I am going to take the tests on Monday (in Madrid) and I am not sure what the ''CASE part'' is still... (more)
Hi, I get these requests quite often, however, it is hard to help the fresh consultants mainly because of logistical issues: You can not share the details of your project. If you do - probabl... (more)
Hi! What you are asking is whether there is a difference in approach between new product launch or new market entry. Well - the fundamental decision logic remains the same of course! And let me tell y... (more)
Hey there, calm down! :-) You certainly need to meet a certain threshold regarding cognitive smartness ("IQ"). However, you do not need to be Albert Einstein for sure! If you meet that required... (more)
Are you talking about caseinterviewmath.com? I often recommend that specific tool, since I used it myself to great effect. It will rank you by accurracy and speed against other applicants. I do not kn... (more)
Hi, Does not agree with Guennael: At McKinsey Alumni cannot make a referral, however, they can ask their friends who still work in a company Partners have more weight, however, they will be... (more)
Yes you can. I was in that situation at the time, "We love you, but don't have any spot right now; can you wait a year? Please let us know if anything in your situation changes" -> You can defin... (more)
Hey hey, I'm in exactly the same position as you: still haven't heard anything. A friend of mine was at my assessment centre and got called a few days later with an offer but hasn't had anything over... (more)
Does anyone know, in addition to McK's PST, which strategy consulting firm use written test as first... (more)
For additional practice, I am looking for someone to exchange practice material I have many paid... (more)
Hi, I recommend buying some great books on leadership that have all the relevant frameworks and go through them trying to assess where on that scale you are now. For example: The positive lea... (more)
Hi Anonymous, speaking for MBB: Conditions are fixed and identical across all cities in Germany (non-negotiable for fresh university graduates) You get a lump-sum relocation allowance (you... (more)
Hi Anonymous, I can talk for MBB interviews, and here the likelihood of such an interview is 0% (for the generalist track! Will be different for expert tracks of course!). The reason is that MBB... (more)
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the firm and you should definitely not waste your time with too generic questions (e.g. what is the culture like? Any advice for the interviews/applicat... (more)
Has anyone heard either way re Strategy& London final rounds last week (I did M&A assessment... (more)
I don't know that we have enough data to give you a clear answer one way or the other. Don't forget also the 3rd option, do a couple of years at your boutique + do a good rated masters & get into... (more)
Hi Anonymous, from my experience in doing recruiting for both McKinsey and BCG, and having interviewed many applicants in both styles, I believe I can give a comment here. :) The difference is e... (more)
Hi, If it is an offer for a generalist there is no room to negotiate. You can ask for a higher sign-on bonus, but they will not let you lead the project from the beginning. You'll get back on track... (more)
Hi Anonymous, I can give you a clear answer for MBB firms. The location of your office has ZERO impact on your staffing! The entire German system is treated as ONE office (with multiple locations,... (more)
