Tom SpencerAfter mastering both fit and case interviews, the remaining parts of your consulting interview are the Intro and Q&A. They are not as critical as the fit or case interview parts, but still can make a big difference regarding leaving a good impression on the interviewers or even giving you the little push you need […]
Sometimes interviewees find it hard to differentiate themselves by simply using common frameworks. The problem with common frameworks is that they are too board to allow you to give an insightful synthesis. And as more and more candidates start to use them frequently, it is harder to impress the interviewers. Hence, I would like to […]
Candidates often use the Value Chain Framework without being aware of it. It may form part of your thinking when breaking down a problem using a MECE tree diagram or used when drilling into upstream suppliers and downstream distributors. However, the Value Chain Framework is indeed very useful when it comes to breaking down a […]
Another framework you should know is the Mergers & Acquisitions framework (M&A framework). The reason that this framework is worth introducing is due to the increasing frequency of M&A cases confronting candidates in the case interview. Needless to say, M&A deals are notoriously complicated financial activities, which makes candidates panic when they are prompted with […]
As I have been asked by quite a lot of people to share some frameworks, I will use the next 3 posts to walk you through the most frequently used frameworks in the case interview. While you are reading those frameworks and related examples, keep in mind that no framework is the skeleton key to […]
This post will mainly focus on introducing the case interview format, and an overview of several key formats that are typically used. You may wonder, shouldn’t the format always be the same? No, there are different formats for the case interview, in other words different setups. Standard Format The standard format is a one-on-one case […]
Well for this part, since there is so much to say, let’s get straight into it. To start with, a short definition of the case interview is “a simulation of the beginning of a consulting project”. Its purpose is to test candidates for three capabilities: Structured Thinking, Analytical Ability, and Communication Skills. Each of these […]
Overview This is the most challenging part of the journey. Let’s take it really seriously. First, I would say congratulations if you have made it to this step. It is an extraordinary achievement already. Now, to move forward, you have to understand and prepare extremely well for the interviews. This article will give you a […]
Well, let’s embark on the journey. First things first, your consulting application is the most important part of the recruitment process for two reasons. Firstly, it is your very first touch point with the firm. The HR person will look at your Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcript and decide whether you are qualified to attend […]
Before starting your application journey, the very first thing is to understand the recruitment process and selection criteria of those management consulting firms. I assume that you have carefully considered those four critical factors outlined in my first article and really committed to the management consulting position that you are targeting, since the consulting application […]
Whether I was talking to graduates, MBAs or experienced professionals, as a consulting club president at business school, I was frequently asked the same question, “What is the most efficient and quickest way to transform into a consultant?” Honestly, this could be one of the toughest questions one can ever answer. First let me be […]