Mastering Mock Case Interview Examples: McKinsey, BCG & Bain in Practice
You have big ambitions landing an internship or job at McKinsey, BCG, or Bain. In this article, you will see real mock case interview examples and learn how to tackle them step by step. These cases are drawn from published practice cases from McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, plus insight from coaching guides and expert commentary. Let’s dive in and turn your case skills from shaky to sharp. Why Practice Mock Case Examples Matters Real style exposure: Every firm has its own flavour McKinsey leans structured, BCG mixes styles, Bain emphasizes fit and business sense. Speed and confidence under pressure: The more cases you do, the faster you become in structuring, doing math, and arriving at insights. Feedback loop: Doing mock cases helps you find your blind spots weak math, unclear communication, or weak frameworks. Sample Mock Cases and Walkthroughs Here are three illustrative mock cases and how to think through them: 1. McKinsey Profitability Case: “Beautify” • Prompt: A cosmetics compa...