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Compensating bad grades (MBB)

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For MBB entry level roles, compensating for bad grades is difficult as it's usually the first hygiene factor (incl. school) for a CV to be considered. It is worth noting that the bar for consideration is not necessarily ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Pass Grade only for Medicine

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Francesco

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Hi there, 1) Compared to undergraduate degrees, it is more difficult or easier to get into MBB with MD qualification? If you are applying for the same position, the bar from their side will be the same. If not done alre ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Transcript check

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First, there's no need to apologize for asking questions; this forum is here to help with just that! Here's a structured response to your query: Importance of GPA: Yes, GPA does matter for consulting firms, especially t ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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90%+ grade in masters at top 5 target European school - does it make a difference for job application?

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Hi there, first of all - congratulations to your outstanding universit performance. As a former consulting captain for major business university, my perspective on your questions: Grades do matter- put them in your CV a ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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A-Level grades not great and non-target university

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Without a doubt it’s harder, but not impossible. I was at a non-target school, two years post graduate and applied off cycle - it’s possible. The firms are looking for people who excel in what they do - you need to be a ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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MBA Grades Question

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Hi there, Q: Given the fact that Harvard Business School does not have a grade non-disclosure policy, could low grades have a negative impact on future hiring at MBB? Most candidates just put Dean’s List for MBAs when t ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Study Abroad Grades

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Hi there, Yes, it's totally ok to add predicted grades as long as you can explain the methodology by which you did it and it's a reasonable one. You might be overestimating the extent to which they care about grades an ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Swiss grades - MBB

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Hello! As a general rule of thumb -not only Switzerland, but all offices-, grade do matter, but are not a deal breaker. What do I mean with this? The higher your grades are, overall, the better. And it does cou ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Importance of Grades for Full-Time Recruiting

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Hi, Let me jump in here, and speak based on my experience with BCG. Top tier consulting firms typically evaluate the following in order to invite a candidate for an interview: 1. University brand name (e.g. ~t ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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University Grades

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Hi Anonymous, in general, a GPA below 3.7 makes it more difficult to be considered unless compensated by strong achievements. However, different companies have different criteria according to the country and brand nam ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Invited to McKinsey and BCG with average grades

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Anonym gab die beste Antwort am 16. Sept. 2020

Hi A, Your concerns are a bit exaggerated. I have to agree with my colleagues - you have already got an invitation so grades are not going to matter that much. You have to concentrate on preparing for the interviews ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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My grades are not excellent, can I still get into MBB?

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Hello! The HR team who reviews CVs does a "holistic" overview of them. What does this mean? That is not only looking at grades, but the whole picture. If your records are not great but you were a professional sport ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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I'm just starting my MS at a target school and want to apply to MBB. The applications ask for GPA which I don't have

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Anonym gab die beste Antwort am 16. Aug. 2020

Dear A, I think that you shoutl still apply and put an expected level of your GPA. If there will be some further issues you can right to the recruiting team. Wish you all the best, André

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Grades after headhunter invitation to MBB?

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Antonello

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Hi, I have supported tenths of experienced hired in interview preparation. MBB do not care about grades for these positions, but consider only the last working experiences. Therefore, I always recommend displaying grade ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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GPAs on Resume Y/N?

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Anonym gab die beste Antwort am 26. Apr. 2019

If it is good (maybe 3.5+) then you can put. If it is not, I do not see any reason to emphasize it. Cheers Serhat

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Grades for MBB

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Hi Anonymous, Top consulting firms look for different elements in every candidate before making a decision to invite to interviews. For a fresh graduate, grades are important but they are not the only ones. With your ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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