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What is a Case Interview?
What is a Case Interview?
A case interview challenges you to solve a real-world business problem on the spot, showcasing your analytical thinking and communication skills under pressure.
A case interview challenges you to solve a real-world business problem on the spot, showcasing your analytical thinking and communication skills under pressure.
"In a case interview, applicants have to solve real-world business problems live with an interviewer. The cases mimic the kinds of scenarios consultants work with daily – most are pulled directly from real-life client experiences.
The case typically consists of a problem or situation faced by an organization (company, NGO, or government agency). Applicants are given the problem verbally, and in a set amount of time must analyze the case, determine what data is needed, ask for the data, compute potential scenarios, and deliver a presentation on that solution." - From Management Consulted's website
Free access when you register with your BC student email address
Learn the Basics of Casing
Learn the Basics of Casing
New to case interviews? This crucial first step helps you understand what they're all about and why consulting firms use them. You'll grasp basic business terms, learn essential frameworks to structure your thinking, and sharpen your mental math skills – all vital building blocks before diving into practice cases.
New to case interviews? This crucial first step helps you understand what they're all about and why consulting firms use them. You'll grasp basic business terms, learn essential frameworks to structure your thinking, and sharpen your mental math skills – all vital building blocks before diving into practice cases.
Using your BC student email address, you have FREE access to the these two key resources that will help you get started
Provides access to video courses on case interviews, mental math, behavioral interviews, Excel/PPT and more, 550+ practice cases (with solutions), 12 chatbot-style cases, 11 industry primers, and thousands of case drills (math, structure, brainstorming, exhibits, etc.)
If you have never used this tool, watch this video (12 mins) to familiarize yourself with the platform.
📚 Need structure? Follow one of the MC Case Prep Plans (1 Week / 4 Weeks / 12 Weeks versions)
The ideal way to use this site, as recommended by Cosentino, is to start at the top with the math drills and work your way down to the interactive cases and beyond.
Typical Case Flow & Walkthrough Video
Typical Case Flow & Walkthrough Video
Every firm has a slightly different approach, but generally speaking, a candidate-led interview follows the following structure:
Interviewer presents the case prompt.
Candidate clarifies the problem and asks initial questions.
Candidate takes a moment to structure their approach (framework).
Candidate presents their framework.
Candidate analyzes data and answers specific questions from the interviewer.
Candidate provides a final recommendation.
Sign Up for Live Casing Practice with Feedback
Sign Up for Live Casing Practice with Feedback
Case Fellows
The general rule of thumb is that candidates should spend 60 to 80 hours preparing for case interviews. This typically translates to about 6 to 8 weeks of preparation. So, start your preparation early!
The general rule of thumb is that candidates should spend 60 to 80 hours preparing for case interviews. This typically translates to about 6 to 8 weeks of preparation. So, start your preparation early!
Connect with peers and alumni to conduct mock case interviews, simulating the actual experience. The key here is getting honest, constructive feedback to pinpoint your weaknesses and target specific areas for improvement. This iterative process of practice, feedback, and refinement is what will truly prepare you to ace your interviews.
Consulting Case Fellows
Consulting Case Fellows
For current undergraduate students only
You can sign up directly via the Calendly link below to run through live cases.
Chloe Lee is a senior at Boston College studying Economics with a minor in Managing for Social Impact. This past summer she interned at L.E.K. Consulting in the Boston office and after graduating in the spring, she will return full-time to the New York office. Over the summer she worked on projects in healthcare and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT).
On campus, she is involved in the AHANA+ Management Academy of BC, the Art Club, the Consulting Club, the Chinese Students Association and other culture clubs. This past spring semester, Chloe went abroad to Paris, France.
Sign up for live case prep/case feedback or reach out with any questions on case and behavioral interviews, networking tips, and the general consulting space!
Joey Nassar is a senior at Boston College studying Finance and Marketing with a minor in Managing for Social Impact. This past summer, he interned at Goldman Sachs in Investment Banking in the Chicago office, working in the Industrials group. Following his graduation from Boston College, he will join BCG as an incoming Associate in the Chicago office.
