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Alex Jason

on Aug 14, 2019

Global

McK PST for APD candidates?

Hi--

I'm an APD candidate with a PhD in Social Anthropology from the University of Edinburgh. I just spoke with a family friend who was in the DC office who came in as an experienced hire as an Associate. When I asked him about the PST, he said that APD candidates don't usually have to take it. He also had a role in developing tools and resources for PhD to Consulting new hires, so I imagine he'd have some insight on this.

I've seen this depends on region, but can anyone tell me if this is the case for the London office as well (which I'll be listing as my first choice)?

Many thanks!

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Sidi

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on Aug 16, 2019

McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 400+ candidates secure MBB offers

Hi Alex,

it depends on the region and also on the application. For example, Germany does not use the PST anymore at all. I believe the same is true for the US. In other regions it still persists, but only for graduate applicants, not for experienced hires. Then there are regions where every applicant has to take it. You have to contact recruiters to know the process in your target office.

Cheers, Sidi