How similar is the McK PST to the BCG Potential Test? I have prep material for the PST already, and I don't want to have to spend additional money on documents for the potential test. Can I prep for both with PST prep material?
How similar is the McK PST to the BCG Potential Test? I have prep material for the PST already, and I don't want to have to spend additional money on documents for the potential test. Can I prep for both with PST prep material?
Hi Anonymous,
The two tests have similarities and the PST can be useful to complement the preparation, but I would recommend practicing on Potential Test samples for BCG as well to simulate as much as possible the real environment and reach your full potential in the preparation. Some of the main differences include:
At the following link you can find some specific tips for the BCG Potential Test:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/please-help-bcg-potential-test-in-a-week-2905
If you want to practice on a real example of a BCG Potential Test, you can find the one I prepared below:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/shop/tests-2/bcg-potential-testonline-case-1-13
With this test you will be able to:
Below you can find a screenshot of the test:
Hope this helps,
Francesco
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Hey,
having done both tests and receiving offers from both firms in 2015 I'd say, that - despite already mentioned differneces in the test design - the "type of thinking" that needs to be applied for both test is very similar.
I prepared for both test with the preparation material I received from BCG / McK.
Having that said, I'd recommend to focus on your case preparation, as the cases are really the part of the interview that "turn the needle". If you don't perform on the cases you won't be hired, no matter how good your PST / Potential test results are. Still you should do ok in those ;)
Best,
Isabel
Short answer, yes. There are obvious differences, but the skills tested are generally the same. Think of the difference between GMAT and GRE, or SAT & ACT. Someone acing the first will typically do extremely well in the second, and vice versa.
Good luck!