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Deloitte case interviews are the most difficult part of the interview process. Deloitte interviews are comprised of case interviews, a group case interview, and behavioral or fit interview questions. You will need to pass every single Deloitte case interview in order to land a job offer.

In this comprehensive article, we’ll cover exactly what to expect in your upcoming Deloitte interview and how to best answer all of the different types of questions, including Deloitte case interviews. We’ll cover in detail:

• Deloitte interview process
• What is a Deloitte case interview?
• What does a Deloitte case interview assess?
• How to solve Deloitte case interviews
• The different types of Deloitte case interviews
• Examples of Deloitte case interviews
• Deloitte case interview tips
• How to prepare for Deloitte case interviews
• How to solve the Deloitte group case interview
• Deloitte behavioral and fit interview questions
• Recommended Deloitte case interview resources

If you’re looking for a step-by-step shortcut to learn case interviews quickly, enroll in our case interview course . These insider strategies from a former Bain interviewer helped 30,000+ land consulting offers while saving hundreds of hours of prep time.

Deloitte Interview Process

The Deloitte interview process typically consists of two rounds of interview that include case interviews, a group case interview, and behavioral or fit interview questions. The entire interview process can take anywhere from one week to a few months.

Given its size, Deloitte may have a different interview process depending on the country or the office that you are interviewing for. However, the most common interview process consists of two rounds of interviews following the submission of your Deloitte resume .

• First round interviews : you will have one 30 to 45-minute behavioral interview and one or two 30 to 45-minute case interviews.
• Final round interviews : you will have a 30 to 45-minute behavioral interview, a 30 to 45-minute case interview, and a one hour group case interview

There are three important distinctions between your first round Deloitte interview and your final round Deloitte interview.

One, your interviewers will likely be more senior people at Deloitte. This means that the case interviews you receive may be a bit less structured and more qualitative in nature. The case interview may feel more like a discussion where you and the interviewer are discussing your opinions and ideas on a business problem.

Two, there will be more of an emphasis on assessing your fit with the firm. The first round interview is primarily used as a screener to determine whether or not you can solve case interviews effectively and whether or not you have the potential to be a great consultant.

Final round interviews will also continue to assess this, but interviewers will also be determining whether or not you would be a great fit with the office. Are you coachable and easy to work with? Are you collaborative? These are a few of the qualities that interviewers want to see.

Three, your interviewers may read the notes that your interviewers wrote during your Deloitte first round interview. If there was a particular area of the case interview that you struggled with, interviewers may want to test you again on it to make sure that it is not a significant weakness.

What is a Deloitte Case Interview?

A Deloitte case interview, also known as a “case” for short, is a 30 to 60-minute exercise in which you and the interviewer work together to develop a recommendation or answer to a business problem.

These business problems can be anything that real companies face:

• How can Amazon increase its profitability?
• What can Apple do to increase customer retention?
• How should Tesla price its new electric vehicle?
• Where should Disney open another Disneyland theme park?

Deloitte case interviews simulate what the consulting job will be like by placing you in a hypothetical business situation. Cases simulate real business problems that consulting firms solve for their clients. Many Deloitte case interviews are based on actual projects that interviewers have worked on.

While consulting projects typically last between 3 to 9 months, case interviews condense solving the business problem into just 30 to 45 minutes.

Deloitte case interviews can cover any industry, including retail, consumer packaged goods, financial services, energy, education, healthcare, government, and technology.

They can also cover a wide range of business situations, including entering a new market, launching a new product, acquiring a company, improving profitability, and growing revenues.

Although Deloitte case interviews cover a wide range of industries and business situations, no technical or specialized knowledge is needed. Unless you are interviewing for a consulting firm that specializes in a particular industry or function, cases are designed to be solved by someone that has general business knowledge.

Nailing your Deloitte case interviews is critical to get a job at Deloitte. There is no way to get a Deloitte job offer without passing your case interviews.

What Does a Deloitte Case Interview Assess?

Deloitte case interviews assess five different qualities or characteristics: logical and structured thinking, analytical problem solving, business acumen, communication skills, and personality and cultural fit.

1. Logical and structured thinking : Consultants need to be organized and methodical in order to work efficiently.

• Can you structure complex problems in a clear, simple way?
• Can you take tremendous amounts of information and data and identify the most important points?
• Can you use logic and reason to make appropriate conclusions?

2. Analytical problem solving : Consultants work with a tremendous amount of data and information in order to develop recommendations to complex problems.

• Can you read and interpret data well?
• Can you perform math computations smoothly and accurately?
• Can you conduct the right analyses to draw the right conclusions?

3. Business acumen : A strong business instinct helps consultants make the right decisions and develop the right recommendations.

• Do you have a basic understanding of fundamental business concepts?
• Do your conclusions and recommendations make sense from a business perspective?

4. Communication skills : Consultants need strong communication skills to collaborate with teammates and clients effectively.

• Can you communicate in a clear, concise way?
• Are you articulate in what you are saying?

5. Personality and cultural fit : Consultants spend a lot of time working closely in small teams. Having a personality and attitude that fits with the team makes the whole team work better together.

• Are you coachable and easy to work with?
• Are you pleasant to be around?

All of these five qualities can be assessed in just a 30 to 60-minute Deloitte case interview. This is what makes case interviews so effective in assessing consulting candidates.

How to Solve Deloitte Case Interviews

Deloitte case interviews are candidate-led. You will be in the driver’s seat of the case interview and will be expected to ask the right questions, probe for data, and propose each next step to solve the case.

In a Deloitte case interview, you are not assessed on whether or not you have the correct answer. Instead, Deloitte uses case interviews to assess six different qualities:

• Problem solving : Can you decompose a problem into smaller, more manageable questions?
• Analytical ability : Can you draw the right insights from data and information?
• Strategic thinking : Do you have a sharp business acumen and practical business judgment?
• Logical thinking : Are you structured, organized, and rational in the way that you think?
• Creativity : Can you generate interesting or unique ideas and solutions?
• Professional demeanor : Are you calm, confident, and articulate?

Our step-by-step guide to case interviews is presented in the video below. We highly recommend watching that video in its entirety. 

On Deloitte's case interview website , they recommend taking five   steps to solve a case interview:

1. Understand the issue and ask clarifying questions

The most important part of the case interview is to make sure you understand the business issue and the objective of the case. The quickest way to fail a case interview is to answer or address the wrong business problem. 

Therefore, if either the business issue or objective of the case is unclear, make sure to ask clarifying questions.

2. Identify the underlying assumptions

Next, you’ll need to decompose the overall business problem into smaller, more manageable issues. Identify what would need to be true in order for you to recommend a particular course of action.

To do this, it will be helpful to put together a framework, which is a tool that helps you organize your ideas and thoughts into different categories. For a complete guide on how to create tailored and unique frameworks for each case, check out our article on case interview frameworks .

3. Summarize specific issues and findings

Afterwards, you’ll begin investigating different issues or areas of your framework. After investigating each one, it is important that you summarize the key takeaways or insights that you uncovered.

Connect these findings back to the overall business problem and explain how your findings impact your potential recommendation.

4. State your recommendations

Once you have gathered enough evidence and support for your recommendation, you will need to present your recommendation in a clear and concise way.

