Overview
CoachNed is an AI-powered platform for consulting interview preparation, built by Edward "Ned" Calder, a Big Four Strategy & Operations partner. It provides realistic, AI-simulated case interviews that candidates can practice out loud, followed by detailed debriefs scored on seven dimensions. The platform is designed to help candidates prepare for interviews at top firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, offering a free first full case with no credit card required.
What They Offer
- AI-Simulated Case Interviews: Live, voice-based practice sessions where Ned asks questions and the candidate responds out loud, mimicking the real interview environment. Includes 64 original cases.
- Scored Debriefs: After each case, candidates receive a 7-dimension score breakdown, including structure, math, exhibits, and synthesis, with specific quotes from their performance and a named "leak" to focus on.
- Drill Library: Over 550 targeted drills for structure, math, exhibits, sizing, and synthesis, allowing candidates to practice specific skills identified in debriefs.
- Assessment Simulators: Tools for BCG Casey and CCA, McKinsey Solve-style games, and Bain SOVA, with original questions and timed conditions.
- AI Interview Module: A 12-minute lesson on how AI works, plus a scored AI case interview, addressing the growing AI literacy requirement in consulting interviews.
- Courses and Resources: Structured courses (01-07), a resume grader, and free resources like calculators and guides.
Who They Serve
CoachNed serves aspiring consultants targeting top-tier firms such as McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, as well as candidates preparing for online assessments like Casey and CCA. It is used by students from leading business schools (HBS, Wharton, INSEAD) and professionals seeking to improve their case interview performance. The platform is suitable for individuals at any stage, from beginners to those refining their skills before final rounds.
