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How to ask for strategy role

A.T. Kearney Bain BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain Big Four - Strategy Client and MBB FTIConsulting MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 09, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 08, 2024) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Mar 08, 2024
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Hi there, 1) Recruitment have returned with implementation role. Whilst I don't mind implementation I prefer strategy core role. How do I ask for this without sounding like I don't appreciate the implementation role tha ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 09, 2024 on Mar 09, 2024
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Kearney Final Round - Business Analyst (Last two interviews)

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney business analyst Middle East
Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2024) is from:
Edoardo
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Bain & Co | PE & VC | I helped 50+ professionals to break into consulting and reason on their next career steps!
Edoardo
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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024
Bain & Co | PE & VC | I helped 50+ professionals to break into consulting and reason on their next career steps!
Hi! First of all congrats on this, I fear you might have been underestimating yourself a bit :) Your experience is interesting and I heard of this before - take it with a grain of salt, it can happen, but I’d focus on w ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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Kearney First Round Interview

A.T. Kearney First Round
Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 01, 2024) 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 on Feb 01, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation from Kearney! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, it's great to hear you've practiced 50+ cases! Make sure to stay calm and con ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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Kearney - 1st round case interview (Italy)

1st round A.T. Kearney AT Kearney AT. Kearney ATKearney Case Interview
Most recent answer on Jan 21, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 19, 2024) is from:
Hagen
Expert
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 19, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation from Kearney! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, it's crucial to understand Kearney's focus areas as well as to know about Ita ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 21, 2024 on Jan 21, 2024
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Procurement cases

A.T. Kearney
Most recent answer on Dec 06, 2023
The best answer (on Nov 29, 2023) 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 Nov 29, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
I probably wouldn't advise last minute case prep like this, but sure, here's some info to help: Remember for procurement/supply chain, first you need to ask objective. In general this will either be "Reducing Costs" or ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 06, 2023 on Dec 06, 2023
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How to start my preparation?

A.T. Kearney consulting EY-Parthenon Fresh Graduate Oliver Wyman
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 01, 2023) 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 Dec 01, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Since you're starting form 0, I highly recommend coaching. Here's some reading as well to help: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/pitfalls-case-interview-preparation
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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ADL or Kearney

A.T. Kearney ADL ADLittle AT Kearney ATKearney offer
Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 02, 2022) 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 Dec 02, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the offers! In terms of your question: Q: I have offers from both Kearney and Arthur D Little in the middle east. How should I make this decision? As general criteria, I would consider the f ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 30, 2023 on Nov 30, 2023
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Opportunity as an Experienced Hire from Kearney SEA

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney Experienced Southeast Asia
Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2023
The best answer (on Nov 28, 2023) is from:
Raj
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FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
Raj
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gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2023
FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
Based on your background and the proposed offer, it seems like an exciting opportunity to consider. Transitioning back to a heavy-consulting life can be demanding, but it also offers unique challenges and growth opportu ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 28, 2023 on Nov 28, 2023
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I have 10 more days to prepare for AT Kearney final interviews at the Munich office (Associate position). Can I still manage this?

A.T. Kearney Case Interview Personalfit schedule
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 30, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 30, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Sure - here are a few tipis on how to prepare specifically for last round interviews: Work on the feedback provided in the previous rounds. Most firms communicate the feedback from the previous rounds to the final inter ... (read entire answer)
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17
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on Oct 30, 2023 on Oct 30, 2023
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Kearney Middle East Process

A.T. Kearney Middle East
Most recent answer on Oct 18, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 18, 2023) 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 Oct 18, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: I have had my screening call with Kearney more than 7 weeks ago, but never heard back from then since then. What should I do? I would recommend the following: Call HR and ask for an update Continue the proc ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 18, 2023 on Oct 18, 2023
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Kearney - İstanbul Office

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney AT. Kearney ATKearney
Most recent answer on Oct 17, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 17, 2023) 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 Oct 17, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) Do you know if Kearney has an office in İstanbul? If they have an office on their site and people on LinkedIn there, they should have an office. They might simply not have open positions there. 2) Which loc ... (read entire answer)
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32
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on Oct 17, 2023 on Oct 17, 2023
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A. T. Kearney - How is it different and what are the main pros of joining?

