WAZIR IIM ROHTAK

22ND JANUARY - 28TH JANUARY

2024

DAY 04: CASECOMP COMMANDER

HOW TO ACE CASE COMPETITIONS
LOOKING BEYOND THE LENS

OFFICIAL KNOWLEDGE PARTNER

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 The Wazir Way
The 4 verticals are the pillars of commitment and strength that hold Wazir together.

Casebook Editorials and Public Relations Events External Relations

The Cases of Casebook are covered from IIM Propagate strategic knowledge through
Editorials various activities and interactions by External Relations is the foundation on
Rohtak Alumni working in consulting roles, which the statue of our learning and
providing a conducive environment for peer-
thus creating an in-house consulting network. to-peer learning. development stands high.
We share our learnings with the batch in the
form of publications for the greater good.
Consultant Of The Year Knowledge Sessions
1st Edition of Casebook Our flagship annual competition Full-time consultants from top boutique and
CHAKRAVYUH - STRATEGIES IN THE UNCANNY management consulting firms provide in-house
(Monthly) knowledge sessions on building a successful
consulting career.
INDUSTRY OVERVIEW Consulting Week
20+ Cases (Fortnightly) In collaboration with consulting clubs of INI’s (IIT’s
& IIM’s)
STRATEGY MUTATIONS
10+ Guesstimates (Monthly) Live Projects
We gather live projects for batch as well as
FRAMEWORK FRIDAYS Passion Events consulting and strategy based projects that are
25+ Frameworks (Fortnightly) Events core to our purpose such as business just limited to Wazir members
simulation & strategy sprints
GUESSTIMATE GURUWAAR
15+ Sectors (Weekly)

Legacy Events
Director's Roundtable, Pictronicle, Contagion,
120+ Alumni Corporate Tie-ups
Strategy Sailor, CaseCadia For increasing the affinity towards consulting we
collaborate with knowledge distributors to bring
Public Relations courses and opportunities in consulting from a
magnified lens
Casebook is circulated across B schools
Event Partners
and Faculty Board for outreach

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KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR THE KS
How to make PPTs for Case
Competitions to ace the game
NEED TO PARTICIPATE IN CASE COMPETITIONS
OPPORTUNITY
Case competitions are a
fantastic opportunity to learn
and validate that learning in
real time
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Why Case Competitions? (1/2)
How to find relevant resources
to use in the case competitions
PPOs/ PPIs
You get PPI/PPOs from top
recruiting companies directly,
where you get hired for
managerial positions
The power of storytelling
through your presentation
INTERNATIONAL
LEARNINGS
These hirings are also part of
International Learning
programs where companies
provide different opportunities
to explore and learn
What do companies exactly look
for in case competition slides?
3-4 MONTH
MENTORSHIP
Companies also provide 3-4
month mentorship from their
senior managers to nourish
individuals' learning after case
competitions
 Why Case Competitions? (2/2)

Motivation Incentive

CV Domain Inclination Applied Learnings NETWORK

Acing achievements +
competitions section and
building a multi-domain CV
Case competitions indicate They help recruiters Help in building networks
inclination towards a understand your ability to with other B school students
particular domain and apply academic learnings to and with corporates
possession of industry a practical scenario
relevant skill sets

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 Types of Case Competitions
Inter-College Case Competitions
Learning and Networking Opportunities
Inter-college case competitions provide an
exceptional platform for peer-to-peer learning
and networking. Renowned business schools
organise these events throughout the academic
year
Participating allows you to refine your problem-
solving skills, collaborate with talented peers from
diverse backgrounds, and expand your
professional network
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Corporate Case Competitions
Bridging Academia and the Business World
Corporate case competitions are where we've
been focusing our efforts. However, it's crucial to
note that the experiences gained from inter-
college competitions play a pivotal role here too
The skills honed in these competitions provide a
strong foundation for success in the corporate
landscape, enabling you to tackle real-world
business challenges with confidence
 How to analyze a case ?

