Get Active in Our Amazing Community of Over 584,000 Peers!

Finance
How does the Q&A work?
Ask a question to the community.
Get answers by coaches and peers.
Let contributions rise to the top with your upvotes.
Add new question

Not sure how to handle a situation with my referral?

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
3
2.8k
Profile picture of Francesco
Top answer by
Francesco
Coach
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
12
3 Answers
2.8k Views
Profile picture of Ian
+1

Monitor Case Interviews: Without calculator?

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
3
4.6k
Profile picture of Sidi
Top answer by
Sidi
Coach
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 500+ candidates secure MBB offers
24
3 Answers
4.6k Views
Profile picture of Ian
+1

Estimate the number of companies within a city

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
3
6.3k
M
Top answer by
Max
42
3 Answers
6.3k Views
D
+1
Are you looking for more exciting discussions from the community?
Sign up now and find more questions and answers in our Q&A.

Is McKinsey more elitist than BCG?

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
1
4.7k
Profile picture of Sidi
Top answer by
Sidi
Coach
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 500+ candidates secure MBB offers
18
1 Answer
4.7k Views

Oliver Wyman Data Science vs AT Kearney Analytics

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
2
4.6k
Top answer by
Anonymous
22
2 Answers
4.6k Views
Profile picture of Clara

Hi all, I would like to know how i should prepare for the BCG written case

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
1
2.5k
Profile picture of Deleted
Top answer by
Deleted
Coach
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
8
1 Answer
2.5k Views

How does case practice work?

on Jul 3, 2019
Global
1
3.5k
Profile picture of Astrid
Top answer by
Astrid
PrepLounge Head of Product & Marketing
13
1 Answer
3.5k Views

Are MBB consulting roles suitable for people who get bored easily?

on Jul 2, 2019
Global
2
5.3k
Profile picture of Sidi
Top answer by
Sidi
Coach
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 500+ candidates secure MBB offers
24
2 Answers
5.3k Views
Top Contributors
Profile picture of Vanessa
Vanessa
Coach
ex-McKinsey Senior Recruiter (7 years), ex-ZEISS Senior Recruiter (2,5 years) | Using my experience to your advantage
Profile picture of Ashwin
Ashwin
Coach
Ex-Bain | Help 500+ aspirants secure MBB offers
Profile picture of Ian
Ian
Coach
Ex-BCG | NYU Stern | MBB, Tech, & Strategy Coach | 5,000+ Sessions | 500+ Offers | 1,000+ Candidates | 100+ Countries

Many associates/ consultants leave MBB after a few years of gaining experience. Does the life feel lacklustre after?

on Jul 2, 2019
Global
2
2.8k
Profile picture of Francesco
Top answer by
Francesco
Coach
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
12
2 Answers
2.8k Views

What can one do to make the maximum of the MBB experience?

on Jul 2, 2019
Global
2
4.4k
Profile picture of Benjamin
Top answer by
Benjamin
Coach
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
12
2 Answers
4.4k Views
Profile picture of Deniz

Offers from BCG and Digital McKinsey: Decision?

on Jul 2, 2019
Global
5
5.8k
Profile picture of Hagen
Top answer by
Hagen
Coach
Globally top-ranked MBB coach | >95% success rate | 9+ years consulting, interviewing and coaching experience
15
5 Answers
5.8k Views
Profile picture of Deniz Profile picture of Francesco
+2

What can I do in the next year to prepare thoroughly for MBB consultant hiring processes?

on Jul 2, 2019
Global
1
3.1k
Profile picture of Deleted
Top answer by
Deleted
Coach
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
18
1 Answer
3.1k Views
Do you have a question for our industry experts, too?
Sign up for free and receive valuable insights and tips from our coaches.

Market Sizing for Cars

on Jul 2, 2019
Global
1
2.9k
Profile picture of Deleted
Top answer by
Deleted
Coach
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
12
1 Answer
2.9k Views

Do MBB care about GRE score a lot?

