Booz & Company
Approaching a case

We have all been there: that moment during an interview when we are asked about our approach to solving a case. Here are our top tips for helping you to get through this process:

  • Listen carefully, ask questions if there are any points you do not understand.
  • Summarize the case in your own words to be sure you understand the problem. 
  • Take some time to think, don’t be afraid of silence! 
  • Find a way to structure the problem, that will be helpful when you work towards a solution. 
  • Work through the answer out loud, so the interviewer can evaluate your analytical structure 
  • Be confident and, perhaps most importantly – relax and have fun!

Remember there is no "right" way of answering a case; nor is there always one "correct" answer. If you have demonstrated your thought process and come to a logical conclusion, you have successfully "cracked the case".