Case Interviews Despite what you might think, case interviews are not given to torture you! The case is a way to give you a feel for the kinds of questions managers confront every day. Prior to slide: You’re pacing nervously back and

When the interviewer asks the question, listen carefully When the interviewer asks the question, listen carefully. Determine if all the information has been given to answer the question.

You have 2 empty jugs. 1 holds 3 gallons, the other holds 5 You have 2 empty jugs. 1 holds 3 gallons, the other holds 5. How do you get exactly 4 gallons of water?

Think before you speak. Identify a framework. Every hint helps Think before you speak. Identify a framework. Every hint helps. Briefly summarize your findings.

Types of Case Questions Market Sizing Brainteasers Project Business World

You have 2 empty jugs. 1 holds 3 gallons, the other holds 5 You have 2 empty jugs. 1 holds 3 gallons, the other holds 5. How do you get exactly 4 gallons of water?

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Be Familiarized with the Basic Business Frameworks The 5 C’s Method Company Cost Competition Consumer or Customer Channels The 4 P’s or the Elements of Strategy Product Price Place Promotion

Marketing Size

How many beige washing machines were sold in Canada last year?

Why would anyone ask these questions in an interview?

Diagnostic Skills Analytical Skills Communication Skills

Wrapping it up… Case Interviews are the up and coming. Practice questions and answers Career Services