Start by giving a firm recommendation. Then, provide the three major reasons that support your recommendation. This should summarize most of the important findings from the case.

5. Outline next steps and the expected results or impact

After delivering a recommendation, you should propose potential next steps that you would take if you had more time or data. What would you need to know to further strengthen your recommendation or make you more confident in your answer?

You can also talk about the expected results or impact of your recommendation. This may also have implications on potential next steps, such as analyzing the risks or quantifying the financial benefits. 

The Different Types of Deloitte Case Interviews

There are three different types of Deloitte case interviews, one type for each of Deloitte's consulting groups:  

• Strategy & Operations : primarily focused on corporate strategy, supply-chain improvement, business model transformation, and process improvements. The work that this group does is most similar to the work that McKinsey, BCG, and Bain do
• Business Technology : primarily focused on digital strategy, delivery of information technology programs, and building tech-based solutions for clients
• Human Capital : primarily focused on organization transformation, change management, corporate learning and development, and diversity and inclusion

The type of case that you get depends on what group you are interviewing with. 

For example, If you are interviewing with the Strategy & Operations group, you’ll get a strategy or operations case . You may be asked to determine whether to enter a new market, launch a new product, or make an acquisition.

If you are interviewing with the Technology group, you’ll get a technology or IT case. You may be asked to determine whether to roll out a new IT system, how to assess different technologies, or how to best coordinate an IT transformation.

If you are interviewing with the Human Capital group, you may be asked to determine the optimal organization structure, how to better incentivize employees to perform better, or how to save payroll costs.

Examples of Deloitte Case Interviews

Below are practice cases created by Deloitte. We recommend working through these so that you know exactly what to expect in your Deloitte case interview.

For undergraduates:

• Engagement Strategy: Federal Agency V (strategy case)
• Recreation Unlimited (strategy case)
• Strategic Vision: Federal Benefits Provider (strategy case)
• MedX: The Smart Pill Bottle (business technology case)
• Architecture Strategy: Federal Finance Agency (business technology case)

For advanced degree students:

• Finance strategy: Federal Health Agency (strategy case)
• Talent Management: Federal Civil Cargo Protection Bureau (strategy case)

For more practice, check out our article on 23 MBA consulting casebooks with 700+ free practice cases .

  Deloitte Case Interview Tips

Below are eight of Deloitte's case interview tips to help you improve your case interview performance.

Tip #1: Take notes

While the interviewer is providing you with the case background information, take notes on the most important pieces of information. Pay particularly close attention to the context, company, and case objective.

Tip #2: Make sure you understand the case question

Answering or addressing the wrong business problem is the quickest way to fail a case interview. The most important thing is understanding what the business issue is and what overall question you’ll be expected to answer at the end of the case. 

Tip #3: Ask questions

Do not be afraid to ask questions. You will not be penalized for asking questions that are important and relevant to the case. 

Great questions to ask include asking for the definition of an unfamiliar term, asking questions that clarify the objective of the issue, and asking questions to strengthen your understanding of the context or company.

Tip #4: After you develop a framework, develop an initial hypothesis

A hypothesis is an educated guess on the answer based on the data and information that you have so far. It helps guide your analysis and keeps you on the right track.

After developing a framework, try to develop a hypothesis to help you decide what area of your framework you should explore first.

Tip #5: Take time to structure your thoughts

When asked a question in a case interview, don’t always start answering immediately. Instead, take the time to process the question and develop an organized and structured way to answer it. It is acceptable to ask the interview for a brief moment to collect your thoughts.

Your answer will likely be much stronger if you give yourself time to think. 

Tip #6: Present a clear, logical story for your recommendation

Remember that consultants need to convince clients to follow their proposed recommendations. Being articulate and persuasive are necessary skills for consultants.

When you deliver your recommendation, try to make it a coherent story. This will make your recommendation easier to follow and more compelling.

Tip #7: Walk the interviewer through your thinking and explain assumptions

You do not get any points for the ideas and thinking that you do not communicate. Therefore, you should make every effort to talk through your thoughts out loud.

Walk the interviewer through what you are thinking. Explain why you have made particular decisions. State your assumptions. This makes it easier for the interviewer to provide feedback or hints to help you out.

Tip #8: Engage the interviewer in a business conversation

Remember that a case interview is a collaborative exercise. You should not be dismissing the feedback and suggestions that the interviewer provides you. They may be trying to help steer the case in the right direction or provide you with hints when you get stuck.

Treat the interviewer as your teammate and turn the case interview into a business conversation.

How to Prepare for Deloitte Case Interviews

There are seven steps to preparing for Deloitte case interviews.

1. Understand what a case interview is

The first step in preparing for Deloitte case interviews is to understand exactly what case interviews are.

When you are familiar with what case interviews are, it is important to know what a great Deloitte case interview performance looks like.

Knowing what a great Deloitte case interview performance looks like will facilitate how quickly you learn case interview strategies in the next step.

Before continuing onto the next step, you should be familiar with:

• The overall objective of a case interview
• The structure and flow of a case interview
• The types of questions you could get asked
• What a great case interview performance looks like

2. Learn the right strategies

Now that you have sufficient background knowledge, the next step in preparing for Deloitte case interviews is to learn the right strategies to build good case interview habits.

It is much more effective to learn the right case strategies the first time than to learn poor strategies and try to correct them later.

The quickest, most efficient way to learn these strategies is to go through our Comprehensive Case Interview Course .

If you prefer reading case interview prep books instead, the three I recommend are:

• The Ultimate Case Interview Workbook
• Case Interview Secrets

Hacking the Case Interview provides strategies on exactly what to do and what to say in every step of the case interview. It is a concise and straight to the point guide. I recommend this book as the first book to read for beginners.

Case Interview Secrets teaches core concepts such as the issue tree , drill-down analysis, and a hypothesis driven approach. It illustrates these concepts through stories and anecdotes. If you have read Hacking the Case Interview, I recommend also reading this book to get perspectives from a second author. Check out our full review of Case Interview Secrets .

Case in Point provides a ton of specific and complex frameworks. However, you likely won’t be using many of these in an actual case interview because many of them are overly complex and specific. If you have time, it may be useful to skim through this book. Check out our full review of Case in Point .

At the bare minimum, read either the first or second book. If you have the time, read the first two books so that you can get strategies from two different authors.

Make sure to spend sufficient time learning the right strategies before starting to practice cases. It is ineffective to practice cases if you have no idea what strategies to practice and refine.

Before moving onto the next step, you should at least have strategies for the following parts of a case interview:

• Developing unique and tailored frameworks
• Solving quantitative problems
• Answering qualitative questions
• Delivering a recommendation

3. Practice 3-5 cases by yourself

Once you have learned the right strategies, the next step in Deloitte case interview prep is to practice.

When practicing case interviews, it is usually better to practice with a case interview partner than to practice by yourself . Casing with a partner better simulates the real case interview experience.

However, when you are just starting to practice, I recommend doing the first 3 – 5 cases by yourself.

