Hello Community,
I would like to ask you if the recruting process for the Singapore BCG Office entails an online math/logical test or a gamified assessment like the Imbellus for McK. If yes, what kind of test is that? How is it composed? How would you prepare for that. Thank you so much in advance
Hi there,
Yes, you should expect the BCG Online Test. The best way to be clear on this is to ask HR what you should expect for the interview.
That being said, you are likely to have to take a 1-hour version of the BCG online test, which includes you taking a multiple-choice test as well as completing a video recording.
Think of it as a merge of a case and the GMAT/GRE.
You need to be clear on some key case-related and account formulas (margin, growth, breakeven, etc) as well as be good at critically understanding the question (including nuance to questions) and parsing through complicated text with a fair amount of distraction.
You'll also need to be good at chart/graph reading.
There an excellent guide:
https://www.myconsultingoffer.org/case-study-interview-prep/bcg-online/
I also have a practice test - shoot me a message and I can send it your way!
Hi, I have some material to share. Feel free to text me
Best,
Antonello
Hi A,
There is no problem in asking HR about the upcoming interview to get an idea of what to expect.
You can actually start preparing for BCG and similar tests to get really well prepared. There are plenty of free tests on the internet that you could take as a real example. Here are some tips that will help you to prepare for the test in whole:
1. Carefully select and make a list of your practice material.
2. Practice quick math.
3. Improve your data analyzing and graph reading skills.
4. Learn how to speed-read.
5. Practice under limted real time conditions.
Wish you luck in the test passing!
Best,
Andre
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