Strategy Simplified
S12E8: BCG First Round Case Interview Given by Former BCG Consultant
Nov 10, 2023
Former BCG consultant Joe McClelland leads an engineering PhD through an M&A case. They discuss the acquisition of a luxury cruise company, analyze profitability and financial risks, and provide feedback on the candidate's performance. They ultimately decide against the acquisition due to high investment requirements and potential risks.
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Quick takeaways
- Understanding the target market and competitive landscape is crucial in assessing the potential success of entering the Uber-Luxury Cruise segment.
- The evaluation process for a potential acquisition involves assessing the target company's positioning, revenue, profitability, investment portfolio, and ship quality.
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Evaluation of Potential Acquisition
The podcast episode discusses the evaluation process for a potential acquisition by CruiseCo, a large cruise operator in the US. CruiseCo is considering entering the Uber-Luxury Cruise segment and has identified a smaller company, Jungle Cruise, for potential acquisition. The main focus is on determining whether CruiseCo should proceed with the acquisition or not. The evaluation process involves four key areas: understanding the target market, assessing the target company (Jungle Cruise), analyzing CruiseCo's current portfolio, and evaluating the potential synergies and risks of the acquisition.
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