S23E27: Former BCG Consultant Runs a Live Higher Education Case Interview

Send us Fan MailThis episode is presented by Bates White, one of the world's top economic consulting firms. If you're an undergraduate rising junior (Class of 2028), Bates White internship applications open in August. Learn more.Consulting firms are moving towards non-traditional cases. They want to see if you can think, not just if you've memorized a framework. This one is a BCG-style case built around two universities launching a joint degree from zero. Ex-BCG coach Yusuf Shaikh runs candidate Wasif through it live – the structure, the math behind a 240-student enrollment target, and the real-time correction when the numbers had no framework behind them.Wasif had the right answer and still lost the case on structure. Yusuf explains why – and what to do differently.Coaching:Black Belt is how you get a dedicated coach, a personalized prep plan, and coaching from experts like Yusuf who know what MBB is looking forBook a free 15-minute call with Katie to discuss your optionsResources:Create a free account and get access to our Case Foundations course, market research, and job board – no credit card requiredLaugh Love LawReal conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management ConsultedCreate a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep todaySchedule a free 15min consultation with the MC TeamWatch the video version of the podcast on YouTubeFollow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTokJoin an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more