Strategy Simplified S17E28: 7 Must-Know Math Formulas to Ace the Case Interview
May 16, 2025
Dive into the world of consulting with essential math formulas that can make or break your case interviews! Learn the crucial differences between gross profit, EBIT, and EBITDA. Discover how to calculate market size and share effectively. Delve into the importance of ROI for M&A and investment scenarios. This informative session arms candidates with the foundational knowledge they need to succeed, along with tips for maximizing their preparation through additional resources.
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Master Revenue Calculation
- Always know how to calculate revenue as price times volume in case interviews.
- Missing this fundamental formula can severely impact your success in the interview.
Understand Key Profit Types
- Learn and understand gross profit, EBIT, EBITDA, and net profit for cases.
- Most often, you'll calculate EBIT, focusing on operating profit rather than interest and taxes.
Calculate Profit Margins
- Calculate profit margins by dividing profit by revenue to evaluate business performance.
- Use gross margin, EBIT, EBITDA, or net profit margin based on the profit type involved.