Case Coach Subscription

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The information about Case Coach below was provided by the MBS Careers Team through Canvas.

Access Information through Canvas

To access this on Canvas, please follow this link if you are a student in a full-time cohort or this one if you are a part-timer. Otherwise, you can navigate to the page and access further resources by accessing the Career Services page on Canvas.

Expressions of Interest

You must request access to a Case Coach subscription from the Careers Team by submitting your responses to EOI questions found at the bottom of this page.

  • About Case Coach

    Case Coach is an online platform developed by a former McKinsey consultant to assist students in successfully navigating the MBB interview process.

    It's utilised by BCG to prepare interviewees and has been endorsed by MBS alumni who have excelled in MBB firms. While its main focus is on MBB, Case Coach provides excellent preparation for all consulting case interviews.

  • What You'll Get

    • Watch short video lectures break down the 12 essential skills evaluated in both fit and case interviews, offering advice and strategies for developing and showcasing these abilities
    • Access 21 interview videos showcasing real candidates who later joined Bain, BCG, and McKinsey, accompanied by in-depth commentary on their performance
    • Explore a collection of over 80 exclusive case studies with solutions, resembling the scorecard your interviewer employs, aiding in thorough preparation
    • Use the practice feature to arrange mock interviews with peers and monitor your progress over time
      • Find a list of current MBS students who are also seeking case buddies to practice with our Case Buddy Program
    • Engage in maths, structuring, and exhibit drills to sharpen critical skills

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Who is eligible? Open to current students with ideally 6 months before finishing classes. Note: If you have already completed classes and require the use of this tool we recommend you purchase an individual subscription as it is a cost-effective investment.

    When should I use this? Please remember that it can take 3-6 months to prepare for case interviews. Case Coach is not used for last-minute consulting interview preparation.

    How should I use this? To get the most out of Case Coach you should try to complete all modules. Hint: it’s not the only tool. You need to still understand the individual firms, practice areas, network with target alumni, and practice live cases.

    How long do I have access to it? Your MBS registration will be accessible for 6 months or 3 months after graduating. To extend your registration past one year you’ll need to pay for it.

    What are some limitations? Performing well in Case Coach does not guarantee you’ll land a job in consulting. Not all firms use case interviews so know what the interview process is like before expressing interest in being registered for Case Coach.

  • Expressions of Interest in Case Coach

    Please email careers@mbs.edu answers to the following questions:

    • Brief explanation of why you are interested in consulting, what you’ve already done to prepare for a consulting career and general knowledge of consulting.
    • When do you intend to apply for consulting jobs?
    • When will you complete your studies?
    • Have you met with you Career Coach to discuss your consulting career journey?

    Registration Process: Answers to EOI reviewed by the MBS Careers team. If satisfactory, then an account will be created using your UniMelb email address. Case Coach system generates invite email with instructions on how to register.