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Advice for a Final year student looking to improve their candidacy

Application Australia Bain BCG Big 4 Boston Consulting Group management consulting McKinsey & Company recruiting
Most recent answer 23 hours ago
The best answer (on Mar 15, 2024) is from:
Sohini
Expert
Ex- Strategy Consultant ZS Associate | Commercial Strategy Director | Michigan MBA | Pharma/Financial Svc. /Tech Expert
Sohini
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 15, 2024
Ex- Strategy Consultant ZS Associate | Commercial Strategy Director | Michigan MBA | Pharma/Financial Svc. /Tech Expert
Hi, Since you already have a consulting offer, asssuming  what you want to improve your candidacy for MBB - I would suggest you reach out to alumni from your university who have worked at MBBs, and try to get their advi ... (read entire answer)
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Middle East MBB Hiring

Australia Bain middle east bcg Dubai MBB mckinsey australia Mckinsey middle east Middle East
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2021) is from:
Gaurav
Expert
Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Gaurav
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2021
Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Hi there! In this case I’d recommend to focus on the Middle East. Why? Because applying for jobs in consulting internationally is always a challenge. It’s not only important to a bunch of demanded skills, including l ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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Any experience, tips or insights for a final round partner interview with Monitor Deloitte Australia (or Monitor Deloitte generally)?

Australia Deloitte Deloitte Consulting Deloitte Monitor experience Final Round insights Monitor Deloitte partner Partner Interview practice partner practice tips
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 30, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 30, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Yes, sharing a few points here on how to prepare effectively for the last round: Work on the feedback provided in the previous rounds. Most firms communicate the feedback from the previous rounds to the final interviewe ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 30, 2023 on Oct 30, 2023
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MBB Southeast Asia or Tier 2 US consulting

Australia level London MBB Middle East South east asia Summer Internship tier1 tier2
Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2022) is from:
Andi
Expert
BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires
Andi
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2022
BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires
Hi there, Congrats also from my end! Indeed a nice problem to have! Like the other coaches, I'd also argue going with the MBB offer might be a better choice Brand: MBB brand is just significantly stronger and all these ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 11, 2023 on Oct 11, 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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on Oct 08, 2023 on Oct 08, 2023
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Is there a difference between applying to 'Digital' Mckinsey and Mckinsey?

associate Australia business analyst Case Interview Digital
Most recent answer on Oct 01, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 14, 2018) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 14, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, McKinsey Digital roles are not that much different from McKinsey Generalist. The major difference is a separate staffing. You will have a different staffing coordinator who has to approve all your projects. In gen ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 01, 2023 on Oct 01, 2023
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Resume length in Australia

Australia Resume
Most recent answer on Feb 27, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 29, 2020) is from:
Luca
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BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached
Luca
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 29, 2020
BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached
Hello, Generally speacking you should use only one page, unless you are not an experienced hire. Anyway, if you feel to have enough experiences to fill more than 1 page of interesting and signifcant stuff, do it. I ha ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 27, 2023 on Feb 27, 2023
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PWC Australia Interview Tips

Australia Big 4 PwC Interview
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 28, 2022) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 28, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  Congrats on reaching the interviews and best of luck with them! On a high-level, you can expect to have a case and personal fit part within each interview slot. The case could be from any industry or topic un ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 30, 2022 on Dec 30, 2022
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Bain & Co - Australia

Australia Bain Bain & Company
Most recent answer on Nov 07, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 07, 2022) 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 Nov 07, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I worked at MBB Australia so happy to be of service. Major Industries: Mining Energy (e.g. Oil & Gas) Government/Public Sector Teleco Infrastructure Financial Services Healthcare Here's some additional pre ... (read entire answer)
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8
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on Nov 07, 2022 on Nov 07, 2022
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MBB Opportunities

Australia MBB Australia
Most recent answer on Aug 21, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 19, 2022) is from:
Kiran
Expert
Former McKinsey Consultant (ranked top 3-5%)|McKinsey interview coach, 50+ sessions|30% off first session|Tech Investor
Kiran
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 19, 2022
Former McKinsey Consultant (ranked top 3-5%)|McKinsey interview coach, 50+ sessions|30% off first session|Tech Investor
Hi I agree with Emily, you've got an interesting profile. Here are the answers to your questions: Is it still worth applying to MBB & T2s in Australia with my low grades? My main concern is that I will not be able t ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 21, 2022 on Aug 21, 2022
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International MBA (LBS vs M7) for Australian market

