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Bain Middle East Final Round then rejection - Can I apply again next year ?

Can I apply again next recruiting batch?

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on Dec 17, 2019
McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Hi,
yes, it usually takes from 12 to 18 months to be able to apply again.

Best,
Antonello

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Clara
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on Dec 17, 2019
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! 

Have a look at this similar post > https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/rejected-at-the-screening-level-whats-the-downtime-5424#first-answer

McKinsey HR recommends 12 months, I believe it won´t be different in BCG or Bain. The reason is that you need at least that time to actually add relevant new experience.

However, you could try some things, such as going to recruiting events that give you access to HR/visibility or trying to get a referral from someone from the office -which ensures that your CV gets reviewed by HR-.

Hope it helps!

Best,

Clara

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Luca
Coach
on Dec 17, 2019
BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached

Usually you have to wait at least 12 months, but you should talk with the HR staff and ask. Sometimes they give you a "come back" chance, just to give you the time to study a bit more and work on your weaknesses before doing a new interview.

Best,
Luca

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Vlad
Coach
on Dec 17, 2019
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi,

Usually, it's 12-24 months and you should check with HR when you can reapply

Best

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Deniz
Coach
on Dec 18, 2019
5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call

Hi,

The simple answer is; yes you can apply, as most offices have a ban period of around 12 months.

Best,

Deniz

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Andre
Coach
on Jul 29, 2020
Professional full-time coach|50+ happy clients in 12 months|Ex Roland Berger PM & Recruiter|Networking to get interviews

Hi A,

Usually it's 12-18 months, but before next application better clarify with HR you listing. 

Best,
André

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Gaurav
Coach
on Nov 19, 2020
#1 MBB Coach(Placed 750+ in MBBs & 1250+ in Tier2)| The Only 360° coach(Ex-McKinsey+Certified Coach+Active recruiter)

Hi there,

The ban period usually lasts 12-24 months. I recommend you reach out HR and discuss your situation. 

Do you need any further help?

All the best,

GB

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