There are three reasons for this:

• You can get the hang of the case interview structure and format much more quickly working by yourself rather than having to wait to schedule a time with a partner
• There are many aspects of case interviews that you can practice without a partner, such as structuring a framework and solving quantitative problems. You can get much more practice working through these parts by yourself
• You may have difficulty finding a case interview partner if you are a complete beginner. Without having done any cases, you likely won’t know how to properly give a case or provide good feedback

4. Practice 5-10 cases with a partner

The next step in preparing for Deloitte case interviews is to case with a partner.

Casing with a partner is the best way to simulate a real case interview. There are many aspects of case interviews that you won’t be able to improve on unless you practice live with a partner.

When practicing cases with a partner, ensure you are spending enough time after cases to deliver feedback.

For a case that takes around 30 – 40 minutes, spend at least 15 – 20 minutes for feedback. Much of your learning and improvement will come from these feedback sessions.

Do not move onto the next step until you have done at least 5 – 10 cases and are beginning to feel comfortable with case interviews.

5. Practice with a former or current consultant

At this point, I highly recommend asking former or current consultants to give you a practice case. This will significantly help you prepare for case interviews.

Doing a mock case with a former or current consultant is highly advantageous because they know exactly how to run cases and give feedback. You’ll receive incredibly helpful feedback that your previous case partners likely missed.

If you feel that you are plateauing with your case partner, that is a sign you should do a mock case interview with a former or current consultant.

You can find former or current consultants among:

• People you met during the consulting recruiting process
• Your broader LinkedIn network

I would not ask a consultant that is involved with the consulting recruiting process for a case too prematurely. Although these practice cases are not evaluative, some firms will actually make note of how well you perform during the practice case.

At this point, you will have accumulated a long list of improvement areas from all of the different people you have cased with.

6. Work on your improvement areas

In this step of preparing for Deloitte case interviews, you will work on strengthening and fine-tuning your improvement areas. Examples of common improvement areas include:

• Creating a more complete and mutually exclusive framework
• Performing math calculations quicker or more smoothly
• Providing more structure to your qualitative answers
• Leading the case more proactively
• Delivering a more succinct recommendation

Try to focus on improving one thing at a time. This is much more effective than trying to improve everything at once.

For some areas, such as math, it will be better to work independently. For other areas, such as learning to proactively lead the case, it will be better to work with a case partner.

If you are looking for more cases, look at the resources listed in step four. If you are looking for specific drills or practice problems for a particular part of a case interview, check out The Ultimate Case Interview Workbook .

Do not move onto the next step until you have finished working on all of your improvement areas.

7. Stay sharp

If you have progressed this far, congratulations! You have almost finished preparing for Deloitte case interviews.

Once you feel that you have no more improvement areas to work on, the key is to not burn yourself out by doing too many unnecessary cases.

While each case that you do makes you slightly better, there is a point when doing too many cases can create case fatigue right before your interview. Case fatigue can negatively impact your interview performance.

On the other hand, you also don’t want to go weeks without having done a case. You may end up forgetting strategies or become rusty and slow.

Once you have achieved case mastery, I recommend doing no more than 2 cases per week in the weeks leading up to your interview. This ensures that you remain sharp for case interviews, but don’t have case fatigue.

How to Solve the Deloitte Group Case Interview

Deloitte is one of the few consulting firms that uses group case interviews in their final round of interviews. They conduct group case interviews because Deloitte’s work culture has a huge emphasis on teamwork and culture fit.

Here’s what to expect:

• You’ll be put into a group with 3 to 5 other candidates
• The interviewer will hand out case materials
• You’ll be given 10 minutes to review the case materials and prepare
• The group will have a discussion for 20 minutes
• During this discussion, interviewers will be observing candidates and will not interfere
• Afterwards, the interviewer will ask the group specific questions for another 20 minutes

Group case interviews can be challenging to prepare for because it is difficult to replicate the exact conditions to practice them. However, if you prepare for case interviews well, you will be in a great position to succeed in group case interviews.

Your goal in a group case interview is to add value to the group. There are six different ways that you can add value:

• Lead or facilitate the discussion : You can propose what topics to discuss, the order they should be discussed in, and how much time should be allocated towards each topic. If the group gets off track, you can bring the group’s focus back together.
• Expand upon other people’s ideas : If a group member suggests a great idea or raises a good point, build upon it and make it even better.
• Synthesize information : You can summarize information that other people have said and reconcile different viewpoints and ideas together.
• Keep track of time : You can volunteer to keep track of time and make sure that the group is on track.
• Play devil’s advocate : You can help your group develop strong ideas by testing the team’s thinking by considering potential risks or downsides of their ideas.
• Take notes:  You can keep track of what other people are saying so that you can recall what has been discussed if any group members have questions.

Follow these five tips to shine during your Deloitte group case interview.

Tip #1: Treat your group members as teammates, not competition

The group case interview is not an exercise in which you are competing with others. Interviewers are trying to assess whether you would be a great teammate. Multiple people or even all people in your group can receive job offers.

Therefore, focus on adding value to the group rather than making yourself look better than your teammates.

Tip #2: Don’t speak too much, but don’t speak too little

If you speak too much, this may be seen as being too aggressive or controlling. If you speak too little, you may come off as shy or timid.

If you were to rank all of the members in your group by how much each person spoke, you would want to be roughly in the middle. This would be the perfect balance of speaking and listening.

Tip #3: Don’t interrupt or talk over your group members

Interrupting others when they are speaking is rude and disrespectful. You do not want to be inconsiderate or a jerk. Be nice and respectful to your group members.

Tip #4: Involve other people

If you observe that someone has not spoken much, ask them for their thoughts or opinions. If you notice that someone has been cut off when they were speaking, ask them to finish their thoughts after the person interrupting them has finished what they have to say.

These are easy ways to show interviewers that you are a considerate and helpful teammate.

Tip #5: Speak only if you are adding value to the group

Just because you are speaking a lot during the group case interview does not mean that you are doing well. Interviewers are not assessing you purely on the quantity of what you say. They care more about the quality.

Great teammates know when to speak and when to listen. Therefore, you should speak only if you are adding some kind of value to the group. Interviewers can tell when people are speaking for the sake of getting air time.

For a full guide on group case interviews, check out our consulting group case interview step-by-step guide .

Deloitte Behavioral and Fit Interview Questions

In addition to case interviews, you will likely be asked a few behavioral or fit interview questions. There are ten questions that are most commonly asked.

1. Why Deloitte?

How to answer: Provide your three biggest reasons why you’re interested in working at Deloitte. You could mention that you loved the people that you have met from Deloitte so far. You can talk about Deloitte’s massive global presence, their expertise in nearly any industry or function, or their professional development opportunities.

2. Why consulting?

How to answer: Again, provide three reasons for why you’re interested in consulting. You could mention the fast career progression opportunities, the learning opportunities to develop soft and hard skills, or the level of impact that you can make right away in consulting.

3. Walk me through your resume.

How to answer: Provide a concise summary of your work experience, starting with the most recent. Focus on emphasizing your most impressive and unique accomplishments. At the end, tie your experiences to why you are interested in consulting and why you would be a great fit for Deloitte.

4. What accomplishment are you most proud of? 

How to answer: Choose your most impressive, unique, or memorable accomplishment. Structure your answer by providing information on the situation, the task, the actions you took, and the results of your work. Explain why the accomplishment is so meaningful to you and what qualities that reveals about you as a person.

