CASE WORKSHOPS
We organize weekly case workshops at ETH Zurich and the University of Basel throughout the semester.
You can register by selecting a workshop in the calendar below.
QUESTIONS & CANCELLATIONS: If you have any questions about registration or case preparation, feel free to reach out at daniils.skorohodovs@graduateconsultingclub.org (for Zurich workshops) or manuel.bonaglia@graduateconsultingclub.org (for Basel workshops). If you can’t make it, please cancel your registration by email at least 6 hours in advance. Repeated no-shows may be excluded from future events.
What is a case interview?
A case interview is a short, hypothetical business problem used to assess how you think and solve problems, similar to real consulting work — compressed into ~30–40 minutes.
Why do we practice?
To train the core skills interviewers look for: structured thinking, hypothesis-driven analysis, clear math, and data-backed recommendations.
How does it work?
The workshops start with a short intro and tips session led by GCC members (sometimes with additional insights from alumni). After that, you’ll pair up with another participant and practice two cases, switching roles so you act as both interviewer and interviewee.
How to prepare?
Pick a case from our case library or any online case book, read it, and note opening prompt, key numbers + exhibits, “hidden info” to reveal when asked, and expected solution.
If you’re new, it’s also totally fine to join and observe first! No pressure to solve cases on day one.
Want an example first?
Watch a case interview on YouTube (search: “Consulting case interview”).
Typical Case Question:
Our client, Alpha Capital, is a private equity firm that is considering buying the Philadelphia Phillies. The current team owners approached Alpha about purchasing the team for $1.1B. Alpha engaged our firm in the due diligence process and wants us to help them understand:
A. What is the team worth?
B. Should they make this investment?