Hello everyone, I have a phone informational this week with an MBB employee (they are not on consulting track which is what I want to do, but they are very high in their field). I’ve had several successful info interviews previously with people in jobs I am interested in, but this person and I have a close mutual contact and they kindly offered to chat. Besides asking about the MBB culture, what should I ask about? I know I should let the contact do most of the talking and I’d like to have some good questions prepared, but as the contact is/was not a consultant I’m unsure of exactly what I should be asking.
Back to overview
16
Informational Interview with MBB employee (not consultant)
2
3.1k
Be the first to answer!
Nobody has responded to this question yet.
Top answer
Mathias
on Dec 12, 2018
Coach
Ex-McKinsey Engagement Manager / Ex-Diplomat - Perfect choice for non-traditional candidates. Let's get you an offer!
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the firm and you should definitely not waste your time with too generic questions (e.g. what is the culture like? Any advice for the interviews/application?). I would try to ask personal questions, rather than general question. You could for instance ask about the employee's favorite project, a good/bad day at work and about the employee's career at MBB and if he/she would do anything differently if he would start again.
0 comments
Vlad
on Dec 12, 2018
Coach
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi,
You should be asking for an advice:
- Your career path and how MBB fits into it
- MBB career path
- Advice on preparation
Best!
Sign up for free to read all answers.
Sign up for free to read all answers.
Similar Questions
Most Popular Posts
Boomeranging to consulting after short late-stage startup stint - bad look for MBA?
9
on Jan 12, 2026
USA
8
100+
Top answer by
Evelina
Coach
EY-Parthenon l BCG offer l Revolut Problem Solving and Bar Raiser
8 Answers
100+ Views
+5
How can a mid-career professional transition into strategy consulting via part-time projects, shadowing, or internships?
9
on Jan 12, 2026
Global
10
200+
Top answer by
Melike
Coach
First session free | Ex-McKinsey | Break into MBB | Empowering you to approach interviews with clarity & confidence
10 Answers
200+ Views
+7
Is there a limit to the number of positions you can apply for at consulting firms?
9
on Jan 12, 2026
USA
6
200+
Top answer by
Evelina
Coach
EY-Parthenon l BCG offer l Revolut Problem Solving and Bar Raiser
6 Answers
200+ Views
+3
Questions after case: What to ask the interviewer
9
on Jan 15, 2026
Global
10
100+
Top answer by
Tyler
Coach
BCG interviewer | Ex-Accenture Strategy | 6+ years in consulting | Coached many successful candidates in Asia
10 Answers
100+ Views
+7
McKinsey JA role (london)
10
on Jan 16, 2026
UK
9
100+
Top answer by
Tommy
Coach
Ex-McKinsey associate and F500 director, experienced coach and mentor
9 Answers
100+ Views
+6