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Is it okay to talk about my consulting club in a fit interview?

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Easy case types on MBB interviews - still possible?

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Opportunity cost is an Economic Cost (used in an economic perspective to arrive at decisions) Economic costs differ f... (read entire answer)

Opportunity cost is an Economic Cost (used in an economic perspective to arrive at decisions) Economic costs differ from Accounting Costs (which are reported on PnL and Balance... (read entire answer)

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Interview IT-Advisory (EY Switzerland)

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Hey Patrick, feel free to prepare yourself for 2-3 case interviews in the 1st round with personal fit and your ques... (read entire answer)

Hey Patrick, feel free to prepare yourself for 2-3 case interviews in the 1st round with personal fit and your questions. First interview - personal fit + small case or brai... (read entire answer)

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"Walk me through your resume"

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McK PST for APD candidates?

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BCG real life second round

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Does anyone have any additional McKinsey PST material? Please message me if you do. Would be very thankful.

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Dear A, PST is no longer used. It was replaced by Imbellus - gamplified test, consist of 2 parts and you will be gi... (read entire answer)

Dear A, PST is no longer used. It was replaced by Imbellus - gamplified test, consist of 2 parts and you will be given 1 hour to resolve it. Best, André

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Numeracy questions: do I need to answer directly and to structure the solution or the interviewer will guide me?

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