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Navigating first Consulting Project & Manager

Accenture Strategy BCG McKinsey and Bain MBB Middle-east
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 05, 2024) is from:
Pedro
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30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
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30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
There are three things you need to do: - Network internally and make sure you are visible outside your project. You want to increase your chances of being staffed in another team in your next project. You also want to s ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Struggling new consultant

Accenture Strategy McKinsey newhires
Most recent answer on Feb 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 16, 2024) is from:
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 Jan 16, 2024
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
What you have is a classic case of a terrible manager with poor people skills. 7 days is not sufficient time for anyone regardless of intellectual ability to understand all of the nuances of a long running project so he ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 26, 2024 on Feb 26, 2024
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EY-Parthenon vs Accenture

Accenture Accenture Strategy Decision EY-Parthenon EYP eyparthenon Job offer offer
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 14, 2021) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
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gave the best answer on Apr 14, 2021
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey, I have provided a lot of insights on Accenture previosuly. Have a look at below threads. Make a choice based on the firm & role which is a better fit with your career aspirations, values and risk profile. C ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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Deciding between offers?

Accenture Strategy MBB North America USA
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Apr 30, 2021) 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 Apr 30, 2021
FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
I will answer based on your goals: My ambitions/exits strategy post are: Most favourable 1) MBB ----> Accenture Strategy 2) Transition into industry for a strategic role idealy some sort of busi ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 30, 2023 on Oct 30, 2023
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Final Round Accenture Interview (Dublin) Tips

Accenture Accenture Strategy analyst Final Round
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
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gave the best answer on Oct 30, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Yes - here are a few tips 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 interv ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 30, 2023 on Oct 30, 2023
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Salary negotiation: Accenture Strategy USA (Manager)

Accenture Strategy
Most recent answer on Sep 11, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 06, 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 Sep 06, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the offer! In terms of your questions: 1) What would be a good benchmark for Accenture Strategy's Manager Position salary? Is it usually somewhere in between MBB's consultant - project lead ... (read entire answer)
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Understanding Accenture Capability Network

Accenture Strategy Career Advising
Most recent answer on Jul 07, 2023
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Sofia
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Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
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gave the best answer on Jul 07, 2023
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello, To answer your questions: 1. It depends on where/on what you'll be staffed 2. Consulting experience will look good on your resume, so from that perspective yes, it will be helpful in applying to MBB 3. Same as #1 ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 07, 2023 on Jul 07, 2023
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Tier 2 Consulting Firm asking for Payslip

Accenture Strategy Interviewing in the Middle East Middle East
Most recent answer on Jun 10, 2023
The best answer (on Jun 09, 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
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gave the best answer on Jun 09, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This is really tricky. Please keep in mind that with this answer I am not answering as your coach and I am not liable for the decision you ultimatley take. If I were your coach, I would dive into this further, ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 10, 2023 on Jun 10, 2023
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IT Consulting case

Accenture Strategy consulting IT consulting
Most recent answer on Jan 13, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 13, 2023) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
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gave the best answer on Jan 13, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi Samuel, I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: For IT consulting, common case topics may include change management, digital transfor ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 13, 2023 on Jan 13, 2023
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Accenture Strategy Middle East - Interviews

Accenture Strategy Middle East
Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 05, 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 Dec 05, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, 1. What to expect in terms of FIT questions (i.e. basic walk me through your CV, why consulting, why Accenture or precise PEI questions? Nothing. And Everything. Please don't fall into this trap…everyone tries ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 10, 2022 on Dec 10, 2022
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Accenture strategy salaries in Dubai

Accenture Strategy dubai
Most recent answer on Nov 23, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 29, 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 Oct 29, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Google is your friend here! Vault, Management Consulted, and Fishbowl all tend to have good info on salaries. By the way, when you negotiate, negotiate on signing bonus - this is far more likely to be effectiv ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 23, 2022 on Nov 23, 2022
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Arabic requirement for Accenture MENA roles

