Most surprising was probably the Powerpoint presentation. Did not see that one coming at all, and the timing is extremely stressful.
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Case was a market share question about a drug. Pretty standard and straightforward (especially if you have previous experience; I did not and just crash studied cases for 3 days and still thought the case to be manageable and got it right). Keep in mind they do keep your "jotting notes" paper and also expect you to bring your own.
General questions: Tell me about yourself; Why consulting? Why L.E.K.? 1) Market sizing question on medical equipment and consumables. Details and numbers were provided on Power Point slides. Graphs were not difficult. Asked to calculate percentages. You need to pay attention at the graphs’ axes. 2) The client has in its early development cannabis patches to treat pain. At the same time, it sales opioid medication. Should it continue with the development of the patches?
Why LEK? Why this position?
Instead of telling me one of your strengths, or one of your weaknesses, tell me about something you are only average at.
Should a small pharmaceutical company implement a vertical business model or continue out-licencing its drug?
Market sizing for a new drug.
Estimate market size of a particular indication How would you price a drug
Estimate the market size of hay fever tablets in the UK
The client which is a small Biotech has a allergy medication for nasal and lung allergy. Which market should it pursue first
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