5. Tell me about something that is not on your resume.

How to answer: This is a great opportunity to highlight an accomplishment that is not related to your professional work experience. Perhaps there is a non-profit that you volunteer at, a side project or business that you work on, or a hobby that you have won awards or recognition for. Select an accomplishment that is impressive and interesting.

6. Tell me about a time when you had to lead a team.

How to answer: If possible, choose a time when you directly managed a person or a team. For this question and the following similar questions, make sure that you structure your answer. Provide information on the situation, the task, the actions you took, and the results of your work. This is known as the STAR method and is the most common way of answering behavioral or fit interview questions. 

7. Describe a time when you faced conflict or disagreement.

How to answer: When answering this question, focus on emphasizing the steps you took to resolve the conflict or disagreement. Speak about the interpersonal skills you had to use in order to mediate the situation. Interviewers want to know that you can handle conflict in a constructive way.

8. Give an example of a time when you successfully persuaded someone.

How to answer: Choose a time when you were able to change someone’s mind who originally disagreed with you. Focus on emphasizing the steps that you took to persuade that person and what impact this had on the organization. Interviewers want to know that you are a great communicator and have strong people skills.

9. Tell me about a time when you failed.

How to answer: Choose a time when you failed to meet a deadline or did not meet expectations. You do not want to pick a failure that is too big or embarrassing. Focus on emphasizing what you learned from the experience and how you used that experience to deliver even better results in the next opportunity that you got. Interviewers want to see that you strive to learn from your past failures and are always working to get better.

10. Are there any questions that you have for me?

How to answer: This is a fantastic opportunity to get to know the interviewer on a more personal level. Ask them questions about their experience in consulting. Ask what their favorite case was or what they are looking to do next in their career. The more you can get the interviewer talking about themself, the more likely they will be to have a positive impression of you. People love talking about themselves, so make sure to listen attentively and ask follow-up questions.

For a step-by-step guide on how to best answer all of these questions and more, check out our complete guide on consulting behavioral interview questions .

Recommended Deloitte Case Interview Resources

To prepare for Deloitte case interviews, you can use a variety of different case interview prep books, online courses, and coaching. We'll cover each of these different categories of resources in more detail.

Deloitte Case Interview Prep Books

Case interview prep books are great resources to use because they are fairly inexpensive, only costing $20 to $30. They contain a tremendous amount of information that you can read, digest, and re-read at your own pace.

Based on our comprehensive review of the 12 popular case interview prep books , we ranked nearly all of the case prep books in the market.

The three case interview prep books we recommend using are:  

• Hacking the Case Interview : In this book, learn exactly what to do and what to say in every step of the case interview. This is the perfect book for beginners that are looking to learn the basics of case interviews quickly.
• The Ultimate Case Interview Workbook : In this book, hone your case interview skills through 65+ problems tailored towards each type of question asked in case interviews and 15 full-length practice cases. This book is great for intermediates looking to get quality practice.
• Case Interview Secrets : This book provides great explanations of essential case interview concepts and fundamentals. The stories and anecdotes that the author provides are entertaining and help paint a clear picture of what to expect in a case interview, what interviewers are looking for, and how to solve a case interview.

Deloitte Case Interview Courses

Case interview courses are more expensive to use than case interview prep books, but offer more efficient and effective learning. You’ll learn much more quickly from watching someone teach you the material, provide examples, and then walk through practice problems than from reading a book by yourself.

Courses typically cost anywhere between $200 to $400.

If you are looking for a single resource to learn the best Deloitte case interview strategies in the most efficient way possible, enroll in our comprehensive case interview course .

Through 70+ concise video lessons and 20 full-length practice cases based on real interviews from top-tier consulting firms, you’ll learn step-by-step how to crush your Deloitte case interview.

We’ve had students pass their Deloitte first round interview with just a week of preparation, but know that your success depends on the amount of effort you put in and your starting capabilities.

Deloitte Case Interview Coaching

With case interview coaching, you’ll pay anywhere between $100 to $300 for a 40- to 60-minute mock case interview session with a case coach. Typically, case coaches are former consultants or interviewers that have worked at top-tier consulting firms.

Although very expensive, case interview coaching can provide you with high quality feedback that can significantly improve your case interview performance. By working with a case coach, you will be practicing high quality cases with an expert. You’ll get detailed feedback that ordinary case interview partners are not able to provide.

Know that you do not need to purchase case interview coaching to receive a consulting job offer. The vast majority of candidates that receive offers from top firms did not purchase case interview coaching. By purchasing case interview coaching, you are essentially purchasing convenience and learning efficiency.

Case interview coaching is best for those that have already learned as much as they can about case interviews on their own and feel that they have reached a plateau in their learning. For case interview beginners and intermediates, it may be a better use of their money to first purchase a case interview course or case interview prep book before purchasing expensive coaching sessions.

If you do decide to eventually use a case interview coach, consider using our case coaching service .

There is a wide range of quality among coaches, so ensure that you are working with someone that is invested in your development and success. If possible, ask for reviews from previous candidates that your coach has worked with.

Summary of the Best Deloitte Case Interview Resources

To prepare for Deloitte case interviews as well as case interviews from other consulting firms, we recommend the following resources:

• Comprehensive Case Interview Course (our #1 recommendation): The only resource you need. Whether you have no business background, rusty math skills, or are short on time, this step-by-step course will transform you into a top 1% caser that lands multiple consulting offers.
• Hacking the Case Interview Book   (available on Amazon): Perfect for beginners that are short on time. Transform yourself from a stressed-out case interview newbie to a confident intermediate in under a week. Some readers finish this book in a day and can already tackle tough cases.
• The Ultimate Case Interview Workbook (available on Amazon): Perfect for intermediates struggling with frameworks, case math, or generating business insights. No need to find a case partner – these drills, practice problems, and full-length cases can all be done by yourself.
• Case Interview Coaching : Personalized, one-on-one coaching with former consulting interviewers
• Behavioral & Fit Interview Course : Be prepared for 98% of behavioral and fit questions in just a few hours. We'll teach you exactly how to draft answers that will impress your interviewer
• Resume Review & Editing : Transform your resume into one that will get you multiple interviews

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The Deloitte Case Interview: Your Key to Success in Consulting

• The Interview Structure at Deloitte
• Prepare Yourself Sufficiently
• Take a Structured Approach
• Analytical Excellence is Key
• Communication: The Bridge to Success
• Embracing the Unexpected
• Continuous Learning and Feedback
• The Case Interview at Deloitte: Final Insights
• Further Reading
• Case Interviews at Deloitte

Deloitte, is one of the " Big Four " consulting firms worldwide and has a rigorous interview process. The case interview is not just a test, but a reflection of the real challenges consultants face here every day.

In order to fulfill your consulting dream job at Deloitte, it is important that you are well prepared for the case interview there and know the most important information about the interview structure . Here you will find seven important points to keep in mind during your preparation as well as further literature from Deloitte.

