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How do I practice consulting interview?
Ace the Case: 7 Steps to Cracking Your Consulting Interview
- Ask Questions—From the Start.
- Engage Your Interviewer.
- Structure, Structure, Structure.
- Recognize Case Archetypes.
- Practice Your Numbers.
- Keep Up With Industries.
- Practice—and Grab a Buddy.
What skills do you think Strategy Consultants need to be successful?
Below are some of the most important:
- Quantitative and analytical skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with challenging situations.
- Good teamwork skills.
- Flexibility.
- Understanding of business environments and commercial awareness.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
How to get good at management consulting interviews?
Getting good at consulting interviews requires a lot of preparation. Before you commit to putting in the time required to prepare for the management consulting interview process, you should ask yourself if a career in management consulting is right for you. Do you enjoy solving the types of business problems asked in case interviews?
What do candidates want in a consultant interview?
Candidates think interviewers are primarily concerned with their fit with the firm. While this is important, most people would agree that the vast majority of McKinsey, BCG or Bain consultants would do well regardless of which firm they worked at. Professional fit, however, is more important.
What is the best book to prepare for a business school interview?
Often, business schools will compile case books and circulate them as well. Case in Point by Marc P. Cosentino is a good place to start. The more you practice, the more variants you will see, and the more comfortable you will be on the day of your actual interview.
How do I prepare for a case interview?
Step 1: Understand the question you are being asked. After your interviewer describes the client this case interview will involve and the problem they face, you should repeat this information back to them in your own words. This can feel awkward when you practice your first case, but it will help you in the long run.