Case Interview Preparation

Case interviews are a key step in the interview process for client-facing roles, simulating real-world client problems. Demystify case interviews with our prep quizzes and top BCG tips to succeed.

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Set a climate strategy

The CEO of a global company wants to reduce their environmental impact. Build the business case for setting a climate target and determine what initiatives to undertake to achieve it.

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Restore customer satisfaction

A digital bank has dropped in customer satisfaction rankings and the CEO aims to bring it back to the top three. Refresh the bank’s digital strategy and recommend next steps to the CEO.

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Support a cloud migration

A consumer goods company wants to upgrade their enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Cloud migration is a requisite of the upgrade. Evaluate their options and recommend an approach to the CEO.

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Ace your case interview.

Consultant David Ogbechie gives a behind the scenes look into the BCG case interview experience and shares his top advice for preparing for and navigating your case interview.

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About to start your interview? Remember these do’s and dont’s!

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A dark green background featuring three white puzzle pieces on the left. The text reads: "Don't rush into analysis without developing an understanding of the problem."

A green background with a white outline of a professional figure and a flowchart diagram. The text reads: "Do structure the problem, develop a framework, and show business judgement."

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Alt text: A dark green background with a white speech bubble icon containing an "X" on the left. The text reads: "Don't hide your thought process or defend your solution at all costs."

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A dark green background featuring a white computer screen icon with a magnifying glass on the left. The text reads: "Don't use advance knowledge, circulate cases, or stick to an artificial framework."

A green background with a white gear icon surrounded by arrows and a lightbulb, representing a process. The text reads: "Do synthesize your thoughts and draw conclusions from your analysis."

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