L.E.K. Consulting interviews
L.E.K. Consulting interviewsUnited States and global · consultants
How the process runs
“In general, there will be several rounds that will include a mixture of experiential and case interviews (both quantitative and strategic cases are possible).”
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Experiential and case rounds
Practise the case round: hold the scope when the client adds a constraint.
Example“The first round included two interviews, one focusing on case strategy and one that was more quantitative.”
Teddy SimsonFirst-year Associate, Boston office
A strategy case and a quantitative case
Practise the case round: hold the scope when the client adds a constraint.
ExampleThe case as a client meeting
“Commit yourself to a course of action, but show flexibility and a willingness to rethink in the face of new data”
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What they assess: how you solve problems
“An interview is your opportunity to show us how you think. We use case-based interviews so we can see how you approach specific business problems, marshalling data and your own experiences to reach and defend a conclusion.”
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How to answer
“Listen to the question, repeat or paraphrase to be sure you understand; state your assumptions and restate the facts”
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Paraphrase and state your assumptions
Practise closing with the decision you need from the client.
ExampleHow to prepare
“Practice with people who currently work in strategy consulting; know what kind of work we do, as this will help you anticipate the kinds of question you may be asked”
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Practise with consultants
Practise a full case: confirm the outcome, compare scope, respond to a cut.
ExampleLast reviewed