Best way to prepare for a MBB case interview? 2 weeks out.

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If you’re new to case prep, push out the interview date, unless you’re off for the two weeks entirely, you need live reps

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Live practice. Also M cases are structured differently then BB so make sure you prepare for the right type of case

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The structure of cases is very predictable. Usually contains a structuring question (creating the framework), analytical question, brainstorm, and a synthesis.

Practice pushing your thinking in an organized way and presenting this in a manner that is easy to follow, for all of the questions (not just the framework question). We’re looking to see if you can tackle tough problems in a client friendly way.

E.g. for the analytical question, walk through your formulas and what you’re solving, ask your interviewer if that sounds good to them, then start plugging away.

Lastly, always give the “so what” for each question, unprompted. Remember the ultimate objective of the case and specify what next steps are (if any).

Good luck!

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