Accenture Accenture Strategy
Most recent answer on Nov 02, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 02, 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 Nov 02, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I agree with the other coaches - this is an odd requirement that I have not seen before. 100% double-check with the recruiter (and networking with the office). This is a great excuse to message some people and ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 02, 2022 on Nov 02, 2022
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Accenture Strategy Consumer Goods and Retail practice interview in Nordics

acceleration of preparation Accenture Accenture Strategy case interview preparation nordic Sweden
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 28, 2022) is from:
Emily
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Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad
Emily
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gave the best answer on Sep 28, 2022
Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad
I would speak to the recruiting team to check exactly what the interview will involve. Accenture Strategy do use the ‘Potentia’ interview, which is an hour long interview where you're given a short paragraph of text abo ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 30, 2022 on Sep 30, 2022
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Exit Opps @ Accenture

Accenture Strategy exit options
Most recent answer on Sep 07, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 06, 2022) is from:
Nauman
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Experienced BCG (UK) alum with several years of consulting experience pivoting to Big Tech BizOps & Strategy
Nauman
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gave the best answer on Sep 06, 2022
Experienced BCG (UK) alum with several years of consulting experience pivoting to Big Tech BizOps & Strategy
Hey there, Congrats on landing a role at Accenture Strategy. It's a top-notch team! I would definitely aim to stay for 2 years. As for exit opportunities, most folks typically go into the following:  - Strategy/Ops at a ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 07, 2022 on Sep 07, 2022
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Accenture strategy UK consultant

Accenture Strategy salary Sign on Bonus
Most recent answer on Aug 16, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 16, 2022) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
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gave the best answer on Aug 16, 2022
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Accenture UK cons level will be around £70-£80k mark. You can negotiate sign-on bonus. Exit options are great. Accenture is top ranked in UK and almost all industries and consulting services.
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on Aug 16, 2022 on Aug 16, 2022
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Trending specializations to gain experience in for MBB

Accenture Strategy BCG McKinsey and Bain MBB Public Sector
Most recent answer on Jun 14, 2022
The best answer (on Jun 14, 2022) 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 Jun 14, 2022
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hey there, Literally, everything right now in consulting is about sustainability. It is the big topic of the decade and is reflected in everything consulting firms do: Every strategy project has a sustainability compone ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 14, 2022 on Jun 14, 2022
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Accenture M&A Strategy Final round

Accenture Strategy M&A
Most recent answer on Apr 11, 2022
The best answer (on Apr 11, 2022) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Apr 11, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Congrats! It's great that you got to this point! I assume that you're already familiar with the case format and personal fit format by this point.  What I'd recommend you focus on for the partner round is to 1. Work on ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 11, 2022 on Apr 11, 2022
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Accenture Strategy Final Round Case Interview

Accenture Accenture Strategy Accenture Strategy Online test
Question edited on Apr 05, 2022
The best answer (on Apr 04, 2022) is from:
Daniel
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Experienced Consultant - Startup Exec|Ex-McK EM, Booz & Co. Consultant | INSEAD MBA
Daniel
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gave the best answer on Apr 04, 2022
Experienced Consultant - Startup Exec|Ex-McK EM, Booz & Co. Consultant | INSEAD MBA
I helped someone interview and ultimately join the Accenture Strategy team. Last I recall it also involved a combination of case and fit questions, very similar to MBB. I would prepare as you would for any other consult ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 05, 2022 on Apr 05, 2022
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International students applying for entry-level jobs in London?

Accenture Accenture Strategy Oliver Wyman oliver wyman london UK
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2022
The best answer (on Mar 18, 2022) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
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gave the best answer on Mar 18, 2022
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hi Michael, Yes, you can apply to UK offices, but make sure you understand the visa process & requirements. Most students after studies (in UK) are now going for the 2-year post study work visa to allow more time fo ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2022 on Mar 18, 2022
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Accenture strategic thinking assessment (STA)

Accenture Strategy
Most recent answer on Mar 15, 2022
The best answer (on Mar 08, 2022) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 08, 2022
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
I believe you are same person who posted a question yesterday on Accenture skills interview :). If you are, then congrats on making it through to next stage..that was quick I must say.. For STA, most important thing is ... (read entire answer)
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