How to Start The Case Interview Preparation Conduct Mock Interviews with Peers and Coaches
Crack the Case Interview
Preparation for Case Studies Approaching a Case Interviewer-Led vs Candidate-Led Cases Note-taking in Case Interviews
Ace the Personal Fit Interview
Personal Fit Interview Key Questions in the Personal Fit Interview
Recruitment Tests in Consulting Interviews
BCG Online Case McKinsey Imbellus Game Bain Sova Test Pymetrics Game Assessment
Case Cracking
Identify Your Case Type
Market Sizing Market Entry Profitability Cases Growth Strategy M&A Cases Competitive Response Pricing Valuation Brainteaser
Structure Your Thoughts
Issue Tree MECE Principle Pyramid Principle Porter's Five Forces 4C Framework 4P Framework 2x2 Matrices and the BCG Matrix The Stacey Matrix Influence Model ADKAR Model McKinsey Growth Pyramid
Practice Your Basics
Charts and Data in Case Interviews Why Math Matters Math Skills Required in Case Interviews Fast Math Important Facts Correlation and Causality Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis ROI and ROAS
Business Concepts
Useful Business Analysis Tools
Pareto Principle ABC Analysis 7S-Framework of McKinsey The Capability Maturity Model (CMM) Break-Even Analysis Cost-Benefit Analysis Benchmarking Core Competencies SWOT Analysis The Value Chain The 5 Cs of Credit Product Life Cycle The Business Model Canvas The Balanced Scorecard The Cynefin Framework Kotter Change Management Model The Competing Values Framework The PESTEL Analysis for Consulting SMART Goals in Consulting Public Value Strategic Triangle GROW Model Hoshin Kanri Matrix
Common Terms of Business
Opportunity Costs Economy of Scale and Economy of Scope The Tuckman Model Servant Leadership Net Present Value - NPV Balance Sheet Design Thinking Income Statement Cash Flow Statement Supply and Demand Fixed & Variable Costs CAGR - Compound Annual Growth Rate The Scrum Framework: A Guide for Aspiring Consultants The Kanban Framework The Blue Ocean Strategy Lean Management Peter Principle Emotional Intelligence Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) DevOps Five Dysfunctions of a Team Kolb's Learning Circle Interpersonal Communication Six Sigma The Role of the Hypothesis in Consulting The Roots and Effects of Inflation Learning Organization Theory of Planned Behavior Situational Leadership Theory of Constraints Herzbergs 2-Factor Theory Capability-Based Planning Unique Value Proposition (UVP)

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Charts and Data in Case Interviews

We give you the best tips on how to understand and analyze graphs, charts and data presented by the interviewer in consulting case interviews.

Why Math Matters

Wondering if it's really necessary to know math skills for a case interview? Our answer is YES! Find out exactly why and what you need to apply!

Math Skills Required in Case Interviews

Nearly all the math skills required in case interviews is arithmetic. We help you do calculations with large numbers quickly and without calculators.

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Fast Math

The best way to master quick mental arithmetic is to memorize mathematical shortcuts. Find out what other tips and tricks there are here.

Important Facts

General knowledge plays an important role in solving case studies. Want to know what exactly is important for you? Read on now and find out!

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Correlation and Causality

Understanding correlation and causality can play a critical role in consulting. When you analyze data, it is important to draw the right conclusions.

Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative and quantitative analysis are two methods in data analysis that are often used in different scenarios and are important for consultants.

ROI and ROAS

The ROI value indicates how much profit a campaign has generated in relation to the capital invested. ROAS calculates it even more precise.

Topic Overview
Interview First Aid
Starter's Guide to Case Prep
How to Start The Case Interview Preparation Conduct Mock Interviews with Peers and Coaches
Crack the Case Interview
Preparation for Case Studies Approaching a Case Interviewer-Led vs Candidate-Led Cases Note-taking in Case Interviews
Ace the Personal Fit Interview
Personal Fit Interview Key Questions in the Personal Fit Interview
Recruitment Tests in Consulting Interviews
BCG Online Case McKinsey Imbellus Game Bain Sova Test Pymetrics Game Assessment
Case Cracking
Identify Your Case Type
Market Sizing Market Entry Profitability Cases Growth Strategy M&A Cases Competitive Response Pricing Valuation Brainteaser
Structure Your Thoughts
Issue Tree MECE Principle Pyramid Principle Porter's Five Forces 4C Framework 4P Framework 2x2 Matrices and the BCG Matrix The Stacey Matrix Influence Model ADKAR Model McKinsey Growth Pyramid
Practice Your Basics
Charts and Data in Case Interviews Why Math Matters Math Skills Required in Case Interviews Fast Math Important Facts Correlation and Causality Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis ROI and ROAS
Business Concepts
Useful Business Analysis Tools
Pareto Principle ABC Analysis 7S-Framework of McKinsey The Capability Maturity Model (CMM) Break-Even Analysis Cost-Benefit Analysis Benchmarking Core Competencies SWOT Analysis The Value Chain The 5 Cs of Credit Product Life Cycle The Business Model Canvas The Balanced Scorecard The Cynefin Framework Kotter Change Management Model The Competing Values Framework The PESTEL Analysis for Consulting SMART Goals in Consulting Public Value Strategic Triangle GROW Model Hoshin Kanri Matrix
Common Terms of Business
Opportunity Costs Economy of Scale and Economy of Scope The Tuckman Model Servant Leadership Net Present Value - NPV Balance Sheet Design Thinking Income Statement Cash Flow Statement Supply and Demand Fixed & Variable Costs CAGR - Compound Annual Growth Rate The Scrum Framework: A Guide for Aspiring Consultants The Kanban Framework The Blue Ocean Strategy Lean Management Peter Principle Emotional Intelligence Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) DevOps Five Dysfunctions of a Team Kolb's Learning Circle Interpersonal Communication Six Sigma The Role of the Hypothesis in Consulting The Roots and Effects of Inflation Learning Organization Theory of Planned Behavior Situational Leadership Theory of Constraints Herzbergs 2-Factor Theory Capability-Based Planning Unique Value Proposition (UVP)
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