Podcast to Podca$h
Practice this intermediate merger & acquisition case interview question in the Technology sector. Includes detailed problem prompt, clarifying questions, structured framework, and expert recommendation. Part of ProHub's 835+ consulting case library.
ProHub Comment
This is a structured capital budgeting case requiring the candidate to build a financial model from listener data and calculate NPV. The case tests both quantitative modeling skills (revenue build-up, cost analysis) and strategic thinking around market risks such as cannibalization and competitive response.
Estimated Time
26 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Source
Cornell
10
/ 100
Your client is a large music streaming platform. They are considering negotiating an agreement for exclusive ownership rights to content created by a famous podcaster for the next five years. They have hired you to help them evaluate the proposed terms of the agreement.
Clarifying Information
- Client is focused on maintaining their listener base and sell as many ad minutes as possible. They are also concerned with profitability.
- Revenue Streams: Membership fees and advertisements
- Costs: Upfront payment and a recurring licensing fee each year