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What happens if two interviewers don't reach consensus? / Should I let HR know?

Bad cop Interviewer MBB performance

Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2023

Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews

gave the best answer on Dec 30, 2023

Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews

I assume you are talking about an MBB firm. If so, all first and second round recruiters gather together to take the final hiring decision. They will look for consensus and anyone has voice to veto your progress to next ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 30, 2023 on Dec 30, 2023
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BCG Final Round

Bad cop Final Round

Most recent answer on Feb 24, 2021

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

gave the best answer on Feb 23, 2021

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi Zahid, Well done and congratulations! I'm late in replying to this Q&A, but I'd just like to really emphasize you never know. I've seen people who thought they aced the case/interview not get an offer. I've s ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 24, 2021 on Feb 24, 2021
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How to approach “bad cop”/aggressive style interviewer?

Bad cop Case Interview stress

Recent activity on Jan 03, 2019

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

gave the best answer on Feb 21, 2018

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

Hi, This happens and sometimes they do it on purpose. Of course, it's not the guidelines but rather the personal interviewer's style. I think you should: Stay calm whatever situation you have. Keep in mind that it ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 03, 2019 on Jan 03, 2019
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