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How to prepare for the written case interview at BCG final interview rounds?

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Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023

Francesco

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Hi Anonymous, I would recommend you to focus on 5 areas to crack a written case; I have reported them below with some suggestions on how to prepare for each of them 1. Learn how to define a plan of action and stic ... (read entire answer)

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Impact of the recession on emerging markets

Africa MBB Recessions

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Hi there, Q: The strategy consulting activities are slowing down in the US and Europe. Is it also the case for MBB offices in emerging markets? I know that recruiting in some SEA markets has been affected. However as me ... (read entire answer)

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Is it correctly understood that BCG is the leading strategy consultancy in France, and thus outperforming McKinsey?

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Ken

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gave the best answer on Jan 27, 2021

Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach

Having worked frequently in McKinsey France, I have also heard that BCG historically was the stronger performing consultancy compared to McKinsey until 4-5 years ago. My undrestanding is that they are now comparable whe ... (read entire answer)

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Scaling from an analyst role in Nigeria to a tier 1 or 2 consulting company in Europe or other parts of the world.

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Most recent answer on Nov 16, 2020

gave the best answer on Jun 21, 2020

Hi there, First of all, you have an admirable ambition and goal and not only do I wish you all the best in achieving it but, with hard work and perseverence you absolutely can! My recommendation would be to consider ... (read entire answer)

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Case study interview questions

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Hi, Finance Industry is a super broad definition. Could you specify?

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RB and Africa

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Matteo asked on Oct 07, 2018

Dear RB Team, which RB office is covering customers active in/ related to West and Central Africa (mainy French speaking Africa)? I am working in the energy sector in those countries and I am looking into consultancy. ... (read entire question)

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Does a location-agnostic profile help or hurt one's chances at the application stage?

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 11, 2018

Hey Vlad, Thanks for your response! :-) McKinsey, at least, allows four choices: https://www.mckinsey.com/next-generation-women-leaders/how-to-apply You might be right about Bain's 3. I will pass along this i ... (read entire answer)

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