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BCG Online Case

BCG BCG Case Interview BCG online case
Most recent answer on Mar 27, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 04, 2024) is from:
Nick
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Bain London PE practice / ex-Interviewer and recruiting lead at Bain / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Nick
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gave the best answer on Mar 04, 2024
Bain London PE practice / ex-Interviewer and recruiting lead at Bain / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Sorry to hear the experience didn't go as well as you would have hoped. Best to check with the recruiting team, but typically once you are in the BCG online case, you are already considered past the CV and cover letter ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 27, 2024 on Mar 27, 2024
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BCG Response Time

BCG BCG Case Interview HR MBB rejection
Most recent answer on Mar 06, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 05, 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 Mar 05, 2024
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Hi, sorry to hear about the long wait time. In my opinion that is one of the hardest parts of the interview process. In general I would say only a rejection is a rejection. There are many moving parts to an interview pr ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 06, 2024 on Mar 06, 2024
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Is is common from BCG to offer candidates a coaching session ?

BCG Case Interview practice
Most recent answer on Mar 06, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 27, 2024) is from:
Gero
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Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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gave the best answer on Feb 27, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hi Julie, Congratulations on making it through round 1! I agree with Pedro: BCG's recruitment processes vary depending on the region, so it might be worth checking if other candidates are also being offered coaching. Th ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 06, 2024 on Mar 06, 2024
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When should I expect to hear back from BCG London?

Actively preparing for interviews with Bain and BCG BCG BCG Case Interview bcg consultant Boston Consulting Group CV screening MBB Screening
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2024) is from:
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 Jan 31, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, I would say a typical timeline from submitting your application to ultimately receiving an offer (if that were to happen) is often between 6-8 weeks.  If you apply in Q4, the process tends to be slower on aver ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Failed aptitude test but have upcoming partner meeting

aptitude test Bain Bain & Company BCG BCG Case Interview BCG McKinsey and Bain Coffee Chat McKinsey partner rejection
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 29, 2024) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Jan 29, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi Steph! I like your resilience and problem-solving ability.  In short, you should use these calls to better understand what it takes to be successful during the recruitment process. It's also important to have a perso ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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BCG SSA Application

BCG BCG Case Interview Latin America MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 29, 2024) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Jan 29, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Sounds like you have a great profile.  Grades matter a lot less than candidates assume they do. And for a good reason.  Think about it - consulting firms want top performers, people who are problem solvers, who show cur ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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BCG Interview Round 2

2ndround BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 05, 2024) is from:
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 Feb 05, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, sorry to hear about your experience. Of course we cannot know if you passed or failed the specific interview as it depends on a variety of factors (and no one here was there with you). Whenever you don't solve ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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BCG Casey Chatbot preparation

BCG BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Mar 04, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 03, 2024) 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 Mar 03, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) Is it possible to prepare two days before the case? If you use a guide/course with a few simulations, it should take 6-10 hours to have a solid preparation. Depending on how much time you have available, tw ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 04, 2024 on Mar 04, 2024
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Regarding BCG Case Interview

BCG BCG Technology advantage BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Mar 01, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 29, 2024) is from:
Gero
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Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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gave the best answer on Feb 29, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hello there, I agree with Pedro's perspective: The interviewer evaluates not just your framework itself, but rather your ability to structure. If you consistently demonstrated this skill throughout the interview, exempl ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 01, 2024 on Mar 01, 2024
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ABOUT CASES

BCG BCG Case Interview Cases
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 28, 2024) 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 Feb 28, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Can I study the cases for 2 to 3 weeks putting in mind that is my first time apply to consulting?  It depends on: The material you use Your initial level Most candidates need 100h+ to be ready for interview ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Terminology BCG opposed to other firms

BCG BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 19, 2024) is from:
Gero
Expert
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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gave the best answer on Feb 19, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hi there, I agree with Avinash here. It is totally expected that you apply to different firms and, in general, you do not have to learn a specific firm's language to be successful! That being said, you should nonetheles ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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BCG First Round in 7 days, can I do it ?

