Case Interviews
How can I organise the numbers before setting up case interview equations?
I have a technical background, but I keep making quantitative case problems more complicated than they need to be. Once there are several numbers involved I lose track of what goes where. How should I set the information out before trying to build the equation?
Ian’s Answer
#1 recommendation. Use tables for multi-dimensional data.
If the interviewer gives you linear data, you can simply jot it down on the LHS. However, if they say, for example "We have 4 main costs", you better be setting up a table ASAP! Those 4 costs will be your rows, and any additional information given will be in each respective column.
Not only will this help you write down all of the information quickly AND keep track of it, but it will help you figure out where to go next!
By the way, the same applies for exhibits. Write down the key information back onto your sheet!