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Anonymous A asked on Sep 09, 2018

Hello all,

I am having inteviews to switch from T2 consulting firm to MBB. I am struggling to find a storyline for McKinsey's cover letter. Any strong arguments to provide to justify switching from non MBB to MBB? As well as McKinsey specifically as an experience hired?
Thanks a lot!

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Vlad
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replied on Sep 10, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi!

It should be your personal research since the reasons may vary in different geographies. Here are some ideas of what you can use to structure your thoughts:

  • You can start with general facts about the local office. Something like “Sidney office is the fastest growing McKinsey office worldwide.”
  • If you have an interest in a particular industry or client this may also be a great reason. For example, McK can be the only consulting firm working with airlines in your region.
  • You may address the different Global opportunities and office initiatives. E.g. international staffing can be a good opportunity to learn about business in a particular country
  • Try to combine professional and Non-business rational. If you have friends working in that company, don’t forget to mention them and what you’ve learned from their experience.
  • You may use your other personal experiences like working with this McKinsey, it's deliverables or as it's client
  • You can provide your personal experience of working with McKinsey Alums

Good luck!

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Guennael
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replied on Sep 10, 2018
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews

Switching from T2 to MBB makes sense, no-one is going to question this. You still have to explain why now, why you think you can bring something to the table, and why McK specifically - just like you would in any cover letter. Perhaps you have a specific expertise already, honed in industry prior to consulting? In my experience, McK is often the most interested in leveraging these expertise sets directly. Ymmv; good luck

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