Schedule mock interviews on the Meeting Board, join the latest community discussions in our Consulting Q&A and find like-minded Interview Partners to connect and practice with!
Back to overview

Is there any difference in the recruiting process for business analyst and junior associate ?

Is there any difference in the questions and or business cases? maybe they ask more specific questions about topics where the candidate has experience\specific knowledge ? 

Is there any difference in the economic offer? 

Thank you very much in advance to all of you

5
1.4k
8
Be the first to answer!
Nobody has responded to this question yet.
Top answer
Sidi
Coach
on Aug 25, 2020
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 400+ candidates secure MBB offers

Hi!

Are you referring to MBB? If yes, then the answer is no - there is absolutely no difference. The interviews are identical. The offer letter will differ however, since a junior associate is a slightly more senior position then a BA (at McKinsey!).

Moreover, you have to understand that "knowledge" is not tested in MBB intervews! What they are testing is your intrinsic ability to think in a sharp and structured way, clearly articulate this thinking, execute the corresponding analyses, and derive recommendations for the client. All of this doew not require any "knowledge" per se, just a set of capabilities. And this is what MBB are testing for - capabilities!

Cheers, Sidi

on Aug 25, 2020
Yes I was referring to MBB, thank you very much for the fast response!
on Aug 25, 2020
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi Vincenzo,

I guess you are referring to McKinsey. There is no difference in the structure of the interview. You will have:

  • Fit questions, including PEI
  • Business case
  • Your questions for the interviewer

The Junior Associate position is more senior than the BA one, thus the compensation will be higher for a JA.

Best,

Francesco

Deleted user
on Aug 25, 2020

Hi Vincenzo,

Regarding interview process there is no difference at all. But Junior assosiate is a little senior position. 

Best,
André

4
Ian
Coach
on Aug 26, 2020
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi Vincenzo,

No difference at all in the interviews! Of course, you'll be held to an ever-so-slightly higher standard, but in terms of what to expect, it is all the same.

Luckily, yes, you will receive a higher base salary and bonus.

on Aug 31, 2020
McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Ciao Vincenzo, feel free to text me for a quick chat about the precise numbers of Milan office.

Best,
Antonello

Similar Questions
Consulting
Earlier vs later deadline for Bain/BCG internship
on Aug 31, 2024
Global
5
3.2k
Top answer by
Deleted user
101
5 Answers
3.2k Views
+2
Consulting
BCG Application status
on Nov 26, 2024
Global
5
4.2k
Top answer by
Achal
Coach
How to Break Into MBB 101: Mastering the Interview (Ex-McKinsey EM with 5+ years of consulting interviewing experience)
132
5 Answers
4.2k Views
+2
Consulting
State of MBA 2Y Full Time Recruiting Given Economic Conditions
on Jul 10, 2024
Global
7
1.7k
Top answer by
#1 rated McKinsey Coach
50
7 Answers
1.7k Views
+4
How likely are you to recommend us to a friend or fellow student?
0 = Not likely
10 = Very likely
Thanks for your feedback! Your opinion helps us make PrepLounge even better.