Hello everyone
1) Is there a quota for referrals?
2) Does a referral 100% guarantee an interview? Note: My referral is from a junor whos been in the company for 3 years.
Hi there,
You can find more on referrals at the link below:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/hey-everyonehope-all-is-well-3176
Best,
Francesco
Hi there!
1) No, there is no quota for referrals.
2) A referral can be a great instrument that helps you secure an interview invite.
However, it is not a 100% guarantee that you eventually get an offer,
But the question is: How much do you want to get the job? Without any doubt, it is better to provide yourself with a referral for the targeted firm. Otherwise, you can not even get invited.
Was it helpful?
GB
Hi there,
1) Not at all
2) Not at all. Referrals improve your odds, but do not at all gaurantee an interview. Other factors that affect your odds incl level of referer, strength of your application (resume, cover letter, etc.), office needs
Hello!
My thoughts:
Best,
Clara
There is no quota for referrals. Although a referral does not guarantee an interview, senior referrals (e.g from principals or esp. partners) do carry some weight in getting you that first interview. After that, it is completely dependent on your performance.
It may depend on the firm but at mckisney it's both a no. Frankly, who the referral has very little to do with whether one gets invited for an interview or not. MBBs are far more meritocratic than public belief.
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