Deloitte's interview process is not just about assessing your analytical skills , but also about understanding your personality , teamwork skills, and adaptability. The combination of behavioral questions , case presentations, and group discussions provides a holistic view of a candidate's fit with the Deloitte culture . Depending on the country you are applying to, the Deloitte interview may vary. In most cases, the interview process consists of two rounds.

The first round of interviews is divided into two parts and includes the Behavioral Interview, which lasts approximately 30 - 45 minutes and concludes with an initial Case Interview, which will also last approximately 30 - 45 minutes.

The second and final round consists of three components:

• Behavioral interview (30 - 45 min)
• Case interview (30 - 45 min)
• Group interview (approx. 1 hour)

Tip: Learn about Deloitte's core values and mission . Aligning your answers with the company's ethics can make a significant difference.

The depth and breadth of your preparation can set you apart. Deloitte's cases are based on real-world scenarios , making it essential for candidates to be well-versed in global events, market trends, and industry-specific challenges .

Tip: Also, take advantage of case interview preparation groups or seek out case partners who have been through Deloitte's interview process before so you can get a feel for the relevant issues that are being actively addressed at Deloitte right now.

A structured approach is like a map during your case interview . It not only guides your thought process, but also ensures that you cover all the essential aspects of the case problem.

Tip: Use frameworks , but don't be limited by them. Adapt your approach to the nuances of the case presented and don't assume that your chosen framework will do the work for you.

In a data-driven world, the ability to dissect information, identify underlying patterns, and develop strategic solutions is invaluable. Deloitte's case interviews are designed to assess these very skills, often under time pressure .

Tip: Practice regularly with different case scenarios to sharpen your analytical thinking and data interpretation skills .

In consulting, the solution is only as good as its presentation. Deloitte emphasizes clear, concise, and effective communication , ensuring that clients not only understand the recommendations, but are convinced of their value.

Tip: Practice with colleagues or mentors and get feedback on your communication style. Focus on clarity, brevity and impact . This will help you especially in the group interview!

The real consulting world is often unpredictable. Deloitte's case interviews reflect this unpredictability and challenge candidates to think spontaneously and adapt to evolving scenarios.

Tip: Stay calm, confident and flexible. Use new information to refine your analysis and recommendations.

The consulting landscape is constantly evolving. Deloitte values individuals who are not only skilled, but also committed to continuous growth and learning. Post-interview feedback is a goldmine of insight and highlights strengths and opportunities for improvement.

Tip: Be open with feedback. Every piece of advice is a step toward your consulting ambitions.

The Deloitte case interview is not just an obstacle; it's an opportunity. With the right attitude, thorough preparation, and a dash of confidence, you can turn this challenge into a milestone for a successful consulting career. Remember that behind every case is a story waiting to be revealed - make it memorable.

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Deloitte is one of the world's leading management consulting firms, known for its excellence in advising global businesses and organizations. If you're aspiring to become a Deloitte consultant, you'll need to prepare thoroughly to ace your interview, which will include management consulting case questions.In this article, we'll take a deep dive into the Deloitte management consulting case interview, including the structure, essential tips for acing it, what to expect, how to research and prepare, key skills you'll need to excel, best practices for answering questions, sample questions and scenarios, common mistakes to avoid, tips on staying calm and confident, how to follow up after your interview, insights from former Deloitte consultants, and resources and tools to help you prepare.

Understanding the Deloitte management consulting case interview structure

The Deloitte case interview usually lasts for about an hour and has two parts. The first part typically includes questions about your resume, your background, your interests, and your experiences. The second part of the interview includes case questions, which are designed to test your problem-solving skills, analytical abilities, and communication skills.The case typically presents a business problem that requires a solution, and you'll be expected to come up with a strategic plan to solve it. The interviewer will assess your ability to gather and analyze information, develop a hypothesis, identify critical issues, and communicate your ideas effectively. You may need to use math, charts, and visuals to support your analysis and recommendations.

In addition to the case questions, Deloitte may also include behavioral questions in the interview. These questions are designed to assess your personality, work style, and ability to work in a team. You may be asked to describe a time when you faced a difficult situation at work and how you handled it, or to give an example of a time when you had to work with a difficult team member.It's important to prepare for the Deloitte case interview by practicing with sample cases and behavioral questions. You should also research the company and its culture, as well as the industry and market trends. This will help you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the business world, and to show that you are a good fit for Deloitte's consulting team.

Essential tips for acing your Deloitte case interview

To ace your Deloitte case interview, follow these essential tips:

• Practice, practice, practice: Practice with as many case questions as possible, read case studies, and engage in mock interviews with friends, family, or advisors.
• Be clear and concise: Use clear and concise language, avoid jargon, and explain your ideas in a structured and logical way.
• Be creative: Think outside the box and develop innovative solutions that differentiate you from others.
• Be curious: Ask insightful and relevant questions to clarify the problem, gather more information, and show your interest.
• Be confident: Believe in your abilities, speak clearly and confidently, and maintain eye contact.

Aside from the above tips, it is also important to research and understand the company's values, culture, and recent projects. This will help you tailor your solutions to fit the company's goals and objectives.

Furthermore, it is crucial to listen carefully to the interviewer's feedback and adjust your approach accordingly. This shows that you are receptive to feedback and can adapt to different situations.

Deloitte Public Sector Case Interview: What To Expect & How to Pass

• Last Updated January, 2024

Are you interested in helping the U.S. government and public sector work more effectively? Want to create impact by focusing on big problems facing the public sector?

If so, the Deloitte Government & Public Services practice might be the place to start your career. 

In this article, we’ll discuss:

• What type of work does Deloitte Federal Government and, more broadly, the Deloitte Government & Public Services practice do?
• What skills does the Deloitte Government & Public Services team look for?
• What does the Deloitte Government & Public Services case interview process look like?
• What do the Deloitte Government & Public Services behavioral interviews look like?
• Tips for passing the Deloitte Government & Public Services interview.

Let’s get started!

What Types of Work Does Deloitte Government & Public Services Group Do?

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What Do Deloitte Behavioral Interviews Look Like?

The Deloitte Government & Public Services Interview Process

3 Tips For Passing The Deloitte Government & Public Services Interviews

Brief history of deloitte and what the company does.

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, commonly referred to as Deloitte, is a multinational professional services network. The firm was founded by William Welch Deloitte in London, England in 1845 and expanded into the United States in 1890. Today, Deloitte continues to be headquartered in London but has offices that span over 150 countries and territories around the world.

Deloitte employs 345,000 professionals providing audit and assurance, tax and legal, consulting, financial advisory, and risk advisory services to nearly 90% of the Fortune Global 500 and thousands of private companies. Despite the continuously challenging global environment brought on by the pandemic, Deloitte’s 2021 revenues grew by 5.5% to reach $50.2 billion – making it the largest of the Big Four accounting and consulting firms by revenue.    

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Deloitte Government & Public Services (GPS) helps U.S. government leaders shape how they engage with their communities, nonprofits, and institutions. It was the company’s fastest-growing practice in 2021. (GPS works only with the U.S. government, but similar practices exist in other countries such as the Government & Infrastructure group in the U.K.)

Deloitte’s Government & Public Sector practice covers public sector clients in various American government agencies, including:

• Civil Government
• State, Local, and Higher Education
• Departments of Defense, Security and Justice
• Federal Health

The GPS practice focuses on technology-oriented solutions for government agencies and higher education clients, including cyber risk, cloud technologies, artificial intelligence, data science, and software engineering.    

