NC-ZZG001-103198Shimp-RC.ppt
McKinsey Case Interview Workshop
FUQUA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
October 311NC-ZZG001-103198Shimp-RC.ppt
TODAY’S TOPICS
Case interview overview Purpose Types Suggested approach Successful problem-solving2 NC-ZZG001-103198Shimp-RC.ppt
RESUME AND CASE INTERVIEWS – WHAT FIRMS ARE LOOKING FOR
From your resume Work experience Advancement faster than norm Selection by superiors to lead important projects/special recognition Evidence of leadership and teamwork Education Academic excellence Significant leadership roles Personal initiative Outside interests Athletic/cultural achievements Community activities Drive/perseverance
From the case Approach Genuine interest in solving complex problems Structured, logical approach Curiosity, creativity Logical, probing questions Synthesis and conclusions Skills Comfort with ambiguity/poise under pressure Broad functional skills Analytical rigor Quantitative, numerical agility Practicality Judgment, common sense Business acumen/instinct Clear, logical communication
Evidence of Excellence
Problem Solving Ability3 NC-ZZG001-103198Shimp-RC.ppt
TYPES OF CASES
Business cases “What will the impact of industry consolidation be on company X?” “Should company X enter/exit a new/old market?” “How should company X react to a new entrant?” “Should company X add capacity?” Estimation cases “How big would the Ivy Gardens apartment complex have to be for everyone on Earth to live there?” “What is the size of the skateboard market in the U.S.?” “What do you think annual residential real estate commissions are in Atlanta?”
Responses should demonstrate Big picture perspective Ability to structure Broad functional skills Comfort with details, analysis Responses should demonstrate Comfort with ambiguity Ability to structure Facility with numbers Poise