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Roland Berger

A strategy firm with German roots and a global network, with interviews and case studies on its selection day and reported written and group cases.

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Start lesson 1 Roland Berger: who they are and what they value

Key takeaways

  • Roland Berger tends to run candidate-led cases, where you are expected to drive the analysis.
  • There is also a fit or experience interview.
  • Commonly reported priorities: Clear structure; common sense and realistic assumptions; creativity; comfort with numbers.
  • Practice candidate-led cases where you state a clear structure at the start.
  • Practice a written case and a short presentation to two senior interviewers.
By the end you will be able to
  • Understand how interviews typically run at Roland Berger, and what varies by office
  • Know what each stage is designed to test
  • Follow a preparation plan for this firm

At a glance: Roland Berger

How it positions itself

Strategy consulting with German roots and a global network, practical and structured.

Case style

Candidate-led: you are expected to drive.

What it values

Clear structure, Common sense and realistic assumptions, Creativity, Comfort with numbers.

Fit interview

Interviews about your professional and personal goals and experiences (Roland Berger's description).