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MBB in Dubai

application process Bain & Company BCG consulting dubai McKinsey
Neueste Antwort am 23. Apr. 2024
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Cristian
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Adelina,  Happy to provide a perspective on this since about a third of my candidates focus on ME (esp Dubai & Riyadh) and have helped with getting several offers in the region in the past weeks.  First of all - it' ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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McKinsey Client Development Hub- Location Analyst

application process Latin America MBB McKinsey recruiting Referral
Frage bearbeitet am 10. Apr. 2024
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Kevin
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McKinsey | PhD in Biostats
Kevin
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McKinsey | PhD in Biostats
Hello! It's truly inspiring to see your determination and the significant strides you've made since your last application to McKinsey – From enhancing your consulting experience to improving your GPA and networking with ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Do I need to stay as a student post offer?

APD APD recruiting Application application process McKinsey
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Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Experte
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No, they won't.  And if they ask, you can be very transparent about it.  Them inviting you to this programme is based on your experience until now, not what you do until the programme starts.  So don't worry about it.  ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Partner Referral

Application application process interview process MBB networking Referral referrals
Neueste Antwort am 5. Apr. 2024
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Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, A referral is just a door opener such that the recruiting team will look through your application more thoroughly. Depending on the seniority, tenure and advocacy of the person referring you, you have a better ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Am I allowed to re apply to McKinsey and BCG again?

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Francesco
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Hi there, Q: Does the re application ban period for McKinsey and BCG still apply for me (McKinsey says 12-18 months, but BCG did not mention anything regarding that)?  If you are applying for the same position, in theor ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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How to mention consulting on your resume

application process CV MBB Resume switch
Neueste Antwort am 29. März 2024
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Victoria Christine
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1st&2nd session 33% off|Incoming BCG Consultant ME|President of the Consulting Club|Esade MBA|Offers from McKinsey & BCG
Victoria Christine
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1st&2nd session 33% off|Incoming BCG Consultant ME|President of the Consulting Club|Esade MBA|Offers from McKinsey & BCG
Hello A, When mentioning your current MBB experience on your CV, it's important to highlight your achievements and contributions without -as you already mentioned- disclosing any confidential or sensitive information. H ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Long application process

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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This isn't too abnormal! There was overhiring a year ago, pipelines have slowed this year, AND we're at end of year. I would reach out in mid-Jan. Remember, you should never pin all your hopes and dreams on on ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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BCG Application mistake

Application application process BCG
Neueste Antwort am 29. Feb. 2024
Die beste Antwort (am 23. Feb. 2024) ist von:
Andreas
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BCG Principal, First/Final Round Interviewer, Post-MBA offers from All Big 3, Experience working for Booz and Accenture
Andreas
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BCG Principal, First/Final Round Interviewer, Post-MBA offers from All Big 3, Experience working for Booz and Accenture
My guidance would depend on the office location, i.e. how important is Arabic to your application.  For example, if you applied to an office in the US, I wouldn't consider your Arabic language skills very central to you ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Bain's application process

Application application process Bain & Company
Neueste Antwort am 26. Feb. 2024
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Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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Hi there! Sorry to hear about this complication.  Basically, the way it works in practice is that your first option office is the one that receives your application, and they decide whether to accept it or not.  There a ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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McKinsey - Strong referral one month after the application

Application application process business analyst MBB McKinsey Referral
Neueste Antwort am 15. Jan. 2024
Die beste Antwort (am 12. Jan. 2024) ist von:
Brad
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Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
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Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Hi there,   Exciting times!   You’ve ask a couple of good questions. Let me try to answer them together.   At some point, the firm needs to take N number of applicants and distil them down to Y number of interviewees. T ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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BCG Application Process - Online Tests

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Neueste Antwort am 31. Dez. 2023
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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
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, Q: Are all experienced hires expected to take just 1 of the below tests or a combination?  BCG uses different tests depending on the office and role. In most cases, you will have to do the BCG Online Case (num ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Can you apply for more than one position at McKinsey using the same PSG results?

application process case interview practice with consultants McKinsey
Neueste Antwort am 30. Dez. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 26. Dez. 2023) ist von:
Alberto
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Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Alberto
Experte
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Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Hi there, To your questions: Q1: If you applied for for more than one position at the McKinsey portal (you can actually apply to as much as you want), and you got two of these applications status “ in process” that tech ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Benefits of Referral

analytical test application process CV screening interview process management consulting MBB referrals
Neueste Antwort am 30. Dez. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 10. Nov. 2023) ist von:
Frederic
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ex Jr. Partner McKinsey |Senior Interviewer| Real Feedback & Free Homework between sessions|Harvard Coach|10+ Experience
Frederic
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gab die beste Antwort am 10. Nov. 2023
ex Jr. Partner McKinsey |Senior Interviewer| Real Feedback & Free Homework between sessions|Harvard Coach|10+ Experience
Importance of referrals really differs my geography, but in general you can see the following advantages: Expedited Process: In some cases, a strong referral can fast-track your application, bypassing certain stages of ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Does McKinsey shut down over Christmas?

Application application process Application timing Applied junior associate McKinsey
Neueste Antwort am 18. Dez. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 16. Dez. 2023) ist von:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Experte
gab die beste Antwort am 16. Dez. 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Hannah, Short answer, yes :) That said, YOU should not “shut down” over Christmas. Make sure you're using this time to case prep! Also, please, for the sake of your sanity, stop refreshing your emails :P And, please ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Application ban disappeared after 6 months

application process BCG online case CV screening MBB
Neueste Antwort am 16. Dez. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 8. Dez. 2023) ist von:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Experte
gab die beste Antwort am 8. Dez. 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, That's great! Definitely check with your referrer. The nice thing is this gets them to talk to the recruiters about you and your name becomes more familiar. A few things: Double check the resume is optimal - I ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Application process

application process
Neueste Antwort am 1. Dez. 2023
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Experte
gab die beste Antwort am 1. Dez. 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Honestly, just don't. Network with them to find out when roles are open for you. Then, apply once they are.
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Getting into MBB Consulting after graduation with boutique internships

application process case interviews CV screening MBB work experience
Neueste Antwort am 1. Dez. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 1. Dez. 2023) ist von:
Ian
Experte
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Experte
gab die beste Antwort am 1. Dez. 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Heres some reading to help: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/how-to-get-a-consulting-internship-tips-and-tricks
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Asked to have another interview round after the "Decision Round". Is this normal?

application process Case Interview Decision Round MBB
Neueste Antwort am 30. Nov. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 30. Nov. 2023) ist von:
Alberto
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Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Alberto
Experte
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Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
You can check how the recruiting process works from an internal MBB perspective here: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/mbb-hiring-hacks-behind-the-curtain-secrets Best, Alberto — Check out my latest case based on ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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Format of German Tabular CV Question

Application application process CV CV screening German germany Lebenslauf MBB
Neueste Antwort am 10. Nov. 2023
Anonym gab die beste Antwort am 8. Okt. 2018
Hi Anonymous, I am German, have worked in consulting in Germany and have seen my share of CVs, so I hope I can help. So first of all: None of the three examples are total no-gos. I would consider No 2 best / sa ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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PhD in Geology

Advice application process
Neueste Antwort am 31. Okt. 2023
Die beste Antwort (am 13. Juli 2022) ist von:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Experte
gab die beste Antwort am 13. Juli 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Is it possible to work as a consultant with a phd in geology? Sure. The fact they invited you at McKinsey already confirms your profile fits, otherwise you would have not passed the screening. There are two ... (ganze Antwort lesen)
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