Hi, I receive conflicting information. Do the MBBs use ATS to screen the CVs for Associate/Junion Consultant roles or no? Thanks
Back to overview
34
knowing that adds another layer of stress
that's a problem! If this stresses you out, you're not ready for consulting....genuinely! Figure out what matters...don't stress about that which you cannot control.
I am referring to the applicant tracking system, where the software screens the CV to determine keywords, leadership, achievements, networking, clarity etc :D
I was rejected for one networking event based on my CV screening. If I rewrite the CV in an appropriate way, will it be read and judged objectivelly this time or there will be a bias from a previous sloppy CV.
I don't think people would remember your previous CV, given the amount of CV they screen on top of all the project work they are busy with.
Do the MBB use ATS when screening CVs?
5
5.3k
Be the first to answer!
Nobody has responded to this question yet.
Top answer
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi,
Nope, MBBs are doing it manually. However, how does it make a difference for you? HR is looking for exactly the same keywords and the ATS
Best
2 comments
Anonymous A
on Jun 4, 2020
Ian
on Jun 4, 2020
Coach
Ex-BCG | NYU Stern | MBB, Tech, & Strategy Coach | 5,000+ Sessions | 500+ Offers | 1,000+ Candidates | 100+ Countries
Clara
on Jun 3, 2020
Coach
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello!
Sorry, not sure if I got this correctly.
Do you mean like automated tools, to scrap the market?
Hope it helps!
Cheers,
Clara
Anonymous A
on Jun 3, 2020
Emily
on Jun 4, 2020
Coach
Ex Bain Associate Partner, BCG Project Leader | 9 years in MBB SEA & China, 8 years as interviewer | Free intro call
Hi,
As far as I know for BCG, nope ATS is not used.
HR would do some initial light screening but mostly the screening happens in the hands of consultants who are on the extended recruiting team.
Best
Emily
Anonymous A
on Jun 4, 2020
Emily
on Jun 4, 2020
Coach
Ex Bain Associate Partner, BCG Project Leader | 9 years in MBB SEA & China, 8 years as interviewer | Free intro call
Deleted user
on Jun 4, 2020
Ian
on Jun 4, 2020
Coach
Ex-BCG | NYU Stern | MBB, Tech, & Strategy Coach | 5,000+ Sessions | 500+ Offers | 1,000+ Candidates | 100+ Countries
Hi,
Not as far as I know.
However, ignore this question and any others for which you cannot control the result. Focus your efforts on things you can change (i.e. networking, improving your CV, case practice, etc.)
Similar Questions
Most Popular Posts
What is the structure and content of a BCG R1 interview?
14
on Oct 16, 2026
Canada
7
300+
Top answer by
Franco
Coach
Ex BCG Principal & Global Interviewer (10+ Years) | 100+ MBB Offers | 90% Success Rate
7 Answers
300+ Views
+4
What are my chances of getting a McKinsey first-round interview in Abu Dhabi with a Solve score of 550 ?
17
on Oct 16, 2026
Middle East
6
300+
Top answer by
Alessa
Coach
Ex-McKinsey | Ex-BCG | Ex-Roland Berger
6 Answers
300+ Views
+3
I interviewed with McKinsey last year but did not receive an offer. I'm now reapplying and wanted to ask whether it's generally acceptable to reuse PEI stories that I shared during my previous interviews, assuming they're still my strongest examples. Thank you for the help!
20
on Oct 18, 2026
USA
10
300+
Top answer by
Petros
Coach
Ex-BCG | 10+ years at Goldman Sachs & Bloomberg | End-to-end consulting recruitment coaching
10 Answers
300+ Views
+7
Bain SEA written case — format and how to prepare (experienced hire, Consultant)
12
on Oct 21, 2026
Asia
5
200+
Top answer by
Stuart
Coach
6+ years in Management Consulting | ex-Bain and Roland Berger
5 Answers
200+ Views
+2
BCG 1st round in Madrid. An experience or tips?
15
on Oct 21, 2026
Europe
8
300+
Top answer by
Ian
Coach
Ex-BCG | NYU Stern | MBB, Tech, & Strategy Coach | 5,000+ Sessions | 500+ Offers | 1,000+ Candidates | 100+ Countries
8 Answers
300+ Views
+5