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Want to join the target school

business school target school

Most recent answer 47 seconds ago

Anonymous A asked on Sep 22, 2023

Hey, I have been working in Fortune 500 companies but graduated not brand school for both MBA and also bachelor to apply for Middle east MBB.Shall i consider a Msc in a target university, To increase my chance?

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Re-considering my application

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MBB & TIER 2 PREPARATION | 70+ OFFERS | 6+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE | 1000+ SESSIONS | 1ST SESSION - 50% OFF

gave the best answer on Sep 23, 2023

MBB & TIER 2 PREPARATION | 70+ OFFERS | 6+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE | 1000+ SESSIONS | 1ST SESSION - 50% OFF

Hi! At most consulting companies a CV screening rejection does not entail a ban, so you are free to try and apply again through a referral. You've got nothing to lose here if you try. If it doesn't work out, reapply aft ... (read entire answer)

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MBB interviews - Tie or no tie?

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Anonymous A asked on Sep 23, 2023

Some people I’ve asked say it doesn’t matter, but I need to make a decision. What would you do, and what is the safest option?

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OC&C Case Interview Prep

OC&C Strategy Consultants Case: Expansion einer Schmuck Agentur in China

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer with ~5 years of interviewing experience

gave the best answer on Sep 23, 2023

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer with ~5 years of interviewing experience

Hi, In my perspective - that's actually not the best question or direction to head in. If we take a step back and think about it, all management consulting firms are looking for the same fundamental and core skills. Th ... (read entire answer)

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Consulting Internships in Middle-East

ATKearney consulting MBB Summer Internship

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Anonymous A asked on Sep 23, 2023

Hello Everyone.I am currently doing my Masters at ESCP Business School, straight after my Bachelors in India. I don't have particular work experience except for internships in Management positions, but I have won some c ... (read entire question)

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Kearney or Strategy& Dubai

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Anonymous A asked on Sep 23, 2023

Hi all Of the two firms, which is one is best ? In terms of exiting opportunities, skills developing and prestige thanks

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Which position to apply in 3 Big consulting firms as an 4 years work experience?

Application Bain Bain & Company BCG McKinsey position

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asked on Sep 23, 2023

Hello all, I'd like to get your opinion about which position I should applying for in McKinsey, Bain and BCG. I have 4 years experience in a top FMCG company in Supply Chain function. For Mckinsey, I was told to apply ... (read entire question)

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Interview Invite - No Response Back

Addressing interviewer

Most recent answer 24 minutes ago

Anonymous A asked on Sep 23, 2023

Hey all, I received an interview invite from a large boutique consulting firm. I quickly responded and gave them several times and dates I was available. It has been about a week since I emailed them, should I reach o ... (read entire question)

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Ban after screening rejection

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Anonymous A asked on Sep 23, 2023

Will I be banned to re-apply again this month after BCG resume screening rejection in July? I got rejected at the screening stage and I didn't even get to pass the online test.

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Case Coach: Flaw in M&A Case Framework - omission of market and competitive landscape bucket.

Mergers&Acquisitions

Most recent answer 26 minutes ago

Anonymous A asked on Sep 23, 2023

I want to ask a question about a diagram I was shown regarding mergers & acquisitions. I have so far practiced around 50 cases on PrepLounge and have largely been consistent with being able to assess the following ... (read entire question)

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Cannibilisation Effect

Stern Stewart Case: Sports Growth

Most recent answer 29 minutes ago

Anonymous A asked on Sep 24, 2023

In this case, we are required to calculate the total sales from eCommerce streams in France and Germany respectively. We are also asked to factor in a “cannibilisation effect", which appears to be the extent to which t ... (read entire question)

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Interest rate trend vs inflation

Bank growth strategy

Most recent answer 31 minutes ago

Anonymous A asked on Sep 24, 2023

This case states under diagram 3: Since the government is trying to control inflation, Interest rates are expected to decline in the next few years. Is this a typo? Isn't it the case that interest rates rise as inflatio ... (read entire question)

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CV Review

CV CVreview Resume

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Volkswagen Consulting| Your Automotive and Mobility Expert | Inhouse Consulting | China

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Volkswagen Consulting| Your Automotive and Mobility Expert | Inhouse Consulting | China

Hey, as you might imagine, a CV optimization is always a very delicate and personal matter (besides obvious grammar, formatting etc mistakes). Therefore, it would be extremly helpful if you'd provide some more backgro ... (read entire answer)

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Possible error on figure 4?

In-flight Broadband

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Anonymous A asked on Sep 24, 2023

On figure 4 of this question, we are told that the fixed costs are $ per plane per year: The startup must pay satellite operators an annual satellite fee. (50K) In addition, the startup must pay the operator for every m ... (read entire question)

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Old submission

Most recent answer 35 minutes ago

MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep

gave the best answer 11 hours ago

MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep

Hi there, Actually you should be ok here! I would reach out to both HR and the referrer to “dobule-check” that your new resume (attached) is being referenced and not the old one. This is actually not a bad way to get na ... (read entire answer)

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Pursue MBB while just starting at T2

Most recent answer 36 minutes ago

MBB & TIER 2 PREPARATION | 70+ OFFERS | 6+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE | 1000+ SESSIONS | 1ST SESSION - 50% OFF

gave the best answer 20 hours ago

MBB & TIER 2 PREPARATION | 70+ OFFERS | 6+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE | 1000+ SESSIONS | 1ST SESSION - 50% OFF

Hi!Does it make sense to bother and apply already when I am only 2 weeks into the job as a new graduate? I strongly believe you should not bother applying to other firms at this stage of your employment. For one, the pr ... (read entire answer)

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Applying to MBB for a third time?

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Anonymous A asked 21 hours ago

If you‘ve been rejected twice in the past, will you be at any disadvantage when it comes to getting an interview?

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Problem in referrals

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MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep

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MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep

Hi there, Same reason a coworker might not respond to an email, a candidate might not respond to a coach, or someone on a dating app might not respond: People are busy and have other priorities! First: Don't beat yourse ... (read entire answer)

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Challenges of transitioning from strategy consulting to corporate strategy

Corporate Strategy

Most recent answer 2 hours ago

Anonymous A asked 7 hours ago

I have worked as a generalist consultant for 3 years (post-MBA), and I am looking to transition to corporate strategy. One challenge I foresee is how “transferrable” is the consulting tool kit and problem-solving skills ... (read entire question)

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How to respond to "how do you know the person who referred you"?

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Anonymous A asked 23 hours ago

Say you drop a few names in your interview from people you've networked with on LinkedIn. If you're asked how you know these people, it seems to lose power to say you just spoke to them on LinkedIn. How should you respo ... (read entire question)

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