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Preparing from the basics

1stround BCG Case Interview BCG McKinsey and Bain fast math Framework hypothesis mental math numerical Structure
Most recent answer on Mar 10, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 08, 2023) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Mar 08, 2023
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Hi there, Q: I am looking for advice on how to prepare.  In terms of general preparation, I would recommend the following: Define a calendar for your preparation. Identify how many hours you have before your interview a ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey 1st round feedback

1stround Mck
Most recent answer on Aug 17, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 16, 2022) is from:
Kiran
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Former McKinsey Consultant (ranked top 3-5%)|McKinsey interview coach, 50+ sessions|30% off first session|Tech Investor
Kiran
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gave the best answer on Aug 16, 2022
Former McKinsey Consultant (ranked top 3-5%)|McKinsey interview coach, 50+ sessions|30% off first session|Tech Investor
Hi there, I was at McKinsey's Middle East office, first I would say this is completely normal given the summer period (either the recruiter is still waiting on feedback from your interviewer or there is just a backlog). ... (read entire answer)
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Help for the 1st Mckinsey's round interviews

1st round 1st round interview 1stround acceleration of preparation Interview McKinsey McKinsey & Company mckinsey 1st round interview
Most recent answer on Feb 12, 2022
The best answer (on Feb 11, 2022) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Feb 11, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Congrats on passing the first round - now the hard part! Feedback, advise, material, etc. is exactly what us coaches are here for! Feel free to reach out to me and I'll be happy to work with you.
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Round 1 BCG

1stround BCG BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Sep 25, 2021
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Udayan
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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
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gave the best answer on Sep 21, 2021
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
As has been said many times before, you cannot read into everything someone says in an interview. There is absolutely no way to know what the partner was thinking, and I can assure you that he does not think of you less ... (read entire answer)
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BCG 1st Round Interview Charts & Data

1stround BCG intervieweeled
Question edited on Sep 05, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 16, 2019) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Sep 16, 2019
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, If it is a relativelt small piece of data (e.g. Rvenue, Price, etc) - they'll just tell you the number If it is a large set of information they'll give you a printount (Chart or table) You can use the followin ... (read entire answer)
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How much are you willing to pay for a taxi-license in NY.

1stround MBB
Most recent answer on Aug 12, 2021
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Agrim
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BCG Dubai Project Leader | Learn to think like a Consultant | Free personalised prep plan | 6+ years in Consulting
Agrim
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gave the best answer on Aug 12, 2021
BCG Dubai Project Leader | Learn to think like a Consultant | Free personalised prep plan | 6+ years in Consulting
This question has been doing the rounds in MBB interviews a lot lately. One approach to this would involve the following steps: Estimate typical revenue for a cab driver in NYC by taking assumptions on # of rides, ride ... (read entire answer)
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Case interview question - Public Sector

1stround BCG BCG Case Interview MBB Middle East
Most recent answer on Jul 29, 2021
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Jul 29, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Practice Cases If you want some practice cases: Tepper 2008's "NGO Effectiveness" Colombia 2011's "MadeCasse" Feel free to shoot me a message for more cases. Approach / Case Types Publ ... (read entire answer)
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Faster solving cases

1st round 1stround 2nd Round 2ndround McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2021
The best answer (on Jun 20, 2021) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Jun 20, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, It's always good to have a bit of text with your question to help us make our advice more tailored! That said, I'll run with this as "how can I solve cases faster". Here are my main tips: Learn how to se ... (read entire answer)
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What is the content of the written test of Bain&Co?

1stround Bain test Written
Most recent answer on Mar 01, 2021
The best answer (on Nov 03, 2019) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Nov 03, 2019
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Anonymous, the written case at Bain is different from the McK PST and BCG Potential Test. As part of the test, you will receive a pack of slides and will usually have between 55 and 90 minutes, according to the o ... (read entire answer)
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Bain experienced hires - 1st interaction - Fit + English test

1stround Bain Experienced
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 28, 2020) is from:
Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! If they have told u especifically that you won´t have a case study, and on top you are an experienced hire, the interview is going to be 90% FIT. If you want to deepen your konwledge on the topic, the "Integ ... (read entire answer)
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Interview question on priorities

1st day 1st round 1stround Experienced Hire fit interview McKinsey
Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2020
The best answer (on Aug 24, 2020) is from:
Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 24, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Honestly, they would never ask you something like this. Precisely for the fact that does not reflect reality: You would know, if you are the poor bastard who needs to do this, how important it is for the ... (read entire answer)
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What is the ideal way to prepare for case interview?

