McKinsey Problem Solving Game (Solve): Full Game Reveal

Welcome to our exciting walkthrough of the McKinsey Problem Solving Game! In this article, we'll take you through the complete assessment, covering Ecosystem Creation, Redrock Study, and Plant Defense. I encourage you to solve the game along with me to gain first-hand experience. Additionally, don't forget to visit our website at Prep Matter for access to the interactive simulation. It's a fantastic resource for practicing and is significantly cheaper than other similar simulations.

Contents

• Introduction
• Ecosystem Creation
• Redrock Study
• Plant Defense

Introduction

This video is the first of its kind, offering a complete assessment walkthrough. We begin with Ecosystem Creation, followed by the Redrock Study, and conclude with Plant Defense. Each section provides strategies and tips for success. If this is your first time with us, Prep Matter specializes in coaching and resources to help you ace your consulting interviews!

Ecosystem Creation

In the Ecosystem Creation segment, we are introduced as the island steward tasked with creating a sustainable habitat within the Coral Reef. Our primary goal is to establish an ecosystem that can thrive by selecting 8 species.

Objectives

• Select eight species that will survive as an ecosystem.
• Choose a suitable location for the ecosystem.
• Submit our choices for evaluation.

We utilize the guidebook and monitors to select species that contribute to a balanced ecosystem. As we progress, I'll demonstrate effective note-taking and time management techniques.

Location Selection

We need to identify four relevant monitors: depth range, temperature range, water current range, and salt content range. We analyze the species requirements and carefully select potential candidates based on their compatibility with the selected depth of 100 meters.

Selected Species

1. Producers:
   • Red Moss (3,000 calories, no requirements)
   • Sea Fan (3,500 calories, no requirements)
   • Sea Lettuce (3,000 calories, no requirements)
2. Animals (selected based on their food requirements):
   • Blue Jellyfish (4,500 calories, feeds on Red Moss and Sea Lettuce)
   • Loggerhead Sea Turtle (4,400 calories)
   • Great White Shark (6,000 calories)

With a balanced food web established, we check the species' survival requirements to finalize our ecosystem setup, click complete task, and see satisfactory results!

Redrock Study

Next, we move to the Redrock Study, where our role as a research assistant requires us to analyze various studies addressing ecosystem changes in the Nils mountain range of Northern Italy. The process involves:

Three-Stage System

• Investigation: Review gathered observations.
• Analysis: Execute calculations based on the study's questions.
• Report: Submit written and visual reports based on our analysis.

In this segment, we examine several exhibits and extract crucial data such as average snowfall, glacier areas, and species count. With this information, we will be able to answer specific questions that gauge our understanding of climate change's impact.

Key Data Points

The data reveals alarming trends:

Using this data, we calculate percentage reductions and differences, providing insights into the ongoing environmental changes.

Plant Defense

Finally, we tackle the Plant Defense game. Although it's been replaced by the Red Rock study, I’ll illustrate a few strategies to help you succeed:

Objectives

The primary goal is to protect native plants from invaders. You will deploy defenses, use terrain modifications, and allocate animals strategically.

Implementation

Invaders can vary in type and population size. For instance, if we encounter a fox population of 135, we might utilize rocky terrain to slow them down and deploy a rock python to manage their numbers effectively. As the game progresses, we adapt our strategy based on the changing scenarios presented.

In this simulation, our success is evaluated based on how many rounds we can survive while thwarting the invaders.

By engaging with the McKinsey Problem Solving Game, not only do you experience a rich learning environment, but you also gain insights and techniques that can lead to success in real-life assessments. If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to comment below and check out the full game simulation at Prep Matter.