Hi,
Thanks to preplounge based preperation & guidance, recently I was extended an offer to join McKinsey & Company as a fellow (Business Analyst). I join the McKinsey in November 2021.
From what I understand, the McKinsey 'up or out' culture demands high performance and I am extremely excited to begin my work at the firm. Given I have roughly four months before joining, I'd like guidance on what things one should prepare prior to joining.
These could include:
1. Proficency on tools such as MS Excel and Powerpoint - If you could elaborate on the depth of expertise expected and any resources where it can be acquired.
2. Problem solving ability & understanding - I come from a non-target school with no real consulting infrastructure so any guidance with this would be very benefitial.
3. Any other area which you believe to be critical to success at the firm and is useful to learn or begin the process of learning before joining.
Thank you for your consideration of this question.