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Are MBB offices in developing countries perceived to be inferior?

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I can unequivocally say this is not the case for Bain. If you're in the consultant workforce, all offices are equal i... (read entire answer)

I can unequivocally say this is not the case for Bain. If you're in the consultant workforce, all offices are equal in all aspects and I find it hard to imagine that this would... (read entire answer)

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What is BCG hiring strategy?

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Bain Online test Pass

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Quitting a job due to preparation for consulting

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Hi Anonymous! Bold move! May I ask about your application status? Since preparing the application is much less work... (read entire answer)

Hi Anonymous! Bold move! May I ask about your application status? Since preparing the application is much less work intensive than the interview prep process, you might also d... (read entire answer)

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Bain psychometric assessment

on Sep 16, 2020

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How hard is it to make it to manager at consulting firms? Around what %?

on Oct 17, 2023

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{Please Advice} Hi everyone, when should I apply?

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How to be MECE?

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Generally, the first level of your framework should be MECE, So if some of the bullets underneath are not, that woudl... (read entire answer)

Generally, the first level of your framework should be MECE, So if some of the bullets underneath are not, that woudln't be an issue. A structure itself cannot be MECE without... (read entire answer)

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Hi Anonymous! If with partner referral you mean a note to HR saying you seem like a great candidate and they should... (read entire answer)

Hi Anonymous! If with partner referral you mean a note to HR saying you seem like a great candidate and they should invite you to an interview, then this almost certainly does... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey still doing PST during Covid in the U.S.?

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CV Review

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Does total investment include also purchase price and depreciation?

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Does the invitation to WebEx Case mean I passed the PST and I am allowed to the first interview ?

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Congratulations on making it there! If they have sent you an invite to a case, it seems like that. However, usually... (read entire answer)

Congratulations on making it there! If they have sent you an invite to a case, it seems like that. However, usually they also follow-up with an email and guidance on how to pr... (read entire answer)

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Bain application - International offices

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Nature of the telephonic case interview

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CASE: MECE structure to suggest "paid" features & basic in a freemium product?

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Bettering my Application chances

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Strategy for Customer Retention -MECE Framework feedback

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Hi, as always with cases you need to clearly define your metric, Here the "Churn". Ask clarification question to un... (read entire answer)

Hi, as always with cases you need to clearly define your metric, Here the "Churn". Ask clarification question to understand how does your client define churn (Usually how many... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey Start date and travel?

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Hi A, First of all, congratulations on the offer! Secondly, why do you even hesitate? You are able to choose the... (read entire answer)

Hi A, First of all, congratulations on the offer! Secondly, why do you even hesitate? You are able to choose the starting date on your own so take your time and travel. Bett... (read entire answer)

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