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Anonymous A

on Feb 25, 2025

Asia

Does BCG TDA has different online test than regular BCG?

Hi, I'm wondering, do candidates who applied for BCG TDA has different type of test than those who applied for regular BCG? If yes, what are the differences?

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Mattijs

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on Feb 25, 2025

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Hi,

There is a difference. The BCG TDA online reasoning test typically focuses on quantitative and logical reasoning, similar to GMAT-style questions.

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Sebastian

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on Feb 25, 2025

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Hi there,

BCG rolled out a new online test format last year (at least for the German system). Consists of 80 questions in 30 minutes, comprising both numerical and verbal questions.

I believe that TDA gets a similar test but different questions which are more technical and tailored to what a TDA consultant is doing.

Best,
Sebastian

Mariana

Coach

on Feb 25, 2025

Hello there,

See the responses in this link:

https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/bcg-tda-practice-21660

Best,

Mari

Alessa

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on Feb 25, 2025

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Hey there ?, generally speaking the core structure of BCG's online test remains similar regardless of the role. However, candidates applying for BCG TDA might see some additional components or questions geared toward assessing technical and data analytics skills—this aligns with the focus on digital and technology. If you're comfortable with the standard case and aptitude questions, you should be well-prepared, but it might be worthwhile to brush up on any technical tools or analytics concepts if you suspect they could come up. Best, Alessa ?

Florian

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on Feb 25, 2025

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Hi there,

Should be the cognitive test, which they newly introduced last year in some offices. If that's the case, it comes with 80 questions in 30 minutes, mainly focused on calculations and quant. reasoning.

Cheers,

Florian