This is a question from the pre-talk of MBB and I wonder what is the right approach for this type of... (more)
Hi, I haven't applied tothe locations you mentioned in your question, but having studied for two years in Shanghai, I can tell youthere might be something else to consider before CV and cover lette... (more)
Hi Anonymous, you can definitely apply ex-novo for BCG – they may still have your previous application registered but they will not consider it as a direct reference, given the time difference.... (more)
Hi guys, I have an upcoming interview (final round) with Accenture for a Digital Marketing and St... (more)
This is how I solved it. Clarifying questions: Does industry wide sale of lipstick mean # units sold or $ value of the units sold? Are we interested in just the market size or the number of... (more)
Hi all, The recruiting cycle is close to starting here. Can someone explain what Bain finds most... (more)
MBB and other major consulting firms all feature dedicated categories about their public sector prac... (more)
Hi, Sounds like a good approach. Some additions to the key questions you've highlighted: 1) Clarifying questions: Clarify the business model (i.e. how the business works and what are the r... (more)
Hi Anonymous, as for the period to decide on an offer, the standard in the industry is 1-2 weeks; as Hugo mentioned, there could be some differences, but mostly you will receive that time range.... (more)
Dear Anonymous, MBB, and even some companies that compete directly with them such as ATK, are very structured in problem-solving. Indeed, you will face the same structuring in all your engagements,... (more)
Hi, From the interviewer perspective, it is totally fine, since you aim at boosting your career and skills. From the HR perspective- it depends on the company and the country you are applying in... (more)
Hi, It's totally fine for the following reasons: You have not spent enough time in a tier2 firm MBB companies are actively hiring Tier2 consultants, so the initial point of them being reluc... (more)
Dear Ben, As you mentioned, in some cases you can easily communicate your hypothesis and which ones are you prioritizing in your analysis, after you set your initial structure. However, there are c... (more)
I'd look at the population surrounding the bridge, e.g. 2 cities from each side of the bridge then * % adult * % with drivers license * % with car * % travels to work * % travel to work through thi... (more)
This is the solution offered by McKinsey. (The link for the whole case ishttp://www.mckinsey.com/careers/interviewing/globapharm) Investment would need to increase the probability of success in... (more)
Hey one of my other case buddies recommendedwww.rocketblocks.me/index.php. I tried it and it a has really allowed/ helpedme to develop my thinking about the different buckets which helped me become... (more)
Hi, I successfully went through internship interviews at L.E.K. earlier this year. Written cases were not specifically a part of my interviews but one included printed-out charts which I had to inter... (more)
Hi, Completely agree with Jacub. I would add several points: An associate is a very short-term role. In a year you'll start leading a project as an Associate and after the first successful pr... (more)
Hi Christian, as you mentioned, the McKinsey SHL test is normally divided in two areas: Verbal: 30questions, 19 minutes to solve them. This is designed to assess logical, verbal and comprehen... (more)
Hi, It depends on who is your client. For a private company, it will be just a part of revenues that otherwise would be paid by the end user. For a government-owned company or a public-priv... (more)
