Case Study Bootcamp

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Case Study Bootcamp Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Registration & Welcome

  • Join the virtual event platform
  • Introduction to the Bootcamp format, objectives, and outcomes
  • Brief overview of the schedule for the day

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

CV Preparation & Optimization for Consulting Roles

  • Session Overview: Importance of a consulting-specific CV; structuring your CV for clarity and impact
    Highlighting relevant experiences and skills
  • Activities: Review of CV templates
  • Live feedback session: Selected participants' CVs reviewed and improved in real-time Q&A

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Understanding Different Case Study Approaches at McKinsey, Bain, & BCG

  • Session Overview: Differences between the case study formats at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG
  • McKinsey: Interviewer-led cases—what they involve and how to approach them
  • Bain & BCG: Interviewee-led cases—structure and key strategies
  • Activities: How to adapt your approach based on the firm’s style Group discussion on personal strengths and preferences
  • Interactive poll: Which firm’s case style aligns with your strengths?

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Overview of Different Types of Case Studies

  • Session Overview: Introduction to various case study types (Profitability, Market Entry, M&A, Operations, and more)
  • Frameworks for solving different types of case studies
    Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Activities: Walk-through of sample case studies for each type Interactive case study practice in breakout rooms

1:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Live Case Study Interviews: Round 1

  • Session Overview: Participants paired with interviewers for a live case study simulation
  • Interviews will be conducted in breakout rooms with a focus on different case types
  • Immediate feedback and scoring by interviewers
  • Activities: Case study interview (30 minutes per participant)
  • Observer notes and suggestions

1:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Live Case Study Interviews: Round 2

  • Session Overview: Second round of live case study interviews with different interviewers
  • Focus on refining approaches based on feedback from Round 1
  • Activities:Case study interview (30 minutes per participant)
  • Group debrief to discuss key learnings
  • Feedback session with tips for improvement

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Panel Discussion: Insights from Consultants

  • Session Overview: Panel discussion with current consultants from McKinsey, Bain, and BCG
  • Discussion topics: Interview experiences, firm cultures, career advice
  • Activities: Q&A session with participants Networking opportunity

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Final Review & Next Steps

  • Session Overview: Recap of the day's key lessons
  • Overview of additional resources for case study practice and consulting applications
  • Personalized action plans for participants
  • Activities: Group discussion on individual takeaways
  • Setting goals and next steps for application processes