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Entry-level Full-Time Opportunities

BA BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain Case Interview entry level full-time interviews McKinsey & Company
Most recent answer on Jan 26, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 25, 2022) is from:
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Moritz
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ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Good question! Let me elaborate on three things you need to prioritize: Networking: Referrals are key for any application and even more so for applicants from non-target schools. Good on you for getting one from an AP a ... (read entire answer)
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Timeline after accepting offer

BA Bain BCG Client and MBB I'm preparing to McK coming next week
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2021
The best answer (on Oct 05, 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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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, You're saying they sent an offer and you signed it? If so, you're done! There's nothing more needed until you start. If you're still waiting on the formal document, I'd wait another week before following up. I ... (read entire answer)
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GRE OR GMAT

Actively preparing for interviews with Bain and BCG and Bain BA BCG career progression Client and MBB GMAT MBA The Boston Consulting Group
Most recent answer on Sep 28, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 26, 2021) is from:
Agrim
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BCG Dubai Project Leader | Learn to think like a Consultant | Free personalised prep plan | 6+ years in Consulting
Agrim
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 gave the best answer on Sep 26, 2021
BCG Dubai Project Leader | Learn to think like a Consultant | Free personalised prep plan | 6+ years in Consulting
GMAT should be more helpful in securing the MBA. If you get an MBA without GMAT - its not going to be a deal-breaker in recruiting. Although a high-score MBA ‘can’ be a plus in recruiting. So there is no downside in not ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 28, 2021 on Sep 28, 2021
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Senior Role at Entry Level

and Bain BA BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain frameworks mckinsey
Most recent answer on Sep 24, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 23, 2021) is from:
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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Hi there, In most countries, Senior Analyst / Senior Associate is equivalent to the level you reach working as an Analyst or Associate for 2 years.  They will expect more experience, as you should be able to move to Ass ... (read entire answer)
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Business Analyst or Associate at McKinsey

associate BA McKinsey
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 19, 2020) is from:
Pascal
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Ex-Bain Manager | 10 yrs MBB experience | 250+ people interviewed | Written case expert | Open to give limited discounts
Pascal
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Hi Anonymous, To make it easier for yourself, I would aim for a Junior Associate role if I were you. That gives you some more time to settle in, get used to the new firm, the new people and the new ways of working, an ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey acceptance scrutiny level differs between an internship and a full time job?

BA internship McKinsey
Most recent answer on Dec 23, 2019
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Daniel
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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
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 gave the best answer on Dec 19, 2019
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Hi, I can answer for McKinsey Germany: assessment is as rigourous, for both cases and personal fit. However, interns need to go through less interviews (just 3 vs 5 for full-time job applicants). Good luck!
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What is the current BA recruitment process for McKinsey Milan/London ?

BA business analyst McKinsey McKinsey PST PST recruiting recruitment test selection process shl
Recent activity on Dec 09, 2018
Anonymous gave the best answer on Dec 09, 2018
Hey there, the current process in London this year was as follows: Step 1: Submit online application Step 2: Go into McKinsey office for two tests: the PST and a new "computer based assessment". I have spoken to can ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 09, 2018 on Dec 09, 2018
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Leverage McKinsey interview to get other firm interview?

BA Bain BCG Case Interview Interview McKinsey
Recent activity on May 29, 2018
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Guennael
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Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
Guennael
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 gave the best answer on May 29, 2018
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
Honestly, you'd be in a much better position with an actual offer. With just a little bit of skills and some luck, many can get to a second round - but you need a lot more than that to get an interview. Just knowing you ... (read entire answer)
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