Q2 ) While reading the case study, do you have a straight jacket rule to decode the case? What’s your approach?
I’ll list down three things that have worked well for me so far. They are:
Start your research early. Each day counts.
Read your case study several times and refer to it again and again while you progress.
Once you have formulated a fundamental strategy or approach, connect with your faculty or seniors. Gather multiple POVs and then rethink your approach.
Q3 ) Based on your experience winning so many competitions, can you bifurcate the type of case studies into some major buckets?
Sure. Let me list the types of case competitions I participated in.
They would be in the domain of Marketing & Strategy, Corporate Communication, Branding, Ideation/entrepreneurship, and Simulation-based competitions.
Q4 ) Which subjects at MICA have been helpful while solving case study competitions?
Cultural Context of Communication, Research Methodology, Finance and Accounting, Strategic Communications, Supply Chain Management, and Operations Management.
Q5 ) What are a few things that you have learned from your mistakes?
Firstly, make sure you have strong research to back your solutions. Assumptions don't work, but insights do. Make sure your insights are powerful and know your sources.
Secondly, know your numbers well. I can't stress this enough! Finance plays a deciding role in your finale. Always try to cross-question your proposition as to why it would work and why it wasn't tried yet if the case be. At the same time, the time is limited try to present it in the form of storytelling and add an element of uniqueness. Lastly, try to run your final deck through your seniors or known industry experts.
Q6 ) Any additional tips for our readers?
Finding the right team dynamics is the most crucial aspect of cracking a case. Work with multiple people and try to identify people with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, and mindsets. Stay focused, and there is no shortcut to research. Never go with the first couple of ideas that strike you with minimal research. Make your presentation visually appealing but don’t focus too much on it because, in the end, the idea and reasoning win the trophy!
NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
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If you're using a web browser (Mozilla or Google Chrome), then you can take part in the JSW Challenge 2021 through this link. Otherwise, please download the Kampus App (Android | iOS), and head over to Competitions.
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You need to make a team of 3 with peers from your B-school. There will be three rounds to the competition. For more details, please click here.
If you're using a web browser (Mozilla or Google Chrome), then you can take part in the Reckitt Career Compass through this link. Otherwise, please download the Kampus App (Android | iOS), and head over to Competitions.
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