1stround Case Case Interview interview prep
Question edited on Aug 20, 2020
The best answer (on Aug 03, 2020) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 03, 2020
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, These are the steps I normally suggest, it sounds you have already done 1 to 3. I agree that if you have already decided to have coaching sessions, you are better off having them early on. Define a cal ... (read entire answer)
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Telling current employer I am interviewing?

1stround Bain BCG Mck
Most recent answer on Jul 23, 2020
The best answer (on Jul 19, 2020) is from:
Sidi
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McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Sidi
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 19, 2020
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Hi! This is pretty common in MBB companies if they are interviewing candidates from key clients. It is essentially a risk management measure, and it is a bit unfortunate for you on a personal level. The reason behind ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 23, 2020 on Jul 23, 2020
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What type of fit questions should I expect in the interviews with strategy& and/or AT Kearny

1stround AT Kearney behavioral Fit questions Personalfit strategy&
Most recent answer on Jul 16, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 20, 2019
Hi Ghassan, Here is a comprehensive list of potential questions you can expect in the interview with any strategy consulting company. Hope it helps. Cheers Serhat Tell me about yourself Why MBA at that poin ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 16, 2020 on Jul 16, 2020
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How long does it takes to get the round 1 feedback usually?

1stround McKinsey
Most recent answer on May 02, 2020
The best answer (on Jan 03, 2020) is from:
Clara
Expert
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 03, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Normally it takes 2-5 working days. Bottleneck is basically getting a free slot for all interviewers and Recruiting to get together and deliberate. With the holiday season, this gets probably quite difficult ... (read entire answer)
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Rounds of 2 interviews

1stround interview 1stround
Most recent answer on Apr 30, 2020
The best answer (on Feb 24, 2020) is from:
Clara
Expert
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 24, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! It´s hard to tell. Normally, they need to reach agreement. However, when the interviewers can´t agree, they call for a 3rd opinion. Good luck! Cheers, Clara
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Does anyone have payments case interview questions (on mobile wallets, contactless transit, digitization)?

1stround Banking BCG Big Four - Strategy currently preparing for MBB fintech MBB
Most recent answer on Sep 18, 2019
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 18, 2019
Hi A, payment option is becoming increasingly important in the modern apps, since the customers expects seamless experience and integrated payment. I can provide you a real life example on how our team was asked to ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 18, 2019 on Sep 18, 2019
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How to answer Why Bain Brussels question?

1stround Bain & Company Fit Interview Stories
Question edited on Jul 14, 2019
The best answer (on Jul 10, 2019) is from:
Vlad
Expert
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 10, 2019
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi! “Why consulting?”, “Why McKinsey” or “Why BCG” questions are used to assess your motivation to be a consultant in general and to work in that particular firm. They will check how you have done your homework and wh ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 14, 2019 on Jul 14, 2019
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Bain & Company

1stround Bain brussels
Recent activity on Apr 30, 2019
The best answer (on Apr 30, 2019) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 30, 2019
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Alicia I helped several people for Bain Bruxelles; cases tend to be concentrated on: Analysis of revenue decline Analysis of growth strategy Market sizing Please feel free to PM me in case you have addit ... (read entire answer)
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Hi, I have an interview at BCG in 2 weeks, i have read case in point, case secrets in the pas, how best should i prepare

1stround BCG
Recent activity on Mar 06, 2019
The best answer (on Mar 06, 2019) is from:
Vlad
Expert
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 06, 2019
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, If it is the live case interview (not written case), here are the steps: 1) Reschedule your interview. There is no way to prepare in 2 weeks and you'll just waste your time and chance to get an MBB offer. There ... (read entire answer)
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