On one hand, there are similarities between Deloitte’s Government & Public Service practice and its Commercial Consulting practice. Their market offerings are similar. Also, project resourcing for GPS and Commercial Consulting is from a shared pool of entry-level analysts and consultants in the Cross Consulting Group. Typically, Deloitte consultants align to a specific offering when they make senior consultant.

On the other hand, the GPS and Commercial Consulting practices also have some key differences. The GPS practice typically requires consultants staffed on the projects to be American citizens and to obtain a security clearance (which can be a long process). GPS engagements are also typically longer than the Commercial Consulting practice. They span anywhere between 6 months to a couple of years. However, given the length of the contracts, GPS practitioners often bill fewer hours and have less travel. This often leads to a better work-life balance for GPS consultants.

Similar to other management consulting firms and Deloitte’s Commercial Consulting practice, Deloitte’s GPS practice also looks for people who are able to demonstrate a mix of competencies such as problem-solving, creative thinking, and strong communication skills to help design and implement solutions for their clients. As Deloitte’s GPS practice also focuses on technology-oriented solutions, they also look for people with technical skills to provide a variety of expertise to their clients, which includes:

Artificial Intelligence – applies AI and machine learning techniques to accelerate and improve decision-making.    

They look for people who are:

• familiar with a variety of analytics and data tools,
• at ease with new technologies, algorithms, and technology concepts,
• experienced with AI solutions and technologies, and
• conversant in AI languages and programming.

Cloud  –  builds cloud solutions that transform data into actionable intelligence.

Deloitte looks for people who:

• enjoy troubleshooting tough problems and finding ways to simplify processes through the cloud,
• thrive in a highly collaborative, diverse team environment,
• want to build innovative solutions with experimentation and learning, and
• know how to leverage cloud capacities for government agencies and public institutions.

Cyber – combats the growing challenges of cyber threats.

Here, they look for people:

• with an interest in designing solutions that address technology risk challenges,
• who want to put their technology experience to work combatting critical security threats, and
• who have practical project or work experience in the areas of IT infrastructure, systems architecture, and security safeguards.

Data Science –  gather and analyze large sets of structured and unstructured data to help clients make smart decisions by applying statistics, AI, analytics, machine learning, and other tools and techniques.     

People who thrive have:

• strong critical thinking skills and passion for exploring deep into data,
• practical project or work experience managing data sets and providing insights derived from the data, and
• interest in expanding their repertoire and know-how of AI and machine learning models, COTS tools, programming and query languages, and visualization technologies.

S alesforce – implements the Salesforce platform.

They are looking for people who can:

• help tackle hard problems with smart engineering and creativity,
• creatively use technology to help enhance digital customer and employee experiences, and
• help their clients use Salesforce in innovative ways.

Software Engineering – designs, develops, and implements large-scale software applications and integrated systems including application architecture design and optimization, application modernization, business process management, and solution integration, custom application design and development, and large-scale technology delivery program efforts.

Deloitte looks for people who  are:

• energized by solving business challenges through the design and development of tech solutions and have a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle,
• passionate problem-solvers with an innate curiosity about technology, and
• experienced in coding and application design and development and can speak the language of both technology and business.

More details are available on the Deloitte Go vernment & Public Sector Careers page.

The Deloitte Federal Government and Government & Public Services Interview Process

Deloitte typically has a recruiter round of interviews followed by two consultant rounds. Broadly, each interview runs for an hour and has a behavioral section and a case interview. The breakdown of each round is:

Screening Round – Recruiter interview

Some candidates have a phone interview with the recruiter before proceeding to the next round. This round often covers some behavioral questions or technical questions for the recruiter to gauge the candidate’s fit for the role.

Round #1 – Behavioral Interview

The first round of interviews is often a phone interview with a senior consultant or principal and primarily covers behavioral / culture fit questions.

Round #2 – Technical / Case Study Interview

Second round interviews are often with principals or partners. They cover behavioral questions, cases, and a technical interview. Case study questions usually reflect the role you are applying for. For example, if you are applying for a GPS Strategy and Analytics position, you may expect the case to be about strategy and analytics for a government agency. Alternatively, if you’re applying for human capital analyst role, you may receive a question about implementing solutions based on employee feedback but will not have quantitative questions.

Key note! The interview processes differ by role and office location. Some offices have behavioral and case study interviews in both rounds 1 and 2. In addition, a technical role will include more technical interview rounds while the consulting roles will be more focused on case study interviews. Ask your recruiter for more details about your interviews.

See our articles on Recruiter Interviews , Case Interviews , and Behavioral Interviews for more information on how to prepare for these different types of interviews.

Deloitte’s GPS case interviews are often the second part that follows the behavioral section. The interviewer usually leaves about 30 minutes for this section. Similar to case interviews at BCG and Bain, Deloitte GPS case interviews are interviewee-led , where the interviewee is expected to walk the interviewer through their thought process in getting to a recommendation.

If you’re new to case interviews, our Guide to Case Interviews Prep will help you understand what case interviews are and the 4-step approach to answering them. These 4 steps include:

• The opening – This is an important step to make sure you understand and are clear on the client’s problem.
• The structure – This is where you think through the factors relevant to the problem and organize them so that you address them in a logical manner. You may use an issue tree to organize the factors at this stage.
• The analysis – This is where you gather relevant data to identify the factors most relevant to the client’s problem and develop recommendations.
• The conclusion – In this step, you present your recommendation to the “client” (the interviewer) in a well-structured and persuasive manner.

In addition to our guide, Deloitte also offers a Case Interview Prep tool where you can find case examples that match the role you’re applying for and your educational background (for example, undergraduate or advanced degree backgrounds). With Deloitte’s interview prep tool, applicants can also compare their answers with Deloitte’s sample answers to identify areas for improvement.

Some sample case questions include:

• How would you implement an application across a government agency (for example, Enterprise Resource Management tools) and how would it likely impact the agency’s employees?
• Propose a new architectural plan and discuss how you’d go about analyzing the current systems and interviewing stakeholders.
• Develop an application to transmit personalized safety messages to drivers to encourage safe driving in order to reduce accidents, lower fuel costs, and optimize delivery schedules.

What Do the Deloitte Behavioral Interviews Look Like?

Deloitte asks behavioral questions throughout the interview process – from recruiter interviews through second round interviews with principals and partners. Deloitte interviewers often allocate 20 to 30 minutes in their rounds for the behavioral interview.

The behavioral interview is designed to assess if the candidate is the right “fit” for the company and its culture, as most of its work will require the candidates to work cohesively as part of the team. The behavioral interview is an opportunity for the candidate to demonstrate their “softer” skillsets and provides an opportunity for them to understand more about Deloitte and its values and culture.               

Pro Tip! Answer the behavioral interview by sharing compelling stories! Tell stories from your personal experience and the impact you drove. We suggest you use the A STAR(E) structure to help you tell a more compelling story.

A STAR(E) stands for:

A – Answer – Start with a 1-sentence answer to the interviewer’s question.