A.T. Kearney
Most recent answer on Oct 12, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 12, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 12, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, I was from Kearney before joining MBB. Sharing some perspective Kearney is strong in certain specific industries and functions (geography specific) → so if that aligns with what you like, that will be a plus point S ... (read entire answer)
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4
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on Oct 12, 2023 on Oct 12, 2023
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Which Kearney office is the biggest APAC office and which one grows the fastest?

A.T. Kearney
Most recent answer on Oct 12, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 26, 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 Aug 26, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi, I'm not positive, but my best guess would be that Australia is the largest (4 offices), while Shanghai is the fastest growing (location-based). That being said, this is an educated guess. I would highly recommen ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 12, 2023 on Oct 12, 2023
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What makes Kearney different than MBB?

A.T. Kearney ATKearney Big4
Most recent answer on Oct 12, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 05, 2020
Hi Anonymous, For me the main differences are 1. Brand power 2. Culture and size 1. Brand power: this one is the obvious one, Kearney does not have the brand power of MBB, although it is well positionned right after ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 12, 2023 on Oct 12, 2023
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Kearney in Australia - 3 questions about recruiting

A.T. Kearney Australia Decision Round Industry experience recruiting rounds SE Asia
Most recent answer on Oct 08, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 27, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 27, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation from Kearney! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: First of all, while it i ... (read entire answer)
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48
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on Oct 08, 2023 on Oct 08, 2023
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Looking for consulting coach from Kearney Middle East

2nd round ATKearney A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney dubai Kearney dubai Middle East riyadh UAE
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 30, 2023) 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 Sep 30, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Sarah, You can select a Kearney coach as follows: Go to the main page listing the coaches: https://www.preplounge.com/en/case-coach Filter the coaches based on your criteria (eg Kearney, budget, language) Read review ... (read entire answer)
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36
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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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Kearney Case Interview prep

A.T. Kearney ATKearney
Most recent answer on Sep 22, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 14, 2023) 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 Sep 14, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Happy to support as I've worked with a lot of kearney candidates. I was also just hired to run a consultant training workshop for Kearney (current consultants) :) Feel free to message! Some reading to help in ... (read entire answer)
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22
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on Sep 22, 2023 on Sep 22, 2023
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Business Analyst Kearney Middle East

2nd round ATKearney A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney business analyst position MENA
Most recent answer on Sep 08, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 06, 2023) is from:
Hani
Expert
Senior Consultant and All-star Interviewer at OW | Ex-S& | 5+ years in the Middle East |300+ Interviews | INSEAD MBA
Hani
Expert
gave the best answer on Sep 06, 2023
Senior Consultant and All-star Interviewer at OW | Ex-S& | 5+ years in the Middle East |300+ Interviews | INSEAD MBA
Hello there,It's generally a good idea to follow up after a phone screening or interview if you haven't received a response within the expected timeframe. In this case, it's been one whole week since your phone screenin ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 08, 2023 on Sep 08, 2023
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Kearney behavioural interview

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on passing the screening call with Kearney Italy! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: First ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 30, 2023 on Aug 30, 2023
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Kearney Middle East

A.T. Kearney
Most recent answer on Aug 23, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 23, 2023) is from:
Pietro
Expert
MBB Expert | 200+ Mocks Delivered |50% off on first mock | Offers from McK, BCG, & Kearney | Expertise in ME and Europe!
Pietro
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 23, 2023
MBB Expert | 200+ Mocks Delivered |50% off on first mock | Offers from McK, BCG, & Kearney | Expertise in ME and Europe!
Hi there, I interviewed with Kearney ME around one year ago. I applied through the university portal back in September '22, and it took about one month to get invited for the first round of interviews. As mentioned befo ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 23, 2023 on Aug 23, 2023
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