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MBB ban period after taking the online assessment

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New answer on Jun 10, 2023
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Anonymous A asked on Jun 08, 2023

Hello, 

if you take the online assessment at an MBB and you don’t pass. Will you be banned from applying again or the ban only applies if you actually have a first round interview?

also can someone please let me know how long is the ban for the 3 firms? specifically in the Middle East. thank you. 

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Francesco
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replied on Jun 09, 2023
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Hi there,

Q: If you take the online assessment at an MBB and you don’t pass. Will you be banned from applying again or the ban only applies if you actually have a first-round interview?

If you don’t pass the test you will have a ban (usually for 12-18 months – they normally let you know in the email).

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Francesco

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Sophia
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replied on Jun 10, 2023
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Hello,

The ban should be in effect if you don’t pass the online assessment. It is usually around 12 months.

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Ian
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replied on Jun 09, 2023
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Hi there,

Alas, you are banned for approximately 12 months. This applies across MBB and across regions.

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Cristian
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replied on Jun 08, 2023
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Hi there, 

Basically, in short, if you are rejected at ANY stage of the application process, you CANNOT re-apply for about 12 months. 

It can be the test, CV screening, or the final interview round. It doesn't make a difference. 

Taking all of this into account, it's critical that you have a great application strategy to begin with. Sharing with you a guide that outlines how to do this exactly:

Best,
Cristian

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