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How to learn from McKinsey final round PEI-based rejection?

and Bain BCG Final Round MBB rejection final round McKinsey McKinsey Final Round rejection

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I'm really sorry to hear about this. It only stands to show how important the PEI is even though very few candidates treat it equally to the case. Indeed, you need to show that you not only understood ‘your side’, but ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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response after final round of interview

Decision Round Final Round followup MBB MBB rejection final round offer

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Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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They don't do silent rejections. When it does happen, it's more of a system failure rather than an intention. Most likely they are either having trouble getting all the interviewer on one call OR having trouble decidin ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Rejection After Final Round Interviews BCG

BCG Final Round MBB rejection final round rejection

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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

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ah thats so close! Frustrating I can imagine and sorry to hear this. But every rejection gets you closer to success. Stronger application next time, more practice and becoming sharper in solving cases is the only way ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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No offer after final McKinsey interview - what now?

Final Round MBB rejection final round rejection

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Hi there, First of all, while it might sound like small consolation, congratulations on making it to the final round! Seriously. If you made it that far, it means you can make it all the way. You have what it takes, but ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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BCG cooldown?

BCG MBB MBB rejection final round

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Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad

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Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad

As it’s a very different role I don’t think that the cool down period will apply. It’s worth checking with the recruitment team though. I wouldn’t worry about the resume - people often have gaps, it’s only a few months ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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BCG Rejection after final round

BCG MBB rejection final round Middle East

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Francesco

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Hi there, The standard ban is 24 months, you may. In some cases, they may offer a lower period – 12 or even 6 months (they normally communicate this in the feedback). Sometimes you may also reduce the timeline if you ma ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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BCG interviewer reached out to connect after final round rejection

BCG MBB rejection final round

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Moritz

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Hey there, Seems like you got really close to a pass! Being asked to reapply within 6 months is an indicator of that (usually 12-24 months freeze period). As for the call, your objective should be to set things in motio ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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What to do after rejection (feedback&thank you letter)?

MBB rejection final round

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Moritz

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Moritz

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Hi there, Sorry to hear! I respectfully disagree with others about not asking for feedback. You should absolutely ask and show your willingness to work on your skills! There's two good reasons for that: It will make an ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Is consulting about smartness and IQ?

MBB rejection final round

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Short answer: if you made it to the final round of an MBB, you probably have what it takes. Many candidates don't have what it takes to even get an interview. Most don't pass the first round. I know of many great people ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Rejected by MBB (second attempt), what to do next?

MBB rejection final round

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Hi there, Sorry to hear about the outcome of the MBB recruiting, I remember myself when I wanted a lot to pursue a different career that I do today (not consulting) and didn't get in, how hard it was to get my head aro ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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McKinsey - told to reapply within 6 months, should I?

BCG McKinsey and Bain MBB rejection final round second round interview

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Prepares you to crack ALL cases | Interviewer with recent cases, 150+ interviews, 6+ years exp (France, MENA)

Hey, First, sorry for the negative outcome. Is 6-month usual? No, as mentioned in the other comments, you probably were very close to an offer. Will it be a simplified processed? If they didn't mention it, probably not ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Reapplication after BCG final round rejection

BCG reapply interviews MBB rejection final round reapplication

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Moritz

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Moritz

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Hi there, Nothing but good news here! Let me elaborate: 1) Yes, it is typical for consulting firms to leave the door wide open when personal fit was good and case performance was just below the bar - as seems to be the ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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BCG / Mckinsey rejection freeze time impact on campus placement

BCG MBB rejection final round

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Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gab die beste Antwort am 13. Okt. 2021

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, Sorry to hear that things didn't work out on the first attempt. The freeze doesn't seem to work consistently across geographies and offices, so my advice would be to apply during campus recruitment (but don' ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Experienced hire rejection at MBB final round

Experienced Hire MBB rejection final round

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Francesco

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Francesco

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

Hi there, Sorry to hear that. I believe you can apply again also at BCG, but possibly for more senior positions – so may be in 2+ years. You may verify with them how long is the ban in your specific case. I helped c ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Mckinsey Feedback interview

BCG Bain McKinsey MBB rejection final round

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Anonym gab die beste Antwort am 7. Mai 2020

Hi, Absence of feedback is not a common practice at Big 3. And if it happens, usually it means rejection. In your case I would suggest calling HR and asking for clarifications. Also note that in super rare cases the ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Should I mention to recruiters that I almost got an offer in one of MBBs?

MBB rejection final round

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Francesco

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Francesco

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

Hi Piotr, I agree with Vlad, mentioning you reached the final round will probably leave a bad impression, giving the idea you were not a top candidate in that round; I would thus avoid to mention it. Best, Francesco

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McK/BCG reapplication with an ongoing MBA during COVID situation?

BCG reapply covid19 Executive MBA MBB rejection final round reapplication reapply Reapply mckinsey

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Luca

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BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached

Luca

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BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached

Hello, Before re-applying I would suggest to contact a person from the office (an HR or a consultant) to ask if they have stopped the recruiting process. If you don't have this possibility I would suggest to apply any ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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