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I’m a university student applying for Junior Associate at McKinsey with significant experience, and I received the Solve Game link. Does this mean they’re fine with me being a student, and could strong interview performance lead to a higher-level role?

on Sep 22, 2025

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Is it possible for a candidate who applies for a Junior Associate position at McKinsey to be offered a higher role, such as Associate or Senior Associate, after the interviews?

on Sep 22, 2025

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Can a company like McKinsey waive some of the formal job requirements if a candidate demonstrates exceptional experience or achievements, even if they do not possess all the required academic qualifications (e.g., a university student without an MBA)?

on Sep 22, 2025

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on Sep 21, 2025

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How does McKinsey’s program for annual leave work? Do they have specific days allocated, or is it flexible? I’ve already planned a 7-day trip in March and I’m not sure what to do. Should I bring this up with them or consider cancelling?

on Sep 21, 2025

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I completed the BCG X coding assessment (400/600) 5 business days ago, but my application still shows ‘Assessment Requested’ and I haven’t received any update — should I keep waiting or consider it a rejection?

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Hi! I just finished my 3rd round at McKinsey. About 30 minutes later they called to schedule another interview with HR. Does this mean I passed the 3rd round? The recruiter mentioned that no final decision has been made yet, and I’m not entirely sure how it went I did mistakes

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