The client is a mid-sized precision manufacturing company in India exploring whether to enter the global iPhone component supply chain. The case will test the candidate’s ability to size the opportunity, evaluate costs, assess competition, and recommend a strategy for entry and scale.
Hybrid cases are business problems that blend multiple case types—such as profitability, market entry, pricing, growth strategy, or even M&A—into a single scenario. Unlike traditional cases that test one framework at a time, hybrid cases require candidates to move across different approaches, connect insights from various domains, and adapt their problem-solving as new information unfolds. They closely mirror real consulting projects, where challenges are rarely isolated and often demand a mix of strategic, financial, and operational thinking.
To ensure you have the best possible experience, treat this simulation like the real thing. Here are a few tips to help you prepare:
Grab a Pen and Paper: This is essential. You'll need it to structure your thoughts, perform calculations, and take notes on the information you receive.
Find a Quiet Space: The AI interviewer is sensitive to voice input and will be interrupted if it detects noise, therefore find a quiet spot and give the interview as you would for any other interview.
Think Out Loud: Your thought process is what's being evaluated. Verbalize your structure, your hypotheses, and your math so the interviewer can follow your logic.
The Persona is a Test: Your AI interviewer will be professional and demanding. This is intentional to simulate the pressure of a real consulting interview. Stay confident and trust your analysis.
The AI is a Tool, Not a Person: Our simulation is highly advanced, but it's not perfect. If it seems to misunderstand something, simply clarify your question and continue with your logical approach.
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