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McKinsey Game

Hi, 

I applied for the McKinsey internship position in 2021 December. I was unsuccessful post the game. 

I'm applying again this fall. I was wondering if I apply again, do I have to play the game again this year? I'm using the same email address to apply for this role. 

Thanks

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on Sep 07, 2023
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Hi there,

Q: I applied for the McKinsey internship position in 2021 December. If I apply again, do I have to play the game again this year?

Yes, because the score of the game is kept for 12 months.

If you want to prepare for the game, you can find below the video simulation I created for it:

▶ McKinsey Solve Video Simulation

Good luck!

Francesco

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on Sep 07, 2023
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

You will likely have to play again.

Please don't make the same mistake twice! Invest in tools to help you pass this game (I recommend MCP's simulation or Francescos guide - feel free to message for a discount code)

on Sep 08, 2023
#1 rated McKinsey Coach

Hi there!

Yes, you will have to play the game again. 

Most offices keep the score for about 12 months (which is also the period in which you cannot reapply). 

So once this period expires, your score also resets. This only makes sense since the assumption is also that you got better in the meantime. 

Best of luck with the game!
Cristian

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on Sep 08, 2023

Hello,

Yes, you'll need to do the game again - results are kept for 12 months usually.

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