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Last year, I got rejected from the consulting position at McKinsey? Am I also banned from non-consulting positions?

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New answer on Jul 07, 2019
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Anonymous A asked on Jul 05, 2019

Last year, I couldn't pass the interviews for the consulting position at McKinsey, and McKinsey bans rejected candidates for 1.5–2 years. Now I'm applying for the data scientist position. Am I also banned from non-consulting positions at McKinsey?

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Ian
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replied on Jul 07, 2019
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi,

My guess is no, as they operate somewhat independently. It can't hurt to check with HR or someone working within that team - after all, it's not a bad networking excuse!

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Vlad
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replied on Jul 06, 2019
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Hi,

Data scientist positions are pretty new, so I doubt anyone can tell you for sure. Just give it a try

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