I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Roland Berger
Interview
Complicated interview consisting in multiple rounds. You constantly get the feeling like you have to jump through hoops they set higher and higher. Generally cold and distanced interviewer. They showed up late for each one of the 3 interviews.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
GDP growth - present numbers and future development
Financial crisis impact on an industry
The process consisted of one initial fit interview focusing on my motivation and background, followed by two case interviews with consultants. The cases were market sizing and profitability-related, both automotive, and the overall atmosphere was friendly
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you estimate the annual market size for electric vehicles in Germany?
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Roland Berger (München, Bavaria) in Jun 2025
Interview
The interview day at Roland Berger included three interviews: two case studies assessing problem-solving and analytical thinking, one personal interview focused on motivation and fit, plus an open Q&A discussion session in advance.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Create a team of consultants with well-known people. Who would you choose and why?
cv+cl, 2 case rounds w senior associate and manager (in person), then 2 partner cases could be online or in person. Gave you a buddy between rounds which was great.
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Question 1
why RB, why consuting, situational quesions about managing deadlines