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
2
3.0k
Profile picture of Francesco
Top answer by
Francesco
Coach
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
12
2 Answers
3.0k Views
Most Popular Posts
Didn’t receive the Bain AC Online Test
on Oct 21, 2026
15
6
300+
BCG 1st round in Madrid. An experience or tips?
on Oct 21, 2026
16
8
300+
Bain First-Round Interview Experience in the DACH Region, Especially at the Munich Office?
on Oct 22, 2026
14
8
200+
Bain TestGorilla Video question?
on Oct 23, 2026
17
5
200+
What to expect for a final round for a Capabilities & Insights Analyst role at McKinsey? How should I prepare for the TEI? How is this different from a BA final round?
6 days ago
21
7
100+
Show more

Resume writer

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
3
3.6k
Profile picture of Francesco
Top answer by
Francesco
Coach
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
20
3 Answers
3.6k Views

BCG specific: can someone explain the difference between an associate and consultant please?

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
5
57.2k
Profile picture of Benjamin
Top answer by
Benjamin
Coach
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
523
5 Answers
57.2k Views
Profile picture of Deniz Profile picture of Ian
+2

ZS Associates vs. MBB for Life Science Consulting

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
1
4.3k
26
1 Answer
4.3k Views

Best resources for McKinsey case interviews & PEI

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
5
15.0k
Profile picture of Deleted
Top answer by
Deleted
Coach
Collected McKinsey & BCG offers/ Ex-McKinsey consultant/Harvard/WBS/MSU
50
5 Answers
15.0k Views
Profile picture of Clara Profile picture of Robert
+2

Hard Market Sizings

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
3
3.8k
Profile picture of Jamie
Top answer by
Jamie
Former Tier 2, now MBB in Dubai. Here to chill :)
16
3 Answers
3.8k Views
Profile picture of Ian
+1

Are referrals required even for students from target schools?

on Jul 1, 2019
Global
4
2.8k
Profile picture of Deniz
Top answer by
Deniz
Coach
5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 600+ Trainees | 1.3M YouTube Views
16
4 Answers
2.8k Views
Profile picture of Gaurav
+2
Top Contributors
Profile picture of Vanessa
Vanessa
Coach
ex-McKinsey Senior Recruiter (7 years), ex-ZEISS Senior Recruiter (2,5 years) | Using my experience to your advantage
Profile picture of Ashwin
Ashwin
Coach
Ex-Bain | Help 500+ aspirants secure MBB offers
Profile picture of Ian
Ian
Coach
Ex-BCG | NYU Stern | MBB, Tech, & Strategy Coach | 5,000+ Sessions | 500+ Offers | 1,000+ Candidates | 100+ Countries
Most Popular Posts
Didn’t receive the Bain AC Online Test
on Oct 21, 2026
15
6
300+
BCG 1st round in Madrid. An experience or tips?
on Oct 21, 2026
16
8
300+
Bain First-Round Interview Experience in the DACH Region, Especially at the Munich Office?
on Oct 22, 2026
14
8
200+
Bain TestGorilla Video question?
on Oct 23, 2026
17
5
200+
What to expect for a final round for a Capabilities & Insights Analyst role at McKinsey? How should I prepare for the TEI? How is this different from a BA final round?
6 days ago
21
7
100+
Show more
Most Talked About
Mckinsey PEI
on Oct 19, 2026
11
9
300+
BCG 1st round in Madrid. An experience or tips?
on Oct 21, 2026
16
8
300+
Bain First-Round Interview Experience in the DACH Region, Especially at the Munich Office?
on Oct 22, 2026
14
8
200+
Show more
Spotlight Questions
Question about
Case
where is data how to analyse
on Jul 26, 2025
16
3
1.0k
Current Bain Sova Test Inquiry
on Nov 1, 2025
9
3
700+
Industry and finance focused round
on Feb 25, 2026
13
5
600+
Questions by Categories
Questions about MBB
CV Questions
Personal Fit Questions
Archive
2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Show more
1 292 548 803 804 805 974
1 292 548 676 802 803 804 805 806 868 932 974
Most Talked About
Mckinsey PEI
on Oct 19, 2026
11
9
300+
BCG 1st round in Madrid. An experience or tips?
on Oct 21, 2026
16
8
300+
Bain First-Round Interview Experience in the DACH Region, Especially at the Munich Office?
on Oct 22, 2026
14
8
200+
Show more
Questions by Categories
Questions about MBB
CV Questions
Personal Fit Questions
Archive
2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Show more
Questions or Feedback?
Select category
  • Select category
  • Case Interview Preparation
  • Coaching
  • Technical Problems
  • Other
Your name
Your email address
Cancel