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PwC interview

Hi Everyone,

I have received an invite to PwC Private's strategy and consulting division's Associate interview. Any tips and specific types of cases that I should look out for?

By the way, I am from Australia and thanks in advance.

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Hagen
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on Feb 06, 2023
#1 recommended coach | >95% success rate | most experience in consulting, interviewing, and coaching

Hi there,

I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it:

  • Given the diversity of project experiences and industries among your interviewers, it may be challenging to prepare for specific types of cases. Instead, I would suggest researching the industries and capabilities of your potential employer and ensuring your case study preparation covers these areas.
  • Additionally, make sure to properly prepare for both general and behavioral fit questions in order to showcase your personal fit for the role.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare your upcoming PwC interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

on Feb 06, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, 

Congrats on getting invited to the interview!

No specific cases. You should expect the standard interview process with cases from across industries. Just to be 100% sure, reach out to HR and ask them to clarify the process for the coming rounds and what type of cases to expect. 

Best,
Cristian

Ian
Coach
on Feb 06, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
on Feb 06, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi,

Congrats on securing the interview. 

I will make just 2 points:

  1. Focus on your core skills - this is ultimately the most important. If you have good fundamentals, it really doesn't matter what type of case you are thrown
  2. Clarify with HR if you can - it doesn't hurt and takes away abit of the stress and/or surprise. If I had clarified specifically with HR when I was interviewing, I would have been less surprised on the spot when I did my first ever interviews

All the best with your preparation!

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