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Tell me about ADL - considering a lateral move there

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Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 19, 2024) is from:
Florian
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Florian
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gave the best answer on Mar 19, 2024
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Hi there, I don't have specific insights except that ADL is considered a tier-3 firm which comes with the benefits and drawbacks you would expect: Work-life balance is better compared to T2 Trajectory, reputation, exit ... (read entire answer)
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ADL or Kearney

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Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 02, 2022) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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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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Arthur D Little - Is it a good firm to start the career with? Reputation perspective.

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Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 02, 2018) 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
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gave the best answer on Jul 02, 2018
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Yes it is! I interned with ADL in 2008, and it was my first experience in the realm of management consulting, subsequently opening doors for me to later have a career at BCG and McKinsey. So it can absolutely work as a ... (read entire answer)
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Arthur D Little - Beirut/ Dubai

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Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 15, 2020) is from:
Clara
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Clara
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gave the best answer on Nov 15, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Unless you are interviewing for a particular niche, differences are nor relevant among offices. You have 2 main workstreams ahead: 1. FIT INTERVIEW The "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently pu ... (read entire answer)
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Monitor Deloitte vs. Oliver Wyman vs. ADL

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Most recent answer on Apr 11, 2022
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Apr 11, 2022
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Hi there,  If I were you, I'd go for OW.  You basically have 3 v good reasons here: 1. long-term interest (chemicals) 2. prestige 3. pay Either way, they're all great options so you're probably fine with either of them. ... (read entire answer)
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What is the salary range for Experienced Consultant and Senior Consultant at Arthur D Little in Dubai?

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Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 28, 2021) is from:
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
This is quite specific!  My understanding is it's quite comparable, however I don't know about specifically for Dubai. My advice is to check out Glassdoor or Fishbowl (or network with consultants there). Good luck!
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Arthur D. Little Quantititative Test

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Most recent answer on Apr 29, 2021
Anonymous A asked on Nov 20, 2017
I was just invited to take Arthur D. Little´s quantitative online test and I haven't been able to find much information online. Furthermore, a friend of mine interviewed with them for the same office in Europe 2 months ... (read entire question)
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Interview Arthur D. Little

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Most recent answer on Feb 09, 2021
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Feb 09, 2021
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Hi there, I helped candidates with ADL interviews, although mainly for the Dubai office. I know a good number of real questions asked, if you need help please feel free to PM me. Best, Francesco
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on Feb 09, 2021 on Feb 09, 2021
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Arthur d little interview Wien

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Most recent answer on Jun 01, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jun 01, 2020
Hello, The interview process is classic : ~15 mins of fit ~25 min of case study ~5 min of Q&A Let me remind you some tips on interviews preperation for ADL and other strategy consulting firms : St ... (read entire answer)
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