How to prepare for a case interview with Akshay Yeolekar

Preparing for a consulting case interview and not sure where to start? This free 1-page cheat sheet gives you the essentials in one place.

What's inside:

1. What a case interview really is, and what interviewers look for (how you think, not one "right" answer)
2. 9 tips that apply to every case interview: clarify the objective, structure your thinking, think aloud, listen and adapt, and more
3. Separate checklists for in-person and virtual interviews
4. Practice cases from Bain, plus external prep resources recommended by Bain

Who it's for:

Students and professionals applying to consulting roles who want a quick, no-fluff starting point before they dive into full case prep.

How to use it:

Read it once, then keep it open while you practice cases. Use the tips as a checklist after each mock.