Case interviews

Question 1

How to prepare for case studies

Answer 1

1) Research cases on the mckenzie website and try answering them before hand
2) Practice cases with peers in a group setting and say them outloud while working through
3) Practice interviewing one another

Question 2

How to behave in the interview

Answer 2

1) Take notes while the interviewer is speaking- actively listen to what they have to say
2) Format your answer to a case study on paper before saying the answer

Question 3

How to prepare for calculations

Answer 3

1) Write them down and work through them on your own pace

2) Practice with someone next to you-ideal setting for interview

Question 4

What the interviewer is trying to get from you

Answer 4

Gain a sense of how you think and your method of problem solving approach to case studies in general