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Hi, I'm preparing for the 1st round analytical case interview (Problem-solving scenario & technical questions) at QB. It is a case with an analytical/modeling angle. Does anyone have experience with this kind of int ... (read entire question)

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MBB London tolerant to French speakers ?

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Dennis

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Hi, congratulations on getting the offer. That sounds exciting. First of all, they saw you in the interviews and made you an offer - that means they trust in your ability to succeed on the job. In consulting, it is pre ... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey Case Workshop event

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Hi there, None of these events are hiring events. Basically what they're trying to do is two things: 1. Attract more people into the recruitment funnel, i.e., people come to these events and start getting excited abou ... (read entire answer)

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Does Bain Riyadh only hire Saudi-nationals for entry-level positions?

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Hello, Here are my thoughts: 1) Ideally, all nationalities are eligible to apply to all locations. Middle East especially is super open to non-arabic speakers. I, myself, am joining BCG Riyadh. 2) There is however an el ... (read entire answer)

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Should I apply now or wait until June to apply

PhD Hire

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This will depend a bit on what your background is. Do you have some work experience during or prior to your PhD? If so, it would make sense to apply now. If not, you may be eligible for the advanced degree programme in ... (read entire answer)

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Applying to office aligned to professional background/interests

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Cristian

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Hi there, It can help, but it's not going to make a huge difference. The advantage is rather for you as an individual and future consultant. If you go into an office that tends to do more of the work that you're inter ... (read entire answer)

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Need solutions to apply to multiple offices at BCG

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Anonymous A asked 16 hours ago

Hello folks! I need an advice / solution as I am planning to apply to multiple locations at BCG. In particular, I want to apply to 4 different locations (3 in one region A and 1 in another region B). In region A, I hav ... (read entire question)

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How to use a referral?

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Anonymous A asked 15 hours ago

I asked for a referral and they have agreed to provide one. However, I'm still unclear on the next steps if the recruiter will reach out or do I still have to apply. I have asked them for clarity. What should I do just ... (read entire question)

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Time Duration for Reapply

Bain rejection

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Anonymous A asked 12 hours ago

Hi, Is this a set pattern rejection email of Bain, which is reproduced below? after how much time I can reapply there, curious to know: "Thank you for your interest in Bain & Company. We have received a large number ... (read entire question)

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drills for structured communication

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Anonymous A asked 12 hours ago

I have an issue staying structured especially in comms when I am nervous or overwhelmed (e.g. by chart with too many details, or just pressure of interviews). Not necessarily referring to layiing out a structure but mo ... (read entire question)

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McKinsey - Job Title Changed

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Hi there, ASC is one level above BA, so it is definitely not bad news, however, still strange. Why? If they “upgrade” you, they should notify you. It might be an internal mistake (setting the checkmark in the wrong line ... (read entire answer)

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Mental Math at Preplounge

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I am looking forward for MBB!

Hi, I was using mental math resources at preplounge but unfortunately after providing answer in the box the screen has not been changed.Is there any button to get the new question of every time I have to click on the to ... (read entire question)

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Strategy& Interviews: Video or Coffee Chat, Case Studies, Fit and Partner

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Amir asked 8 hours ago

Dear Friends, I need help to prepare for my PwC Strategy& coming interview, I was not able to find many info online. Please share any materials or if you know how to approach the Strategy& Interviews: 1. Video, ... (read entire question)

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Starting a career in consulting with a STEM degree

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Oliver asked 8 hours ago

I am a 2022 graduate with a masters in chemistry and have recently started looking into management or strategic consulting as a possible career path. I'm just wondering if anyone has been in a similar position and could ... (read entire question)

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Procurement Analyst - Technical Experience Interview

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What should I expect for the technical experience interview at McKinsey? The way it was explained to me is it is similar to PEI.

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Interview follow-up

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Hi there, Anything under a week is a bit too soon. Don't worry, they didn't forget about you. I'd suggest if you get to two weeks and you haven't heard back, then that's when you should follow-up. Let me also share w ... (read entire answer)

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'Under Review' status meaning?

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Hi there, It means that your application is under review :) i.e., they are in the process of looking at it, as well as at other applications and deciding which ones to move forward with. Give it another week or two an ... (read entire answer)

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Got Rejected from Mckinsey and Bain !

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Dennis

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Seasoned project leader with 7+ years of consulting and recruiting experience in USA and Europe

Hi there, sorry to hear about the outcome. The reason was probably not your CV or cover letter since they got you into the round of online assessment. So presumably your scores there were not sufficient enough and got y ... (read entire answer)

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Applied by recruiting event for diversity (female leadership) - Mckinsey

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Ardak asked on Jan 24, 2023

Hello everyone! I applied for recruiting event and was asked to apply for role to proceed with interviews. I consider myself experienced hire as i have 5 years of overall experience in local pharma and famous FMCG compa ... (read entire question)

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Contradicting feedback on analysing graphs

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Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best

Hi there, If you need more time, you should always take it. I continuously repeat this to everyone that asks. Of course it's better to be quick, but it's most important to be right. So these two recommendations actu ... (read entire answer)

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QuantumBlack - McKinsey Analytics

MBB London tolerant to French speakers ?

McKinsey Case Workshop event

Does Bain Riyadh only hire Saudi-nationals for entry-level positions?

Should I apply now or wait until June to apply

Applying to office aligned to professional background/interests

Need solutions to apply to multiple offices at BCG

How to use a referral?

Time Duration for Reapply

drills for structured communication

McKinsey - Job Title Changed

Mental Math at Preplounge

Strategy& Interviews: Video or Coffee Chat, Case Studies, Fit and Partner

Starting a career in consulting with a STEM degree

Procurement Analyst - Technical Experience Interview

Interview follow-up

'Under Review' status meaning?

Got Rejected from Mckinsey and Bain !

Applied by recruiting event for diversity (female leadership) - Mckinsey

Contradicting feedback on analysing graphs