S – Situation – Describe the situation. When and where did the events in the story happen? Who was involved?

T – Tension – What was the conflict?

A – Action – What actions did you take to resolve the tension?

R – Result – What were the results of your action?

(E) – Effect – What did you learn from the situation and the events that followed it? However, this is optional as it may not be essential in every story.

Deloitte Government & Public Service asks more leadership-related questions during their behavioral interviews, so be sure to have some answers prepared. Common questions include:

• Tell me about a time when you found it difficult to work with someone.
• Tell me about a time you faced a difficult employee.
• Have you led a team? Tell me about that experience.
• Describe a time when you had to use ethics to handle a difficult situation in the workplace.
• What is your leadership style?

1. Practice Cases with a Case Partner

Leverage the tips and the tools provided in this post to improve your ability to work through case studies. Casing does not come naturally to most people, so practice answering different case study examples with a case prep partner so you can improve.

2. Be Structured and Consistent

Deloitte requires candidates to go through 3 rounds of interviews, which can be stressful. Developing a consistent approach to answering the behavioral interview and case interviews (for example, the A STAR(E) structure and the 4-step case interview approach), will help keep your answers concise and impactful.

3. Be Intellectually Curious

Demonstrate your interest in Deloitte Government & Public Sector’s work and the impact you want to deliver through your answers and questions throughout the interview. Ask questions that will help you get to the second- or third-order insights and “so-what” to show the interviewer that you are interested to know more and learn more about the industry or client.

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In this article, we’ve covered:

• An overview of Deloitte’s Government & Public Services practice.
• The type of work they do and the skillsets they look for.
• The Deloitte Government & Public Services interview structure.
• Tips and common questions from Deloitte’s Government & Public Services case and behavioral interviews.

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If you have more questions about the Deloitte Federal case interview, leave them in the comments below. One of My Consulting Offer’s case coaches will answer them.

Other people prepping for Deloitte Public Services interviews found the following pages helpful:

• Our Ultimate Guide to Case Interview Prep .
• Deloitte Case Interview .
• Consulting Behavioral Interviews .
• Deloitte Online Assessment .

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One of the best ways to prepare for   case interviews  at firms like McKinsey, BCG, or Bain, is by studying case interview examples. 

There are a lot of free sample cases out there, but it's really hard to know where to start. So in this article, we have listed all the best free case examples available, in one place.

The below list of resources includes interactive case interview samples provided by consulting firms, video case interview demonstrations, case books, and materials developed by the team here at IGotAnOffer. Let's continue to the list.

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• Bain examples
• Deloitte examples
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• Case books from consulting clubs
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1. mckinsey case interview examples.

• Beautify case interview (McKinsey website)
• Diconsa case interview (McKinsey website)
• Electro-light case interview (McKinsey website)
• GlobaPharm case interview (McKinsey website)
• National Education case interview (McKinsey website)
• Talbot Trucks case interview (McKinsey website)
• Shops Corporation case interview (McKinsey website)
• Conservation Forever case interview (McKinsey website)
• McKinsey case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)
• McKinsey live case interview extract (by IGotAnOffer) - See below

2. BCG case interview examples

• Foods Inc and GenCo case samples  (BCG website)
• Chateau Boomerang written case interview  (BCG website)
• BCG case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)
• Written cases guide (by IGotAnOffer)
• BCG live case interview with notes (by IGotAnOffer)
• BCG mock case interview with ex-BCG associate director - Public sector case (by IGotAnOffer)
• BCG mock case interview: Revenue problem case (by IGotAnOffer) - See below

3. Bain case interview examples

• CoffeeCo practice case (Bain website)
• FashionCo practice case (Bain website)
• Associate Consultant mock interview video (Bain website)
• Consultant mock interview video (Bain website)
• Written case interview tips (Bain website)
• Bain case interview guide   (by IGotAnOffer)
• Bain case mock interview with ex-Bain manager (below)

4. Deloitte case interview examples

• Engagement Strategy practice case (Deloitte website)
• Recreation Unlimited practice case (Deloitte website)
• Strategic Vision practice case (Deloitte website)
• Retail Strategy practice case  (Deloitte website)
• Finance Strategy practice case  (Deloitte website)
• Talent Management practice case (Deloitte website)
• Enterprise Resource Management practice case (Deloitte website)
• Footloose written case  (by Deloitte)
• Deloitte case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)

5. Accenture case interview examples

• Case interview workbook (by Accenture)
• Accenture case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)

6. OC&C case interview examples

• Leisure Club case example (by OC&C)
• Imported Spirits case example (by OC&C)

7. Oliver Wyman case interview examples

• Wumbleworld case sample (Oliver Wyman website)
• Aqualine case sample (Oliver Wyman website)
• Oliver Wyman case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)

8. A.T. Kearney case interview examples

• Promotion planning case question (A.T. Kearney website)
• Consulting case book and examples (by A.T. Kearney)
• AT Kearney case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)

9. Strategy& / PWC case interview examples

• Presentation overview with sample questions (by Strategy& / PWC)
• Strategy& / PWC case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)

10. L.E.K. Consulting case interview examples

• Case interview example video walkthrough   (L.E.K. website)
• Market sizing case example video walkthrough  (L.E.K. website)

11. Roland Berger case interview examples

• Transit oriented development case webinar part 1  (Roland Berger website)
• Transit oriented development case webinar part 2   (Roland Berger website)
• 3D printed hip implants case webinar part 1   (Roland Berger website)
• 3D printed hip implants case webinar part 2   (Roland Berger website)
• Roland Berger case interview guide   (by IGotAnOffer)

12. Capital One case interview examples

• Case interview example video walkthrough  (Capital One website)
• Capital One case interview guide (by IGotAnOffer)

13. Consulting clubs case interview examples

• Berkeley case book (2006)
• Columbia case book (2006)
• Darden case book (2012)
• Darden case book (2018)
• Duke case book (2010)
• Duke case book (2014)
• ESADE case book (2011)
• Goizueta case book (2006)
• Illinois case book (2015)
• LBS case book (2006)
• MIT case book (2001)
• Notre Dame case book (2017)
• Ross case book (2010)
• Wharton case book (2010)

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Using case interview examples is a key part of your interview preparation, but it isn’t enough.

At some point you’ll want to practise with friends or family who can give some useful feedback. However, if you really want the best possible preparation for your case interview, you'll also want to work with ex-consultants who have experience running interviews at McKinsey, Bain, BCG, etc.

If you know anyone who fits that description, fantastic! But for most of us, it's tough to find the right connections to make this happen. And it might also be difficult to practice multiple hours with that person unless you know them really well.

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Total number of rounds – 3 1. Online Test 2. Group Discussion (Case Study) 3. HR Interview

ROUND 1: Online Test

It was conducted on the SHL platform.

• There were three sections: Aptitude, Reasoning, and English.
• The test duration was 50 minutes, with the test window open for 2 hours (4:00 pm to 6:00 pm).

Tip: It is observed that candidates who answer the most questions correctly in the shortest amount of time are usually selected.

The results were announced after 6 days, and 51 out of 628 students were selected for the next round.

ROUND 2: Group Discussion (Case Study)

4-5 groups were formed, and each group was given a case study. The participants were required to act as a consulting firm, suggesting solutions to the client’s problem.

