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EY or Strategy& middle east? Which firm is better?

2-tier Accenture Accenture Strategy Online test ATKearney BCG McKinsey and Bain Job offer MBB Middle East Multiple offers
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 17, 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
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 gave the best answer on Jan 17, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Congrats on both offers! Also, thank you for being someone who considers which job to take after those firms have actually decided they want you :P Within the middle east itself, Strategy& is going to be t ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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What's the difference btw Oliver Wyman and other second tier?

2-tier consulting oliverwyman secondtier wyman
Most recent answer on Jan 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 26, 2024) is from:
Oscar
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Ex-Oliver Wyman Associate Partner - +300 interviews - now Strategy Director
Oscar
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 gave the best answer on Jan 26, 2024
Ex-Oliver Wyman Associate Partner - +300 interviews - now Strategy Director
You may say is a second tier firm…based on what? on size/revenue? then I agree. OW comes from different acquisitions/mergers and since then been growing at relevant rates, though the gap vs. MBB will never be closed (in ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 26, 2024 on Jan 26, 2024
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Offers from EYP and FTI consulting

2-tier get the offer
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 04, 2021) is from:
Adi
Expert
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
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 gave the best answer on Aug 04, 2021
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey, congrats! EYP is a bigger & stronger brand.  But having said that, my advice will be to focus on “better fit” i.e. which one of the two is a better with your career aspirations, values & risk profile? This ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 30, 2023 on Oct 30, 2023
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Got an offer for a position higher than what I applied for... mixed feelings

2-tier consultant Middle East seniorconsultant tier2
Most recent answer on Oct 08, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 22, 2023) is from:
Moritz
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ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Moritz
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 gave the best answer on Sep 22, 2023
ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Hi there, Well done, congratulations!  Here's some ‘wisdom’ to calm your nerves: they know much better than you and therefore they know what they're doing, even if you may not think so.  They have so many data points on ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 08, 2023 on Oct 08, 2023
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Salary and Benefits in Germany

2-tier 2nd tier DACH germany inhouse MBB salary
Most recent answer on Aug 19, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 19, 2022) is from:
Simon
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50+ successful coachings / Ex-Mckinsey JEM & Interviewer / Industry + Engineering background
Simon
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 gave the best answer on Aug 19, 2022
50+ successful coachings / Ex-Mckinsey JEM & Interviewer / Industry + Engineering background
Hey anonymous, Let me just add to this conversation that in some markets there are also inhouse consultancies, that can be mapped to the Tier 1 / 2 / 3 logic, e.g. in Germany / US / China often Siemens Management Consul ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 19, 2022 on Aug 19, 2022
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Rescheduling first round interview (graduate role)

1st round interview 2-tier
Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 04, 2021) is from:
Florian
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Florian
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 gave the best answer on Aug 04, 2021
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hey there, Definitely don't take the interview if you are not feeling your best. Call HR right away and tell them. Usually, they are very accommodating to candidates' needs. In my local McKinsey office you could have ca ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 31, 2021 on Aug 31, 2021
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Thoughts on Roland Berger - Pro. vs. Cons

2-tier Middle East Roland Berger Roland Berger Middle east
Most recent answer on Aug 25, 2021
Anonymous A asked on Aug 24, 2021
Hi all, Curious to hear the community's thoughts on Roland Berger in General and their Dubai office more specifically. I am currently in the recruitment process and would be great to have some pointers on factors to con ... (read entire question)
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on Aug 25, 2021 on Aug 25, 2021
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Oliver Wyman or big 4 consulting?

2-tier
Most recent answer on Aug 20, 2021
Anonymous A asked on Aug 17, 2021
Hi there, I received 2 offers (OW and EY Parthenon). Can someone tell me if they are similar or if different, how so? Which one would you choose?    Thanks!
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on Aug 20, 2021 on Aug 20, 2021
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McKinsey's "Search Time" in other firms

2-tier MBB
Most recent answer on Aug 19, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 18, 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
Expert
 gave the best answer on Aug 18, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Yup 100% there is! All 3 firms have extensive programs to help consultants find exit opportunities!
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on Aug 19, 2021 on Aug 19, 2021
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Target Universities.

