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Deloitte Careers (Portal Issue)

Deloitte Consulting
Most recent answer 1 hour ago
The best answer (1 hour ago) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer 1 hour ago
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
That's rather strange.  I'm confident that it wasn't on purpose / a personal thing. Most likely it was a glitch.  Write to HR and wait for them to get back with a clarification. In the meantime, the best thing that you ... (read entire answer)
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Consulting Profile

Bain BCG europe Latam MBB recruiting Referral
Most recent answer 2 hours ago
The best answer (15 hours ago) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer 15 hours ago
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, I would advise you to explicitly ask for the referral at the end of your conversation. It's important to be clear about your intentions af ... (read entire answer)
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Question from the Stress Question Mode

Tell me about a difficult situation you had to face and how you managed to overcome it!

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer 3 hours ago
The best answer (on May 12, 2020) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
 gave the best answer on May 12, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
This is one of the most classic questions: Make sure you have this answer prepared! During your answer make sure you: 1) Start with a quick summary of the context/challenge and what ended up happening 2) Highlight ... (read entire answer)
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Highlighting international projects in the CV

CV international projects internship
Most recent answer 6 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Gero
Expert
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hi there, Great question and a valid concern. I frequently see candidates being rejected by top consulting firms in Germany due to a lack of international experience. I would share two pieces of advice: 1. It is a good ... (read entire answer)
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Compensation negotiations

compensation negotiation relocation
Most recent answer 6 hours ago
The best answer (18 hours ago) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
 gave the best answer 18 hours ago
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the offer! Regarding your question: Q: I was wondering if there is any chance I could ask for relocation bonus/costs covered given I have to move across the world for the job.  Given you hav ... (read entire answer)
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Question on the case: Car Convenience (McKinsey 1st & 2nd round)

There is a small difference of numbers used between the graph given in question 2 (3.5$ for personal product) vs the price used in the correction (3$)

Car Convenience (McKinsey 1st & 2nd round)
Most recent answer 10 hours ago
The best answer (10 hours ago) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer 10 hours ago
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
On a first look, that seems to be a typo, but @Moritz, who is the author of the case, is better positioned to tell.  You might also find this useful is you're practicing cases at the moment: Cheatsheet: The Must-Know Co ... (read entire answer)
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Consulting Industry in the UK

consulting recruiting
Most recent answer 14 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Krithika
Expert
Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert
Krithika
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert
With the consulting industry facing challenges due to broad cuts across Tier 1 and Tier 2 firms, including MBB, it's a bit of a mixed bag in terms of hiring. I've heard from contacts that McKinsey, for instance, is curr ... (read entire answer)
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MBB in Dubai

application process Bain & Company BCG consulting dubai McKinsey
Most recent answer 14 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Adelina,  Happy to provide a perspective on this since about a third of my candidates focus on ME (esp Dubai & Riyadh) and have helped with getting several offers in the region in the past weeks.  First of all - it' ... (read entire answer)
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Additional exercises for Final Round Interview at Bain

Bain Bain & Company Case Interview Final Round Partner Interview
Most recent answer 14 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Cenan
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Expert interview coach and mentor | Strategy&, PwC UK and Germany
Cenan
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
Expert interview coach and mentor | Strategy&, PwC UK and Germany
Hi there, I would focus on the feedback and practice structuring cases. A poor structure sets you back from the start and can make it very difficult to solve a case. One common mistake most people do is trying to memori ... (read entire answer)
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Insead MIM vs HEC MIM

Advice insead MBA Application Advice Product Manager
Most recent answer 14 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Congrats! Both are amazing places. I've had candidates from both and also helped people get into both schools. Really, you can't go wrong with whichever you choose.  Basically, if I were you, I'd just try to set my prio ... (read entire answer)
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Which consulting companies should I target, I'm 36 years old with a decade of experience in a B2B manufacturing firm in India.

age consulting pricing strategy
Most recent answer 17 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Amar,  great to see that you're taking all the other factors into account during the job search.  Indeed, at this point in life, going for a hectic MBB life might not be the solution.  I'd recommend you look into boutiq ... (read entire answer)
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17 hrs ago 17 hours ago
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Is my window for consulting closing?

Recruiting timeline
Most recent answer 17 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Krithika
Expert
Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert
Krithika
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert
I understand your concerns about the right time to apply for consulting positions and how your entrepreneurial and professional experiences might impact your applications. Here's some insight based on my own career path ... (read entire answer)
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17 hrs ago 17 hours ago
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Monitor Deloitte Interview

Deloitte Monitor Interview
Most recent answer 17 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Krithika
Expert
Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert
Krithika
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert
I dont have direct experience with Deloitte's interview process but based on having done similar interviews in the past and the short prep time, I dont think visual slides are expected.  Based on the typical format for ... (read entire answer)
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17 hrs ago 17 hours ago
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Written case study presentation

Interview writtencase
Most recent answer 17 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Udayan
Expert
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience
Udayan
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience
Hi, since there are no specifics you have provided, here are some tips for writing a good presentation on a case.   1. Structure Your Document Clearly: Executive Summary: Begin with a concise summary that outlines the c ... (read entire answer)
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How should I prepare for interviews with partners at Bain

Bain & Company Interview Partner Interview
Most recent answer on Apr 17, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: I want to ask the highly possible format of the interview and how should I prepare for it? A final round normally has the same structure as the first round (fit + case + your questions). In a final round, t ... (read entire answer)
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Missed feedback call post interview (MBB)

Bain BCG MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Apr 17, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Kevin
Expert
McKinsey | PhD in Biostats
Kevin
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
McKinsey | PhD in Biostats
This is certainly not ideal because these firms value professionalism a lot. That said, the impact is largely dependent on how you handled the situation. Did you promptly apologize to the firm explaining why you missed ... (read entire answer)
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19
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on Apr 17, 2024 on Apr 17, 2024
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7-month tenured BA

BIG3 communication consulting MBB top tips
Most recent answer on Apr 17, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 17, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 17, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
This is absolutely going to get better. It's a skill that will still be improving even when you're Senior Partner.  You can make the learning process faster by asking for targeted feedback - either from your EM (or Part ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 17, 2024 on Apr 17, 2024
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Seeking Advice: Ideal Timeline and Commitment for Consulting Prep as a University Student

acceleration of preparation europe MBB Mentorship
Most recent answer on Apr 17, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 21, 2024) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Feb 21, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I provide a fully tailored, detailed prep plan to all my candidates based on key questions/situations. However, here are some of the generalized points: What would you recommend as an ideal timeline and time c ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 17, 2024 on Apr 17, 2024
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When is the 12-month ban counted from?

MBB
Most recent answer on Apr 17, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 15, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 15, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
It's not a fixed time.  It's rather an indicative period of time, which they assume is necessary for you to develop the additional skills to make it worth interviewing you.  So even if 8 months have passed since you wer ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 17, 2024 on Apr 17, 2024
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Where should I look for last minute summer internships if I want to go into MBB?

Bain & Company BCG MBB McKinsey strategy consulting Summer Internship
Most recent answer on Apr 17, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 16, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Apr 16, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Sorry to hear about this.  Indeed, you need to go broad, especially in the current market.  For when you apply again, you might want to use this: Expert Guide: Build A Winning Application Strategy For now, I would recom ... (read entire answer)
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