Case Study-

AutoWheels Ltd: Enhancement of Customer

Business Situation

AutoWheels Ltd. is a new and upcoming Indian electric automotive company that has a robust sales network throughout the country and has been posting impressive sales numbers over the last few quarters.

The electric automotive industry in the country is evolving presently and a lot of new companies are entering the market. Customers are not just making their decision to buy a vehicle based on the quality of the product and the reputation of the company. They also assess the service experience that the company offers, and this includes both pre and post-sales service. AutoWheels has so far focused mainly on improving the sales network. They have not established robust customer service processes and systems. Service is mostly being done through dealerships where customers visit physically and get their vehicle inspected/serviced etc.

The CIO of AutoWheels has been supplied with market and consumer research data which predicts a hefty growth rate for the companies that provide the highest levels of satisfaction in terms of pre and post-sales service. If service experience doesn’t improve, then sales will also be impacted. CIO knows that they cannot go big in terms of expenditure right now but wants to take incremental steps in elevating the post-sales service experience for the customers.

Problem Description

The CIO has engaged Deloitte to identify an approach to bridge the gap that exists between AutoWheels Ltd.’s service team and its customers. You (the candidate) are on the project and the project manager apprises you of the findings from initial interviews:

• Service centres are largely manually operated with no digital integration of services whatsoever
• Customers have an increasing adoption of smartphones, tablets, wearables and other digital devices
• Research data shows that most customers prefer to get the vehicle assessment done before visiting the service centres
• AutoWheels Ltd. has a basic service mechanism where customers can call the dealerships and get the service appointment booked
• The company runs a lot of offers for the customers when they get their vehicles serviced but since there is no digital system in place, most of them do not get to know about them unless they visit
• Several customers get their vehicles serviced by third-party service providers who provide better experience and more comfort. This can hamper the expansion plans of the company and also result in a loss of revenue for the company
• Speak your ideas with confidence.
• Listen attentively to other candidates.
• Repeating a point that has already been made will be considered a negative contribution while expanding upon someone else’s point will be viewed positively.
• Remember, you are working as a team; show compassion towards one another.
• Avoid interrupting others when they are speaking, but seize opportunities to contribute when available.
• You may politely point out potential drawbacks in suggestions made by team members.
• Group discussions primarily assess your communication skills, confidence, command of English, and teamwork abilities.
• If you present an idea that is later found to be incorrect or criticized by others, remain resilient. Accept feedback graciously and either propose alternative solutions or revise your initial suggestion.

The result was announced after 45 minutes, and 20 students were shortlisted for the next round.

ROUND 3: HR Interview

There were multiple interview panels, with each panel consisting of 2-3 interviewers. As I entered, they asked me to sit and read my resume thoroughly, giving me some time to feel comfortable.

The following questions were asked from me:

• Introduce yourself.
• Have you done DSA? (I answered, “Yes.”)
• Can you explain what classes and objects are? (I was informed that technical questions are not typically asked in Deloitte interviews, so I was not mentally prepared for such questions. Although I knew the answer, I stammered due to a lack of practice. They asked me to calm down and were polite and considerate throughout.)
• What does the “ord” function do in Python? (Since my programming language was Python, they asked some questions related to it.)
• What types of inheritance are supported in Python?
• What are “Try and Except” used for?
• What are inner join, left join, right join, and outer join? (I had mentioned SQL on my resume)
• Write a query to join two tables in SQL.
• Tell us about your MP3 music player project. (I described its functionality and the languages and libraries used in its development.)
• Describe your duties as a social media manager, as mentioned in your experience section.
• You have listed “problem-solving” as one of your soft skills. Can you share a real-life instance where you solved a problem?
• (As I am an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, they asked me some questions related to it, but I didn’t know the answers.)
• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Although only one interview was initially scheduled, there were a few candidates about whom the interviewers were uncertain, so a second interview was conducted for those candidates. I was one of them.

In the next interview there was only one interviewer and the following questions were asked of me:

• Tell me something about yourself that is not in your resume. (I said I enjoy listening to music.)
• What types of songs do you like? Can you name a few?
• What are your hobbies aside from those mentioned in your resume?
• Here’s a guesstimate question for you: Suppose the population of Delhi is 50,000. How many 4-wheelers do you think could be there in Delhi? (I attempted to calculate based on assumptions, and they provided me with pen and paper for the task. Later, they asked me to explain my approach and discussed it with me.)
• Confidence and communication are key.
• It’s okay if you don’t know the answer to some questions. Simply acknowledge it and move on to the next question.
• The questions asked during the interview are based entirely on what is written in your resume. Therefore, before attending the interview, read your resume thoroughly and be prepared for any type of question. The questions are not necessarily difficult; they are designed to assess your confidence and communication skills.
• The interviewers are very humble and considerate, so there’s no need to panic.

The results were announced after an hour and I was selected.

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You’ve just made partner   why it’s ok to feel the jitters with the joy: a case study with deloitte canada .

The step up to partnership is a brilliant achievement. It’s also hard. 

But that can be a difficult thing to say at a time of great celebration in your life, and when you’re being recognised for your hard work.  

Coaching reminds you it’s OK to feel like your feet aren’t quite touching the bottom.  

And actually, that can be quite a good thing.  

Deloitte Canada knew it. 

And they wanted their new partners to feel more comfortable with change, so they could enjoy this great step forward in their lives. And they introduced their Power of Partnership coaching program.    It means new partners are not alone. They’re supported. And they’ll get reassurance that feeling a little out of their depth is part of growth and change. In fact, they might even find they thrive on it: 

“Transitioning from a senior manager to a partner is a journey in itself. But with a deeper purpose and perspective, it actually becomes easier. And if you have friends along the way, the journey is a lot more enjoyable.” - Jai Joshi, Partner, US Tax, Deloitte Canada

A safe space  

Even if we love our work and colleagues, sometimes it’s just simpler to talk to a stranger, a person from the outside who can listen and advise objectively. And, in the case of a coach, someone who is uniquely qualified to see the things that we (or even our family, friends and colleagues) might not.    

Coaching talks to individuals.  

Everything from making an impact on the bottom line, to building a personal brand and presence to get your team behind you. Or even becoming a coaching kind of leader yourself.  

In a world where engagement and retention is really important, I think providing all of our people with coaches really does help to give them a sense of connection to the organization, connection to their personal purpose and how they can connect it to their work.

Neil Hunter

And if you’ve taken to partnership like a duck to water?

Coaching will help you too.  

"You can ask questions that you yourself probably wouldn't want to ask, but you can with the coach. And you get very good objective and outside views on some of the challenges you face.” - Kunal Verma, Partner, Private Audit, Deloitte Canada

Great individuals make a great business

The results

For their coaches, for their development.

Most new partners used the coaching program to help them negotiate well with other people. And the next most popular goals were boosting performance and value, which benefit both the individual and the bigger business.  

And perfectly aligned with Deloitte Canada’s approach to learning - coaching isn’t just about technical and professional skills. Human skills and feeling fulfilled personally are equally important:   

Every single leader that I have talked to has thought that this is a really differentiated talent experience.

Lori Billing

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