On campus, he has held mentorship roles with the Investment Banking Association and the Emerging Leader Program, served as a Resident Assistant in Walsh Hall, is an E-board member of the Lebanese Student Association, and enjoys participating in intramural sports.
Feel free to sign up for live case prep or reach out with any questions on case and behavioral interviews, networking, or the consulting recruiting process.
Teddy Stravin is a senior at Boston College studying Finance with a minor in International Studies. This past summer he interned at the MacArthur Foundation in Chicago and is currently in the process of recruiting for full-time consulting roles.
On campus, he is involved with Stride, Freshmen League, BC Bigs, 4Boston, the Roche Center for Catholic Education, and the Consulting Club. Last spring, Teddy studied abroad in Reims, France and in his free time he loves playing basketball at the plex, watching the Red Sox, and playing board games with friends.
Sign up for live case prep and feedback or reach out with any questions on consulting interviews, networking tips, and the job search at large.
Cameron W. '26
Cameron W. '26
Interview Experience: PwC, L.E.K. Consulting, Deloitte, McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group
Interview Experience: PwC, L.E.K. Consulting, Deloitte, McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group
Cameron Wang is a senior at Boston College majoring in Economics and Computer Science with a minor in Finance. This past summer, he interned in PwC’s Delivering Deal Value (DDV) group, where he worked on operational due diligences and a long-term IT transformation for various private equity and corporate clients. After graduation, he will be joining PwC full-time in the M&A Technology Strategy group in Boston.
At BC, Cameron serves as President of the Consulting Club and the Taiwanese Cultural Organization, and as Vice President of the Economics Association. He also spent the spring semester studying abroad in Madrid, Spain.
Feel free to sign up for live case prep sessions, or reach out with any questions about case and behavioral interviews, networking strategies, or consulting in general!
You must provide 24 hours notice if you need to cancel. Any violations of that policy will result in a loss of access to the fellows.
🧭 I have a case interview in X weeks -- where do I start??
🧭 I have a case interview in X weeks -- where do I start??
Select your scenario below:
Case interview in 1 week or less
Case interview in 1 week or less
On a tight timeline? Download and follow the Management Consulted 1 Week Case Prep Plan!
(Note: you'll need to be logged in to your free account to access the clickable modules-- see the section above for additional information on how to access/sign up for an account)
Case interview in a few weeks
Case interview in a few weeks
Have a few weeks until your interview? Download and follow the Management Consulted 4 Week Case Prep Plan!
(Note: you'll need to be logged in to your free account to access the clickable modules-- see the section above for additional information on how to access/sign up for an account)
I'm doing advance preparation over the semester/summer (6-12 weeks)
I'm doing advance preparation over the semester/summer (6-12 weeks)
This is the most ideal scenario, as it provides you with ample time to understand the various case frameworks, practice your mental math and business acumen, walk through specific examples of cases (profitability, market entry, growth and M&A cases) in addition to practicing out loud with others (i.e. your friends/peers also interested in consulting, the student case fellows and/or alumni case coach).
Download and follow the Management Consulted 12-Week Recruiting Plan, specifically Weeks 5-10, for a daily schedule.
(Note: you'll need to be logged in to your free account to access the clickable modules-- see the section above for additional information on how to access/sign up for an account)
Additional Resources / Skill Building / Connecting with Peers
Additional Resources / Skill Building / Connecting with Peers
BC 2024 Casebook with a brief introduction to casing and includes sample cases (you have to be logged in to your BC gmail account to access) - Created by former Case Fellow/ BC alumni Remi Hansen '24)
BackToBC Management Consulting Guide: created by BC alums
Boston College Consulting Club - Student-run group with the goal of being a resource for other students. Sign up for Consulting Club's newsletter to hear about upcoming events by clicking here.
Follow firms of interest on Handshake to be notified when they are hosting events virtually, in-person and/or on campus.
BC 2024 Casebook.pdfPage updated
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