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What is a case interview and how do you prepare? 

A consulting case interview is a simulated business problem presented during the interview process. The candidate must walk through their thinking process and propose a recommendation (or recommendations) to “solve” the client’s challenge. During the interview, the candidate is evaluated …

By Elaine Lu Hoffstaetter
Elaine Lu Hoffstaetter Career Readiness Coach (Central Career Services)
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Case Interview: Complete Prep Guide

By Management Consulted

Updated July 15, 2025

Consulting case interviews test both problem‑solving and communication skills under pressure. Candidates must structure their thinking, analyze data, and deliver recommendations in real time with an interviewer—often using real business scenarios. Understanding core …

By Elaine Lu Hoffstaetter
Elaine Lu Hoffstaetter Career Readiness Coach (Central Career Services)
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Resources

Currently in its 24th edition, Heard on the Street: Quantitative Questions from Wall Street Job Interviews by Timothy Crack is …

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