1. 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

2. 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.

3. 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?

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

5. Types of Case Questions
Market Sizing
Brainteasers
Project
Business World

6. 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?

7. Clip: Die Hard with a Vengeance

8. 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

9. Marketing Size

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

11. Why would anyone ask these questions in an interview?

12. Diagnostic Skills
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills

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