Australia lbs M7 MBA MBB Australia
Most recent answer on Dec 24, 2021
The best answer (on Dec 15, 2021) 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 Dec 15, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Short answer: Very strongly. 1 of the 4 individuals in my intern cohort was from LBS. A few of my closest friends from my BCG Australia days are LBS MBA grads. I just helped a candidate from LBS get hired. One ... (read entire answer)
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8
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on Dec 24, 2021 on Dec 24, 2021
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Entering MBB

Australia MBB Australia Singapore
Most recent answer on Nov 07, 2021
The best answer (on Nov 03, 2021) 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 Nov 03, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Your odds are 22.333% repeating. Jokes aside, we really can't give you odds here! That said, here are some truths: What I can say is that bad grades can indeed be eliminatory (at least if recently graduated) Y ... (read entire answer)
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15
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on Nov 07, 2021 on Nov 07, 2021
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Pre-MBA GMAT Relevance for Reapplication

Australia GMAT MBB pre-mba reapplication T2
Most recent answer on Jan 01, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 27, 2020) is from:
Udayan
Expert
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 27, 2020
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Hi, I looked at the progress you have made in the last two years. There definitely is a lot of it but I am afraid the person that told you the progress isn't enough is right. The people you are competing with have go ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 01, 2021 on Jan 01, 2021
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Do LEK Australia and Singapore sponsor international student at the moment? (Post-MBA consultant position)

Australia LEK
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2020
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 there, Unfortunately for Australia that's extremely difficult to get. Essentially they have to prove that they cannot hire anyone of your talent locally. With the new government's immigration policies this has beco ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2020 on Dec 31, 2020
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Hi All, i have a first round interview with Monitor Deloitte in Australia. Has anyone gone through the process?

Australia Deloitte melbourne Monitor Deloitte
Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 28, 2020) is from:
Clara
Expert
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Congrats for the interview. I haven´t personally coached anyone of MD in Australia, but I did for EMEA. Furthermore, tbh, the process is pretty standard when it comes to prep: You have 2 main workstrea ... (read entire answer)
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25
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on Nov 28, 2020 on Nov 28, 2020
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How long does the CV screening lasts for BCG?

Australia BCG CV CV screening PROCESSING TIME selection process
Most recent answer on Nov 23, 2020
The best answer (on May 18, 2017) is from:
Deniz
Expert
5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call
Deniz
Expert
gave the best answer on May 18, 2017
5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call
Hi Iulia, Given you did not apply during the recruiting period, there may not be a set deadline for the BCG office to get back to you on your application, thereby I would not draw a conclusion that you did not pass th ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 23, 2020 on Nov 23, 2020
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It's been 2 weeks since the McKinsey Digital Assessment, contacted HR, but no reply

Australia Bain BCG McKinsey
Most recent answer on Nov 04, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 24, 2020
Dear A, Agree with Francesco here that 3 email in a week it's quite a lot. Just wait for couple days more and then call directly to HR. Wish you best of luck, André
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11
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on Nov 04, 2020 on Nov 04, 2020
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Is MBB/tier 2 in Australia sponsoring MBA level consultant from abroad?

Australia
Most recent answer on Aug 12, 2020
The best answer (on Aug 09, 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 09, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi, That's extremely difficult to get. Essentially they have to prove that they cannot hire anyone of your talent locally. With the new government's immigration policies this has become even tougher. I was only able ... (read entire answer)
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12
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on Aug 12, 2020 on Aug 12, 2020
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MBB in Australia: Value of MBA from various schools

Australia
Most recent answer on Jun 15, 2020
The best answer (on Jun 14, 2020) is from:
Clara
Expert
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on Jun 14, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Top programs are top programs, all world arround. For this precisely you should look into the global rankings: Financial Times Poets and Quants The only thing that changes after is the network, mor ... (read entire answer)
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25
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on Jun 15, 2020 on Jun 15, 2020
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Does Mckinsey Digital Australia starting to use gaming/ digital assessment instead of PST

Australia BCG McKinsey and Bain digital assessment Digital McKinsey McKinsey PST SHL test
Most recent answer on May 11, 2020
Anonymous B gave the best answer on May 11, 2020
I interviewed with McKinsey Digital Australia December 2019. I confirm that they are using gaming assessment.
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on May 11, 2020 on May 11, 2020
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