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UK London Entry Level Role - Hearing back from applications

Applications

Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2023

Raj

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Raj

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gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2023

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If you haven't heard back from OC&C or Oliver Wyman yet, I would recommend being patient and allowing sufficient time for the firms to review your application. It's also a good idea to regularly check your email and ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 28, 2023 on Nov 28, 2023
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Max years of experience to enter a management consulting firm?

Applications Experienced Hire

Most recent answer on Sep 22, 2023

Benjamin

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Benjamin

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gave the best answer on Sep 22, 2023

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi, As others have mentioned - definitely not the last chance. I have known people who have joined BCG at the age of ~40 at the Consultant role, and those with ~10-12 years of industry experience who have also successfu ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 22, 2023 on Sep 22, 2023
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Can I update application material after submitting it?

Applications Deadlines

Most recent answer on Sep 02, 2023

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 01, 2023

ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos

Hi there, This very much depends. If you can do it on the portal, great. Just make sure you don't automatically withdraw by going back to editing your application, which means you would have to resubmit. Alternatively, ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 02, 2023 on Sep 02, 2023
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Do you need referrals to stand a chance (London offices)?

Applications London referrals

Most recent answer on Aug 07, 2023

Dennis

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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Dennis

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gave the best answer on Aug 06, 2023

Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Hi there, if you have the time, try to get a referral for you application. Why leave out a pathway that could significantly increase your chances of getting a first round interview? Don't just forgo the step because it ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 07, 2023 on Aug 07, 2023
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Economy - Current Prospects for MBB & Big 4 Applications (US - Northeast)

and Bain Applications BCG Big 4 Hiring freeze? Should I apply now and wait? MBB McKinsey reapplication T2

Most recent answer on Jul 31, 2023

Andi

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BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Andi

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gave the best answer on Jul 30, 2023

BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Hi there, sorry to hear that your role was impacted and happy to share my thoughts on this.. How drastic is the hiring slowdown? Varies significantly across firms, but in the US, the major consultancies are facing a sig ... (read entire answer)

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on Jul 31, 2023 on Jul 31, 2023
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Looking for the Best Coach for MBB Mexico offices

Applications Best expert coaching MBB Mexico Referral

Most recent answer on Jun 07, 2023

gave the best answer on Jun 07, 2023

Hi Alfredo, We've already chatted but you have yet to schedule an intro call. Just a reminder that that's always an option! Local experience: Personalmente, cuando estaba haciendo mi MBA en Stern, yo era el VP de event ... (read entire answer)

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on Jun 07, 2023 on Jun 07, 2023
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Acceptance of non-MBA applicants to consultancy positions at MBB firms

application strength Applications Bain & Company BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain consultingapplication McKinsey

Most recent answer on Feb 09, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Feb 09, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, I believe you have a great profile and should definitely go for it! Many people that are in MBB do not have a business background. I used to be one of them actually. They don't make this an issue during the ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 09, 2023 on Feb 09, 2023
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Does a previous failed attempt reduce the chances for a second interview invite?

Application Applications

Most recent answer on Dec 15, 2022

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Dec 12, 2022

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, No. What's important is to make sure that you pass the screening again and to do that you must prove that you've accumulated sufficient experience in the meantime to be worth interviewing. Then make sure th ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 15, 2022 on Dec 15, 2022
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Consulting cover letter

Applications Case Oliver Wyman consultingcoverletter Oliver Wyman

Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2022

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Sep 15, 2022

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Hi there, 1) I’m not sure who to adress in the cover letter and I can’t find an email address that I could write to ask You have two main options If you apply via referral (recommended), you can add the name of the recr ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 30, 2022 on Sep 30, 2022
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Applications to different positions at different MBB offices

application process Applications BCG McKinsey and Bain Phone interview

Most recent answer on Apr 10, 2022

Andi

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BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Andi

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gave the best answer on Apr 09, 2022

BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Hi there, this should not be an issue / impact your chances negatively at this stage. Do note though, especially when the offices are within the same region / system of that MBB firm, it will be quite visible that you ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 10, 2022 on Apr 10, 2022
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Risk of applying to multiple offices at the same time?

Applications

Most recent answer on Oct 29, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 14, 2020

Hi Chinedu! the firms generally let you make a choice for up to three offices in your application process. Pick yours based on where you want to live assuming you get the offer, taking into account visa restrictions, ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 29, 2020 on Oct 29, 2020
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When is the application deadline for Oliver Wyman Entry level Consultant - Paris position?

Applications Deadlines Oliver Wyman

Most recent answer on Jan 06, 2020

Clara

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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Clara

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gave the best answer on Jan 06, 2020

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! It depends on the office, drop them a mail -maybe it´s even stated in the web-. However, if in this specific office they only recruit in certain periods, for sure there will be other offices with rolling rec ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 06, 2020 on Jan 06, 2020
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Do you have a question for our consulting experts, too?

Who can make the referral?

Application application process Applications MBB Referral referrals

Recent activity on Dec 14, 2018

Vlad

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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Vlad

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gave the best answer on Dec 13, 2018

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, Does not agree with Guennael: At McKinsey Alumni cannot make a referral, however, they can ask their friends who still work in a company Partners have more weight, however, they will be too lazy to submit th ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 14, 2018 on Dec 14, 2018
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Boutique or reapply?

Applications

Recent activity on Dec 12, 2018

Anonymous B gave the best answer on Dec 11, 2018

I don't know that we have enough data to give you a clear answer one way or the other. Don't forget also the 3rd option, do a couple of years at your boutique + do a good rated masters & get into MBB/Tier2 after. ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 12, 2018 on Dec 12, 2018
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Best time to apply as analyst or associate

Applications recruiting

Recent activity on Jan 20, 2018

Vlad

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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Vlad

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gave the best answer on Jan 18, 2018

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, First of all, the answer very much depends on a particular office. For example, McKinsey New York is particularly hard to get is you apply randomly and you'd better do it within your university recruitment cycle. ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 20, 2018 on Jan 20, 2018
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Timeline for Applications

Applications Case Interview consulting MBB

Recent activity on Jul 20, 2017

Francesco

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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jul 20, 2017

#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi Anonymous, I agree with Vlad, you will likely be considered for the equivalent of an entry-level position plus one year/ one year and half of experience in the firm (analyst/senior analyst at McK, associate/senior ... (read entire answer)

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