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BCG Consultant Roles Questions

Hi there,

I plan to apply for Associate/Consultant positions before the end of this year. According to BCG's official website, Consultant roles are always open, but I'm unsure if it's the best approach to apply directly. I applied about a year and a half ago but never heard back. Would applying for specific roles on LinkedIn be more effective?

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Oliver
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am 24. Apr. 2024
Former BCG interviewer (75+ interviews for associates, consultants and MBA hires) | I will make your practice perfect

Hi,

Great to hear that you are applying for BCG. Three suggestions:

  • Depending on the region you are applying in - the easiest way to apply is through a BCG organized recruiting event. They might offer business courses, attend university job fairs or organize some kind of in-house day. 
  • If those options are not offered in your region, applying through the BCG website/portal is the preferred way. They should definitely come back to you so do not hesitate to ask them about the status of your application.
  • Lastly, you can also try to reach out to a BCG employee who works at your preferred office on LinkedIn - they might be able to help you out with a referral

 

Best,

Oliver

am 25. Apr. 2024
Ex- Consultant at Mckinsey (With Offer from BCG too) | Expert Case Coach | Passionate for Case Studies

Hi! Back then I applied to BCG outside the standard window and after the interview process got an offer. 

While BCG's official website states that Consultant roles are always open, taking a proactive approach to your job search can help you stand out among other candidates. By demonstrating your enthusiasm, relevant experience, and proactive attitude, you may increase your visibility and likelihood of securing a role at BCG.

Please feel free to reach out to me, I can help you in applying and networking

am 25. Apr. 2024
#1 rated McKinsey Coach

Keyuan,

Don't apply directly.

Reach out to the recruiter and have a chat with them first. 

You want to understand whether this is actually the role that you should be applying for (relative to your professional experience) and whether they are currently recruiting. 

I know lots of BCG offices have now frozen recruiting until autumn, so you don't want to be the one who sends an application that isn't even considered.

You might also find this useful:

Best,
Cristian

am 26. Apr. 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi Keyuan, 

Q: Consultant roles are always open, but I'm unsure if it's the best approach to apply directly.

I would recommend applying via referral. You don’t necessarily need a referral to be invited for interviews, but it will increase your chances.

You can find some tips for that below:

How to Get an MBB Invitation

Good luck!

Francesco

Pedro
Coach
am 24. Apr. 2024
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Former Principal | 1.5h session | 30% discount 1st session

If it is a consulting role, it's the same. 

And no, not the best time. But you can apply this year… and again next year. So that means you should apply now, either way.

Agrim
Coach
am 24. Apr. 2024
BCG Dubai Project Leader | Elite Prep to dominate interviews | 10 years in Consulting + M&A | Free prep plan

Applying via a referral/networking is always the best bet.

Networking will also help you ask the timing question directly to someone in BCG who can give you the correct current picture.

Alberto
Coach
am 30. Apr. 2024
Ex-McKinsey AP | +13 yrs hiring top talent | I help you think, speak & perform like a real consultant (95% success)

Applying through referrals is the best way to maximize chances that BCG consider your application.

Best,

Alberto

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