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When can I expect to hear from Mckinsey about my Solve result

I took the Solve Mckinsey's game last Friday and have not heard any result from them. I wasn't prepared well for the game so I did not feel very good about it. I'm a little concerned about the result. When should I expect to have the result back from Mckinsey? P.S. I'm applying for associate intern at US offices for next summer as an APD candidante

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Clara
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on Nov 16, 2021
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Hello!

For what I have heard, up to couple weeks is totally normal, so wait a bit more and then follow up. 

Fingers crossed for u!

Cheers, 

Clara

Florian
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on Nov 16, 2021
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Hey there,

The usual span is 14 days, however, most candidates hear back within a week. In certain cases, it can also be a longer wait.

Fingers crossed for a positive outcome!

Cheers,

Florian

Andi
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on Nov 17, 2021
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From my experience, typically 1-2 weeks but can also take a lot longer these days, when recruiting is in full swing. 

Hagen
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on Nov 17, 2021
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Hi there,

First of all, fingers crossed that you will pass the McKinsey Solve!

This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for quite a lot of users, so I am happy to provide my perspective on it:

  • Generally speaking, from the experience of my coachees and my personal network, you should normally hear back within 14 days. Most of my coachees already heard back after about 7 days, but it also lasted longer for some.
  • Moreover, there seems to be no correlation between the time until you hear back and the results, so please don't think badly in case it takes longer.

In case you want a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare your upcoming McKinsey interviews, please feel free to contact me directly.

I hope this helps,

Hagen

Pedro
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on Nov 16, 2021
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Up to 3 weeks…

Ian
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on Nov 17, 2021
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Hi there,

You should expect anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks.

Good luck!

on Nov 17, 2021
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Hi there,

The time to get a reply after the Imbellus/Solve game varies. It is often within 2 weeks but can be longer. The longest I heard was 2 months and the result was positive. 

Good luck!

Francesco

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