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LEK Final Round Business Logic Interview

Case LEK L.E.K. L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews LEK LEK Consulting
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
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Cristian
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That's rather strange. Definitely not part of the typical process with most firms.  But that's absolutely fine.  Regardless of what you're being told to expect, always follow-up with HR and try to get more details on th ... (read entire answer)
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Does anyone know what L.E.K, first round cases/interviews are like?

Case Interview Case LEK L.E.K. L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews LEK LEK Consulting Market sizing
Most recent answer on Oct 16, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 15, 2023) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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Hi there, Just so happens I do….because I actually know the questions they ask :) I track questions from my candidates' interviews   #1 Rule: Even though I have this list, please stop trying to predict what will happen. ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 16, 2023 on Oct 16, 2023
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L.E.K. Numerical Test on Zoom

L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews numerical reasoning test
Most recent answer on Oct 22, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 11, 2020) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Nov 11, 2020
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Hi Rachel, First, good luck! Now, there are two parts to this...Virtual Testing and the Numerical Test Virtual As a general guide, pretty much all of the rules you can think of that apply to in-person interviews ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 22, 2022 on Oct 22, 2022
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L.E.K. firm

L.E.K. L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews
Most recent answer on Sep 16, 2021
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Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Sep 15, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I'm concerned with your comment that you can't get in touch with anyone at LEK (or Kearney, per your other Q&A). This indicates to me that your messages are incorrect. Are you being concise/too-the-point o ... (read entire answer)
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LEK Final Round

L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews
Question edited on Aug 29, 2021
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Ian
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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, Have you been told that you will be given a written case? I only ask because this is how you seem to be asking your questions. Ultimately, it does depend on the office + role for which you're applying, but you ... (read entire answer)
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<LEK Consulting> Interview result

L.E.K. Interviews Result
Most recent answer on Aug 13, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 12, 2021) is from:
Ian
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Ian
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gave the best answer on Aug 12, 2021
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Hi there, I'm sorry to hear they've taken so long - that's not great form! Honestly, things are a bit chaotic right now, so companies are taking a while to get back to people. That said, 3 weeks is too long! I would wai ... (read entire answer)
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L.E.K interview

L.E.K. Interviews
Most recent answer on Jun 28, 2021
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I interviewed with them a few years ago: In answer to your questions: 1. My experience (1st round) was interviewee led. They asked open ended, unstructured case questions 2. Typical case interview situations (e.g. M ... (read entire answer)
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L.E.K Consulting

Bain BCG L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews L.E.K. Karriere MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Mar 29, 2021
The best answer (on Mar 23, 2021) is from:
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Francesco
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Hi there, You should have 2 rounds of interviews. In general, market sizing is pretty common at LEK. I helped a good number of people for LEK including LEK SEA, if you need help please feel free to PM me. Best, ... (read entire answer)
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L.E.K Interview Style

L.E.K. Interviews
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2020
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Vlad
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gave the best answer on Nov 22, 2020
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Hi, LEK is candidate led. ALL companies have candidate-led interviews. Even at McKinsey 2nd round interviews will be mostly candidate led. In addition, there is no difference between those types of cases and it's alw ... (read entire answer)
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What are the different tests for L.E.K.? (Associate, London)

analytical test Applied associate L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews LEK London
Most recent answer on Nov 14, 2019
Anonymous A asked on Oct 13, 2019
I was recently invited to do the test for LEK on the Mapped-Applied platform. They mentioned there is a math test and 2 additional questions. However, on my dashboard, I see 2 tests that need to be completed along with ... (read entire question)
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L.E.K. numerical cut-off

L.E.K. L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Interviews numerical Numerical on-site test numerical test test
Recent activity on Jan 29, 2018
The best answer (on Jan 29, 2018) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Jan 29, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, You'll never know the exact number since there is a range of factors that influence the cut-off: Country (office) Role (Associate, consultant) Economic cycle / hiring needs Best,
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L.E.K.

L.E.K. Interviews
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Ignacio
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Ignacio
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Hi Anonymous, Have a look here for info: https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/Interview/L-E-K-Consulting-Interview-Questions-E107859.htm
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