Advice BCG Case Interview case coaching First Round
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 18, 2024) is from:
Richard
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Ex-BCG Project Leader (Boston) | Seasoned strategy consultant, coach, mentor, and interviewer
Richard
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gave the best answer on Jan 18, 2024
Ex-BCG Project Leader (Boston) | Seasoned strategy consultant, coach, mentor, and interviewer
The short answer is, yes.  However, given the limited amount of time you have, I'd strongly recommend connecting with a coach, career mentor, or peer to practice casing. Just make sure whoever it is has significant expe ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Final round BCG visiting associate

anxiety BCG BCG Case Interview Final Round Market sizing
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 23, 2024) is from:
Petros
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BCG consultant, ex-Goldman Sachs | Free Intro Session! | personalized preparation plan | >90% candidate success rate
Petros
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gave the best answer on Feb 23, 2024
BCG consultant, ex-Goldman Sachs | Free Intro Session! | personalized preparation plan | >90% candidate success rate
Even though no one can know for certain until you receive a formal response, very rarely a BCG consultant would make the laptop joke unless they really mean it :) they know how important these interviews are for people, ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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frameworks MBB

Bain-style cases BCG Case Interview BCG McKinsey and Bain frameworks mckinsey
Most recent answer on Feb 27, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 25, 2024) is from:
Gero
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Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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gave the best answer on Feb 25, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hello there, Thank you for bringing this question to the forum. I will be brutally honest: The question is built on wrong premises and indicates a misleading focus in your preparation. Perhaps I can help to clarify. Wha ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 27, 2024 on Feb 27, 2024
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Shall I wait for the 12 months to end before applying?

Actively preparing for interviews with Bain and BCG BCG BCG 1st round BCG Case Interview bcg consultant bcg consulting bcg london MBB mbb big4
Most recent answer on Feb 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 22, 2024) 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 22, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Should I apply now or wait a few days for the 12 month ban to pass? I’m not even sure if BCG has a 12 month ban or a 24 month ban. If you have someone who can refer you, I would contact them and ask if they ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 26, 2024 on Feb 26, 2024
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Have I ruined my chances with BCG?

Actively preparing for interviews at McKinsey and BCG Actively preparing for interviews with Bain and BCG BCG BCG 1st round BCG Case Interview bcg consultant bcg london currently preparing for MBB London MBB
Most recent answer on Feb 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 22, 2024) 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 Jan 22, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
This is the importance of networking AND coaching! There are 100s of things we just don't know unless we know. Look, if you have a strong resume + referral, your odds are not zero. However, please do learn from this mis ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 26, 2024 on Feb 26, 2024
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BCG Recruiting Process

Actual BCG case BCG BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Feb 24, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 23, 2024) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 23, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) Are there any tools or resources to make sure I perform good on this assessment?  I provided some information below on the assessment. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 24, 2024 on Feb 24, 2024
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Director Level Interview

Bain BCG BCG Case Interview Client and MBB coach coaching craftingcases Imbellus MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 25, 2024) 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 Jan 25, 2024
#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! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions: First of all, I would highly advise you to get in touch with (former) colleagues of your target company ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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Case Chart Analysis

BCG Case Interview Charts
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 27, 2024) is from:
Gero
Expert
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 27, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hi there, Great question and a very clear and concise answer: “May I ask questions”? Yes, definitely! Business terminology is not a prerequisite. Moreover, some charts (though rather rare) are even consciously created t ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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Question regarding YT Case: DadGym

BCG Case Interview
Most recent answer on Jan 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 25, 2024) 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 Jan 25, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, could you share with me the hyperlink to the case study? Moreover, unfortunately, many case studies have flaws. Even though I don't know th ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 26, 2024 on Jan 26, 2024
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