I would love to know what the main difference between Bain and the other two MBB is, in terms of:
- selection process
- kind of engagements / assignments / clients
- staffing (from the geographic standpoint)
- culture / way of working
I would love to know what the main difference between Bain and the other two MBB is, in terms of:
- selection process
- kind of engagements / assignments / clients
- staffing (from the geographic standpoint)
- culture / way of working
Hi,
I completely agree with Guennael: from a global/general perspective the differences between the 3 firms are negligible but differences are significant depending on geographic location. A few insights from a global/general standpoint:
In addition to the above elements you will have to consider your preferences in terms of approach, scope, and exit opportunities. A few differences that come to my mind:
I hope this helps,
Jacopo
(edited)
Hey there!
To answer your questions:
Hope this helps!
From a layman's perspective (anecdotal)
- selection process: McKinsey (interviewer-led), Bain and BCG (candidate-led)
- kind of engagements / assignments / clients: McKinsey (Fortune 100, Big Tech etc.), Bain (PE, Finance etc.), BCG (others)
- staffing (from the geographic standpoint): McKinsey is much more global than BCG, followed by Bain
- culture / way of working: McKinsey (class president, professional), Bain (class clown, fratty), BCG (class nerd, intellectual)
There is no unified recruiting process for Bain or BCG, various offices will have their own idiosyncracies - so really hard to answer here.
Engagements, Bain is more likely to do PE work - but again, the region and office will define much of the remaining differences. Same answer for staffing btw.
Last but not least, the culture... I always view Bain & BCG as nearly identical, with McK slightly different. Big on team work, mentoring, trying to give a 'small company' feel even though they are very big.
All 3 companies are amazing, you can't go wrong. Please understand that local & regional differences will often trump everything else. I'd cater my answer to the specific office you are looking to join
Hi,
"Why this company" is a more specific question and can include the following arguments:
Best!
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