Case Math

Question

Good case, but is it really expected to do the math in table 1 like this in like 3-4 min.?

Answer 1

Hi Hans,

This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for quite a lot of users, so I am happy to provide my perspective on it:

I absolutely agree with you that timing seems to be overtly tough. While I would always advise you to be prepared for literally anything and be your own toughest time keeper, this part of the case study seems to be not thought through.
Generally speaking, for well-rounded case studies, I would advise you to expect tough quantitative questions yet normally not questions resulting in meaningless time loss (such as calculating NPVs with the DCF method).

In case you want a more detailed discussion on how to best approach quant-heavy case studies, please feel free to contact me directly.

I hope this helps,

Hagen

Answer 2

Hi Hans,

I agree! It's very very rare that you'll have to do a cubed equation (or even a decimal/fraction squared equation) in a real life case.

I do always encourage my candidates to be prepared for anything….but doing PV out to year 3 is probably where I would draw the line of a realistic interview :)

Answer 3

Hello!

Theory says that you need to be ready for anything. The reality of life is different, and I would bet that you almost never would get something as complicated as this.

Cheers,

Clara