Two cases, pretty standard profitability/market sizing, wasn't as hard as regular cases that I practiced so you really have to be excellent to stand out, math was pretty easy. Pretty standard behavioral questions, make sure you have good answers to why Bain
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Bain & Company (San Francisco, CA) in Apr 2024
Interview
The interview process involved two 30-minute sessions with partners from the firm. These interviews were conducted in a relaxed and informal manner, which created a comfortable atmosphere. The interviewers were approachable and amicable, making the experience pleasant and engaging.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Bain & Company (Chicago, IL) in Mar 2024
Interview
I had a power-round interview with a recruiter and partner each with 30 minute cases. Both cases weren't too difficult but I was unfamiliar with some concepts we explored which probably led to me not getting the position among other things
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
First case: a furniture company & its competitors. The client at hand had 3 products whilst the competitor had 2 (same products). I was asked to see the differences in their profitability, then to calculate gross profit margin, and then determine what the client should do to improve competitiveness and profitability.
