
An intro into what we will learn during this course and how we think about frameworking overall.
A breakdown of how to think about classic case types and unconventional case types (similarly and differently!)
So how do we actually framework? And what does it actually mean? Let's throw out MECE and actually talk in layman's terms about how to framework.
Objective, objective, objective. Nothing is more important than actually answering the question - surprisingly easier said than done!
Two proprietary approaches to effectively framework - only found here!
What buckets should you never use? Which buckets should be avoided so as to successfuly framework and navigate a case? You'll also be provided with 8 "universal" frameworks that can be leveraged across a multitude of unconventional/unexpected case type.
Welcome to non-business prompts! Here, we take out the distraction of business terminology/concepts (ROI, Breakeven, Oil & Gas, margin, etc.) and focus on the CORE skills of frameworking. By focusing on just structured thinking and cutting out the noise, we can much more effectively learn how to framework.
Put your core frameworking skills to the test with this exercise - make sure to work through your own framework first before listening to the answers in the video.
Put your core frameworking skills to the test with this exercise - make sure to work through your own framework first before listening to the answers in the video.
Put your core frameworking skills to the test with this exercise - make sure to work through your own framework first before listening to the answers in the video.
A recap of what we have learned in regards to frameworking.
Practice makes perfect! Here's how you can become a frameworking whizz.
You have probably seen frameworks for Market Entry, Growth, etc. Think that you can take an online Market Entry framework and copy-paste it any time you hear Market Entry? Not so fast!
Simple is hard. Complicated is easy. Here is a simplified, one sentence summary, for every major case type.
Arguably the most valuable resource in this course! Get a complete, hollistic, interconnected overview of every major case type AND how they connect/interact with each other.
It's time to put your case interview frameworking skills to the test! instructions on how to use the frameworking exercises.
The first of your growth prompt practice exercises. Make sure to pause the video after the prompt, work on the framework yourself, and then hit play when you're ready to hear the answer(s).
Ready to try again? Copy-paste the frameworks from the prior lesson at your own peril.
Third time's the charm. But wait, the framework for this growth prompt is completely different to the prior two?
Let's see if you can truly create your own tailored framework to this prompt. Again, you can't copy-paste but rather have to break this problem down yourself!
Moving on the profitability. Test your frameworking here. Revenue and Cost does NOT make a profitability framework.
Take two.
Remember, copy-paste won't work here - think for yourself!
If WeWork comes to mind, you're probably right.
We've given you a 5th exercise here just for good luck! Really LISTEN to the clues in this prompt.
Remember, 50% or more of cases nowadays are unconventional. Gone are the days of just being able to learn the classic case types!
Try not to guess. Try not to have random buckets. Rather, break down this problem like you would in real life.
A taste of a more technical case interview topic, like Platinion. But fair game in a generalist case interview!
Straight off of McKinsey's website.
Uber, Lyft, and, yes, absolutely a prompt you could see in a real case interview.
Master the essential skill that will make or break your consulting interview: frameworking.
In this comprehensive course, ex-BCG consultant and top case coach Ian Glennon shares the exact techniques he used to succeed in all 8 of his consulting interviews and to help hundreds of candidates land offers at McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Big Four, and leading boutique firms.
You’ll learn to build MECE, objective-driven frameworks from scratch and adapt them to any case type, moving beyond memorization to actually think like a consultant.
By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools to confidently tackle classic and unconventional case types and handle unexpected prompts with ease.
What you’ll learn:
Mindset shifts to approach structuring like an MBB consultant
Step-by-step methods for creating world-class frameworks
How to solve market sizing, profitability, M&A, and non-standard cases
Real examples, custom frameworks, and live practice prompts
If you’re serious about acing consulting interviews and want to stand out with frameworks that are both customized and powerful, this course is for you.
Let’s get you from case practice to offer!
Topic #1 – Foundations of Frameworking:
- Structuring mindset shift - how we should think about and approach structuring / frameworking.
- Key approaches to optimally creating frameworks.
Topic #2 – Classic Case Types:
- World of frameworks – deep-dive in every major case type and how they connect.
- One sentence summary of every case type.
Topic #3 – Unconventional / Non-Standard Case Types:
- Unconventional frameworks - the key unconventional frameworks you can leverage to react to non-standard cases. Includes the "illegal" buckets that you should never use.
- Unconventional case prompts and answers - live practice on sample prompts w/ answers (frameworks) provided