I applied through college or university. I interviewed at ClearView Healthcare Partners (Newton, MA) in Mar 2016
Interview
I had a first round interview that's mostly fit with a short case. I was then invited for the final round in their office in Newton, MA, for a lunch presentation and four back-to-back 45 min interviews. The interviews were nearly identical-- they all asked for market sizing a new drug for a certain condition. I did the case posted on their website beforehand and basically learned the structure they were looking for to get at the market size. Some interviews asked about how a drug mechanism could possibly work, to test for scientific understanding/thinking.
The analysts I interviewed with were all pleasant and interesting, and I could see them being good colleagues. That said, a couple of my interviewers took to their computers and answered emails while I was working on the case. One even told me to do the math and let them know once I was done. It seemed like it's because they were truly busy, not rude, but it was still unprofessional.
I did not get an offer, but was notified of this decision over the phone. In other words, one of the analysts emailed me to schedule a call. Then, once we connected on the phone, she notified me that I was not selected and gave me feedback. Although I appreciated that they provide feedback, I thought it was strange/awkward to call to give the bad news. An email would have been better. I also didn't think the feedback to be applicable to my interviews, but rather generic.
I applied online. I interviewed at ClearView Healthcare Partners (New York, NY)
Interview
1 behavioral and 1 case study interview. Behavioral were common questinos: Why consulting, why Clearview, intro, a time you problem-solved, a time you worked with a difficult person. The case study was rushed, and it felt like someone was breathing down my neck. Market sizing and suggestions as to what actions the client should take.
Heard back the day after the deadline to schedule first round interview. 1 behavioral and 1 case. Then heard back within 2 days to schedule the final round which consisted of a strategy case and scientific discussion. Heard back within 2 days that I didn’t get the position. Quick response times and friendly people.
First round was a case interview with a consultant directly followed by a behavioral interview with HR. Behavioral questions were typical ones like "tell me about a time you made mistakes." Overall very respectful and pleasant conversation.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
should client aquire a biotech company with drug A