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BCG Middle East Final Round Outcome

BCG BCG middle east
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 29, 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 Feb 29, 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 progress in the application process with BCG thus far! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, getting a call from the recruiter after the fin ... (read entire answer)
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consulting firms Middle East

Bain middle east BCG middle east Mckinsey middle east MiddleEast
Most recent answer on Dec 16, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 08, 2023) 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 08, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, The short answer is, yes, it's entirely do-able. Now, the more his profile “makes sense”, the better his chances. Networking will be critical as well. Please also remember that flat odds are 5%. Make sure to n ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 16, 2023 on Dec 16, 2023
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How do BCG decide to hire v. not hire a candidate

BCG BCG Case Interview BCG middle east hiring
Most recent answer on Oct 28, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 13, 2020) is from:
Axel
Expert
Bain Consultant | Interviewer for 3 years at Bain |Passionate about coaching |I will make you a case interview Rockstar
Axel
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gave the best answer on Jul 13, 2020
Bain Consultant | Interviewer for 3 years at Bain |Passionate about coaching |I will make you a case interview Rockstar
Hi Abdullah, Each firm will have specific evaluation frameworks that assess you along with a standard set of criteria. In the case interview part of the interview, it is typically your structuring skills, analytical a ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 28, 2023 on Oct 28, 2023
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BCG Application

BCG BCG middle east Middle East
Most recent answer on Oct 27, 2023
Anonymous B gave the best answer on Oct 27, 2023
Hi,  I can answer this because I know of an exact situation for an EMEA office for BCG and Bain.  This sort of situation is definitely based on your extracurriculars that they screen for on your CV. I've been reliably t ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 27, 2023 on Oct 27, 2023
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BCG and Mckinsey Middle East Application Process

BCG BCG middle east entry level MBB McKinsey Mckinsey middle east Middle East recent graduate
Most recent answer on Aug 20, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 18, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 18, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! Sure - happy to help. About a third of my candidates are applying and interviewing in the Middle East.  Let me take your questions one by one: Does anyone have insight into the application process for entry-le ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 20, 2023 on Aug 20, 2023
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BCG Middle East Final Round

BCG BCG middle east
Most recent answer on Aug 20, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 20, 2023) 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 Aug 20, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) How will this round differ from the previous two. It depends on the reason why they asked for the extra round. Usually, this happens in two cases: They are unsure about your performance in the final, and th ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 20, 2023 on Aug 20, 2023
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BCG Middle East Final Round

BCG BCG middle east
Most recent answer on Aug 09, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 09, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 09, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! No, it doens't mean that.  Sometimes they just take a long time.  It took 10 days after I had my interview for them to get back to me. I was boiling by then.  So I wouldn't get concerned unless you're at the 2 ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 09, 2023 on Aug 09, 2023
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BCG Final Round Result

BCG bcg Dubai BCG middle east Final Round
Most recent answer on Mar 26, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 11, 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 11, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on conducting all interview rounds with BCG! 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 al ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 26, 2023 on Mar 26, 2023
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BCG First Round interview

BCG BCG Case Interview BCG middle east BCGDubai First Round
Most recent answer on Feb 08, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 08, 2023) 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 08, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) I got scheduled one interview with BCG Middle east for my first round interview. Is that weird? i thought the first round usually have 2 interviews not just one. I am applying for a summer internship.  BCG ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 08, 2023 on Feb 08, 2023
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BCG Middle East

BCG middle east
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 29, 2022) 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 Dec 29, 2022
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for a lot of users, thus I am happy to provide my perspective on it: Logically speaking, if the position is still open on December 29th, it's r ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 30, 2022 on Dec 30, 2022
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Application through referral to BCG Dubai

Application application process BCG bcg Dubai BCG middle east Referral
Most recent answer on Oct 23, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 18, 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 Oct 18, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This is perfectly normal! Be patient here as these things can take weeks and even months sometimes. Make sure that as you wait you are not just waiting. You should be networking + applying to other firms. You ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 23, 2022 on Oct 23, 2022
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BCG/ Bain Middle East

Bain middle east BCG middle east Middle East
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2022) is from:
Lucie
Expert
10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader
Lucie
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2022
10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader
Hi there, helped multiple candidates plus I have been working extensively in Middle east BCG office. Feel free to reach out.  Lucie
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on Jan 31, 2022 on Jan 31, 2022
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Entry-level salaries MBB and Tier 2 Dubai

ATKearney Bain middle east BCG middle east BCGDubai dubai Mckinsey middle east Middle East Middle east; BCG; Bain; Kearney strategy& dubai
Most recent answer on Apr 29, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 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 Apr 15, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Here are some resources for you :) https://managementconsulted.com/consultant-salary/ https://www.glassdoor.co.nz/Reviews/JLL-Dubai-Reviews-EI_IE5779.0,3_IL.4,9_IM954.htm?countryRedirect=true https:/ ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 29, 2021 on Apr 29, 2021
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Does BCG have a proper office in Abu Dhabi?

BCG BCG middle east Boston Consulting Group MBB Middle East
Most recent answer on Mar 30, 2021
The best answer (on Mar 30, 2021) is from:
Franco
Expert
Ex BCG Principal | INSEAD | 10 yrs in consulting | Interviewed >200 Career Switchers, MBAs, Undergrads in Europe and USA
Franco
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 30, 2021
Ex BCG Principal | INSEAD | 10 yrs in consulting | Interviewed >200 Career Switchers, MBAs, Undergrads in Europe and USA
BCG has an office Abu Dhabi. When I left in 2018 the office was not as big as Dubai but still sizeable (I'd say c.a. 80 consultants) and my guess is that it grew a lot over the last couple of years. In terms of staffi ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 30, 2021 on Mar 30, 2021
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Best pathway to MBB middle east

and Bain Bain middle east BCG BCG middle east MBB midde east McKinsey Mckinsey middle east
Most recent answer on Nov 27, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 08, 2020
Hi A, both options are good because AUB is a target school in the Middle East. If you were to go London, I would rather think of LBS or LSE since they are even more prestigious than UCL. Roughly 50% of my mentees ar ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 27, 2020 on Nov 27, 2020
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Looking for a CV review before applying to consulting at Tier-1 firms in their Middle East offices. (MBB, Kearney, OW)

Bain Bain middle east BCG BCG middle east BCGDubai dubai Kearney dubai McKinsey McKinsey Dubai Oliver Wyman
Most recent answer on Nov 26, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 10, 2020
Dear Ahmed! Of course, you can send me your CV and we can discuss it. Also, I have many friends and former colleague at the Middle East, so I can share with you some insights on application process. Feel free to ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 26, 2020 on Nov 26, 2020
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BCG Associate without prior consulting experience

BCG BCG middle east MiddleEast staffing
Most recent answer on Sep 13, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 08, 2020
Hi there, What is the question here? Can you please specify it? What do you want to know about the BCG Associate position? Happy to help!
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on Sep 13, 2020 on Sep 13, 2020
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BCG & KEARNEY MIDDLE EAST

2nd round ATKearney A.T. Kearney BCG BCG middle east Middle East MiddleEast
Most recent answer on Jul 25, 2020
The best answer (on Jul 23, 2020) is from:
Sidi
Expert
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Sidi
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 23, 2020
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Hi! 1. No structural differences! They will first and formemost check for consistency in your strengths, and ability to address any potential weaknesses (if you received such feedback after round 1). THe interviews wi ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 25, 2020 on Jul 25, 2020
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