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Hi there, once your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to our online assessment. With that invitation, w... (read entire answer)

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How could I best prepare for McKinsey verbal and numerical reasoning test?

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Choosing when to submit your initial application

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Application with a bachelor's degree

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Hi, I will give my best to cover all the questions. In general, we don’t hire for a specific major. It’s more impo... (read entire answer)

Hi, I will give my best to cover all the questions. In general, we don’t hire for a specific major. It’s more important that our consultants have a structured mind & business... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey Implementation - Mentoring and Coaching stories

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Bain's How to Win Market entry strategy

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How many six-packs of beer are sold in a year in the U.S.

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Cédric, an important thing to keep in mind: There is no right answer for market sizing cases (I mean there is obvi... (read entire answer)

Cédric, an important thing to keep in mind: There is no right answer for market sizing cases (I mean there is obviously the true number, which I doubt anyone knows for certai... (read entire answer)

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Did anyone purchase Victor Chengs PEI guide? If so, how is it?

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the importance of academic background and prior experience for applying consulting positions

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Rejected lack of motivation

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Do you have experienced hiring program ? I spent 14 years in capital markets industry and want to switch to consulting

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Yes, we do take experienced / lateral hires. The position will depend on your past experience amongst other factors. Please reach out to our HR team to know more. Hope this helps.

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Is there anybody here who have "Case In Point" by Marc P. Cosentino full materials?

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What additional benefits do I get at DHLC (e.g. when on business travel)?

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Hi, Our list of additional benefits is quite long, it would be helpful to know which areas are the most interesting... (read entire answer)

Hi, Our list of additional benefits is quite long, it would be helpful to know which areas are the most interesting for you. Please note that some pieces of information can be... (read entire answer)

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