Cracking the Case
The complete case interview playbook, by Stephan Spijkers
Everything from the cover letter to the partner round in one book, written by someone who has sat on both sides of the table.
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PDF e-book, instant download, free lifetime updates. 2026 edition. Best for: First-time candidates with 2-8 weeks before first-round interviews.
What’s inside
- A cover letter and resume method built around the 30-second scan
- One answering method for every personal-fit question
- Four principles for guesstimates and market sizing, with the pitfalls to avoid
- Three business-case frameworks and when to drop them
- Three cases solved by a real candidate across 30+ annotated pages
- A brainteaser approach with seven practice puzzles
Questions about Cracking the Case
Who is Cracking the Case for?
First-time candidates with 2-8 weeks before first-round interviews.
Does it cover firm-specific interviews?
It covers the method that works across McKinsey, BCG, Bain and other strategy firms, with notes on interviewer-led and candidate-led formats. The free firm guides on this site add the 2026 specifics.
What format is it?
PDF e-book, instant download, free lifetime updates.
Do I also get the Dutch edition?
Yes. Every purchase includes both the English and the Dutch 2026 edition. Your download page lists both PDFs.
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Is there a refund policy?
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