2-tier BCG McKinsey and Bain
Most recent answer on Aug 17, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 16, 2021) is from:
Ken
Expert
Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
Ken
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 gave the best answer on Aug 16, 2021
Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
Being a small market, it's not that clear cut and also dependent on what you study and where. Many will have attended KU Leuven, Ghent, UCLouvain, Vrjie, Antwerp, ULB, but schools beyond that list would still be relevan ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 17, 2021 on Aug 17, 2021
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Dubai tier-2 compensation

2-tier A.T. Kearney DeltaPartners dubai Oliver Wyman & Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2021
The best answer (on Mar 20, 2021) 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 Mar 20, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This is a pretty good site for comparisons (do a crtl + F on "Dubai"): https://managementconsulted.com/consultant-salary/
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on Mar 22, 2021 on Mar 22, 2021
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Referred but heard nothing - contact HR or referee first?

1st round interview 2-tier MBB
Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2021
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jan 16, 2021
If you applied just before christmas, two actual work weeks have passed since your application. Nothing to worry about for now. Give them another week. After that: I'd reach out to your referees, as communication migh ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 18, 2021 on Jan 18, 2021
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final round interview with 2 partners

2-tier Final Round MBA
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 19, 2020) is from:
Pankaj
Expert
Bain Manager and Ex- Accenture | >5 years of coaching experience | Experienced Interviewer | Personalised coaching
Pankaj
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 gave the best answer on Nov 19, 2020
Bain Manager and Ex- Accenture | >5 years of coaching experience | Experienced Interviewer | Personalised coaching
Typically, such rounds will have 2 aspects - Behavioral / FIt questions You asking them questions about the firm You need to be prepared for both. I think you have #2 above covered, but i would suggest you cov ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2020 on Dec 31, 2020
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no offer, now what

2-tier MBA Post-MBA
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2020
The best answer (on Dec 02, 2020) 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 Dec 02, 2020
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, I agree that’s not usual and signals bad management of the recruiting pipeline. On the other hand (i) in this particular period many consulting companies are struggling to match demand and supply and (ii) at ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 30, 2020 on Dec 30, 2020
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Can I apply to multiple offices for second tier firms?

2-tier Application location
Most recent answer on Dec 17, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 01, 2018) is from:
Guennael
Expert
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
Guennael
Expert
 gave the best answer on Oct 01, 2018
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
The answer is company specific, but as a general rule, no not really. The international firms you mention have typucally developed HR systems that will cross check your application with other offices.
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on Dec 17, 2020 on Dec 17, 2020
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should I keep CERTIFICATES on my CV?

2-tier CV MBB
Most recent answer on Sep 19, 2020
The best answer (on Sep 21, 2018) 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 Sep 21, 2018
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Anonymous, in general you should keep certificates that: Emphasize a skill useful in consulting (team-player, analytics, communication, etc) and/or Backup one of the points you have mentioned in the CV (which ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 19, 2020 on Sep 19, 2020
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Bachelor low GPA issue

2-tier Application BACHELOR GRADES high school grades MASTER GRADES MBB
Most recent answer on Jul 16, 2020
The best answer (on Sep 23, 2018) is from:
Guennael
Expert
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
Guennael
Expert
 gave the best answer on Sep 23, 2018
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
Hard to really help without seeing what your resume actually looks like (and we can help you optimize said resume anyway). Having said that: 1. If you have solid pro experience + great Masters GPA, your undergrad GPA ... (read entire answer)
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8
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on Jul 16, 2020 on Jul 16, 2020
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Applying for an internship instead of permanent position?

2-tier internship MBB
Recent activity on Mar 18, 2019
The best answer (on Mar 15, 2019) 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 Mar 15, 2019
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Anonymous, the answer depends on the country, as not in all countries internships are possible after graduation. In general applying for an internship should increase the chances for an invitation given your lack ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2019 on Mar 18, 2019
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Referral for internship pays off as well to the one who made it?

2-tier internship MBB Referral
Recent activity on Oct 05, 2018
The best answer (on Oct 05, 2018) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework
Benjamin
Expert
 gave the best answer on Oct 05, 2018
ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework
Hi, Referrals are typically paid once the candidate has joined the company on full time contract and has validated his trial period. So in case of internship, this can be a long time from the initial entry date. Best ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 05, 2018 on Oct 05, 2018
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Is it feasible getting into the country first and then get into MBB?

2-tier MBB Resign work-permit
Recent activity on Aug 26, 2018
The best answer (on Aug 26, 2018) 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 Aug 26, 2018
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Anonymous, I generally agree with Vlad. I would say you have two options to land an MBB invitation: Start to work now on referrals for MBB and apply through them with the goal to start in Jan 2019 Start to wo ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 26, 2018 on Aug 26, 2018
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