Hi community buddies,
I have got invited to take an online SOVA assessment by Bain. The assessment lasts for 75 minutes with two parts, behavioural preferences and other part that covers numerical, verbal and logical reasoning.
I was wondering if anyone has taken it before. And it would be great if you help share tips for the preparation and the resources used.
Cheers,
Sophia
Hi Sophia,
First of all, congratulations on the invitation from Bain!
I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it:
If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for the Bain Sova pre-interview assessment and/or your upcoming Bain interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.
Best,
Hagen
Hi Sophia,
Honestly, all of these online tests are very similar
Format? Somewhat different. Content and what's required from you ability-wise? Essentially the same.
The best way is to really find online tests / questions and practice. Regardless as to whether is a new or old test, the principles are mostly the same:
Think of it as a merge of a case and the GMAT/GRE.
You need to be clear on some key case-related and account formulas (margin, growth, breakeven, etc) as well as be good at critically understanding the question (including nuance to questions) and parsing through complicated text with a fair amount of distraction.
You'll also need to be good at chart/graph reading.
The (old) McKinsey PST, BCG Online Test, Bain SOVA test, etc. are all quite similar so leverage resources across all of them.
Hi Ian, Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the NOVA assessment preparation. It is very useful. Cheers, Sophia
My pleasure Sophia! Good luck!
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Hi there,
There are several examples here on the platform for the test as well as one on MConsultingPrep's website. Worth checking out.
Best,
Cristian
Hi Hagen, Thanks for your tips for the preparation. It is very helpful. Cheers, Sophia
Of course, I am always happy to help you, Sophia!