6-Step Approach
Add
5 Why’s Creativity
Approach
Strategies &
Footnotes & Frameworks 6
Exihibits 5
Case
Type of the Overview 4
case? 3
2
1

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 Types of Cases

Problem Solving Option Selection

In Problem Solving there is one
major problem and we are trying
to provide the most feasible
solution with the available data
and resource
Idea Generation
In this type of case we usually have We have to analyse different option
and find the best option by
to develop new product idea. In
analyzing the trends and data
these cases, your creativity and
ability to generate innovative ideas
are the key. It's about thinking
‘outside the box’ and proposing
solutions that stand out

Strategies Frameworks Strategies

Brainstorming PESTEL Analysis Decision Matrix
Mind Mapping SWOT Analysis Objectively compare and
Analogical Thinking Porter's Five Forces evaluate difference choices
Drawing parallels Fishbone Diagram Criteria Weighting
Customer-Centric Approach Scenario Analysis

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 Idea Generation - Pitch Deck Essentials

Problem Statement Clearly define what the Problem statement is and the idea that it aims to solve

Solutions Overview Give an overview of the idea in detail

Rationale Explain the need for this idea/ product

Target Audience Define the audience or market that the ‘idea’ is targeting. Why this audience is suitable?

Unique Value Proposition Highlight what sets you apart and what value it adds to target audience

Market Size Showcase the demand and market size

Explain how the idea will be developed and implemented with expected timeline and
Implementation Strategy
cost analysis

Financial Projection Provide a realistic estimate of costs, revenue and profitability

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 Option Selection - Pitch Deck Essentials

Options Overview Give an overview of the available options

Options Analysis Evaluate each option thoroughly using financial analysis, feasibility, risk assessment

Criteria Weightage Clearly define the criteria for evaluation and weightage assigned to them

Chosen Option Explain why you chose this option and the pain points it’s addressing

Risk Assessment Show risk associated/ potential drawback with the selected option

Explain how the option will be developed and implemented with expected timeline and
Implementation Strategy
cost analysis

Expected Outcome Highlight the expected benefits and results

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 Problem Solving - Pitch Deck Essentials

Problem Definition Clearly define the problem you're addressing

Root Cause Identification Use Frameworks such as Fishbone

Implementation Roadmap Explain the step-by-step execution plan

Analysis Frameworks Display the results of your analysis using relevant frameworks

Solution Strategy Create a step-by-step plan that is operationally and financially viable

Risk Mitigation Address potential challenges and how you'll address them

Benefits Showcase the positive financial impact of your solution

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 Strategies & Frameworks (1/2)

Analyzing Competitors Analyzing Industry & Envrionment

Porter’s Five Forces GEM PESTEL

TAM

SAM

SOM

Perceptual Map 5 Cs Market Size

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 Strategies & Frameworks (2/2)

Analyzing Company & its Products

SWOT BCG Matrix Product Life Cycle VRIO Framework

SEGMENTATION

POSITIONING
TARGETING
Product Place

Price Promotion

Ansoff's Matrix 4Ps STP Value Chain Analysis

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 The 5 Why’s Approach

Problem: Lower profitability

Problem: Reduced plant output
issues

WHY? One machine wasn’t functioning properly WHY? ?

WHY? A belt was out of place WHY? ?

WHY?
The machine did not receive its scheduled
routine maintenance this month WHY? ?

WHY?
No service provider was scheduled to
perform the maintenance WHY? ?

WHY?
The company is negotiating a contract
with a new service provider WHY? ?

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 Go to Market Strategy
Identify the problem

Define the target audience WHO?

Target
Research about the competition and demand
Audience

Decide Key message

WHAT?
WHEN?
Product or
Timing
Map the Buyer’s Journey Service
Go to
Pick the channel of communication Market
Research about the competition and demand
Strategy
HOW?
Create a sales plan WHY?
Marketing
Brand
and Sales
Set concrete goals
Positioning
plans WHERE?
Target
Create clear processes Markets

Success Metrics (KPIs)

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 How to source Information
Analysing Companies Analysing Industries

Information can be sourced from Information can be sourced from

RELEVANT

Company Website Annual Reports Investor Presentation Industry Analysis (e.g. IBEF) BIG 4 Reports Industry
Publications

CREDIBLE Academic Journals and Articles Newspapers and Articles

CURRENT

Niti Ayog and Government of India websites International Organisation

ACCESSIBLE

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 How to Make Winning MBA PPTs

Conduct & show Focus on

Leave No Blank
Tell a Story Primary Research Aesthetics
Spaces

Mention Sources Add a Video/GIF/ Use Numerical Make it Actionable

in Footnotes Wireframe Data Wherever
Possible

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 WINNING DECKS

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