Management & Entrepreneurship

Join an enterprising, creative, and tech savvy network of innovators, change agents, and business leaders who strategically engage with the global economy.

Envision the future and find creative solutions for business problems that may not yet exist. This Career Community connects you with top business leaders and emerging startups alike so you can explore, maximize, and elevate your experience in management and entrepreneurship.

It’s ideal for those interested in management, entrepreneurship, supply chain management, global business, real estate, and Sawyer Business School graduate programs.

Meet Jaida Fonfield, Assistant Director of Your Career Community

Jaida Fonfield brings a unique blend of academic and professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and a Master’s in International Business. Her entrepreneurial journey began at 18 when she founded her own women’s suit company, Sinclaire. After graduation, Jaida worked as an Account Executive at a global marketing agency, managing one of the agency’s largest accounts, helping connect brands and people. Alongside her master’s studies, she honed her creative business skills part-time as a program member of Massachusetts College of Art and Design’s Creative Economy Business Incubator. Additionally, she served as a project sponsor for four courses at Northeastern University’s Experiential Learning (XN) program, collaborating with expert faculty and talented students to address critical business challenges for her business.As a child drawing was her escape, but business sparked her curiosity. Jaida aspires to combine her creative abilities with business acumen to bring innovative solutions to real-world problems. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and values quality time with friends and family.

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Account Manager/Executive
Appraiser
Benefits Specialist
Broker/Commercial Broker
Business Analyst
Business Consultant
Business Development Associate
Business Strategist
Buyer
CEO
Claims Analyst
Community Manager
Client Success Manager
Digital Strategist
Employee Experience Manager
Fan Engagement Specialist
Finance Analyst
Financial Consultant
Founder / Co-Founder
Global Business Consultant
Guest Experience Manager
Healthcare Consultant
Human Resources Coordinator/Manager
Human Resources Business Partner
Insurance Sales Associate
Leasing Manager
Loan Officer
Logistics Specialist / Coordinator
Management Consultant
Marketing Consultant
Merchandising Associate
Operations Analyst / Manager
Procurement Officer
Product Manager
Program Manager
Project Coordinator / Manager
Property Manager
Purchasing Coordinator/Manager
Real Estate Agent
Real Estate Manager
Recruitment Manager
Risk Analyst
Sales Manager
Sales Development Representative (SDR)
Sponsorship Coordinator
Strategic Developer
Supply Chain Analyst
Supply Chain Manager
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Underwriter

Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Communication & Storytelling
Cross-cultural Competence and Global Mindset
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Self-Starter
Networking & Relationship Building
Resilience & Growth Mindset
Conflict Resolution
Design Thinking
Time Management and Prioritization
Market Research & Data Analysis (Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI)
Financial Literacy & Budgeting
Sales & Business Development
Project Management (Asana, Trello, Monday, MS Project)
CRM & Marketing Tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, Google Analytics)
Business Writing & Communication (Written, Verbal, and Interpersonal)
Strategic Planning & Analysis (SWOT, PESTLE)
Operations & Supply Chain Tools (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
Human Resources Technology (Workday, BambooHR)

Case Interviewing

If you are interested in consulting or other management roles, it is likely you will be asked to participate in a business case interview as part of your interview process. Case interviews are interviews in which a candidate is tasked with working through a hypothetical or real-life question, scenario, challenge, or problem. The goal is to present a solution that demonstrates an informed and strategic process. You are evaluated for your communication, problem solving skills, ability to ask relevant questions, industry knowledge, and organizational process, not necessarily on whether you produce a correct answer.

Types of case interview questions may include:

Growth strategies
New market entry
Profitability or pricing optimization
Industry analysis and competitor dynamics
Mergers and acquisitions
Start-up/early-stage venture
Product development
Market Entry / Expansion
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Cost Reduction / Operational Efficiency

Tips for a successful case interview:

Learn what consultants do — research project types, client industries, and firm differences.
Familiarize yourself with top firms (MBB, Big 4, boutiques) and their cultures.
Stay updated on business / industry trends via LinkedIn, The Wall Street Journal, and others.
Start early — applications open as early as June for full-time roles and internships.
Develop a tailored resume that emphasizes problem-solving, leadership, and analytical skills.
Understand the case interview format: structured problem-solving, market sizing, and business scenarios.
Think aloud to demonstrate your logic clearly to the interviewer.
Make the interview conversational; engage the interviewer as a collaborator.
Use simple numbers and round when doing calculations unless exact precision is requested.
When analyzing data or exhibits, take your time and synthesize key takeaways.
For behavioral questions, use the STAR method and focus on results and impact.
Stay calm, confident, and coachable—even when you’re unsure of the answer.

Case Interviewing Resources

Books

Case in Point: Complete Case Interview Preparation by Marc Cosentino
Ace Your Case: Consulting Interviews by WetFeet Insider Guide
Case Interview Secrets: A Former McKinsey Interviewer Reveals How to Get Multiple Job Offers in Consulting by Victor Cheng

Employer Resources and Practice Materials

All Other Interviews

Check out our page on Interviewing Skills. For additional practice on case interviewing, book an appointment on Handshake or visit Quinncia, an AI mock interview and resume review platform.