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Entry Level Consulting Salaries in the Middle East: MBB, Tier 2, and Accenture

AT. Kearney MBB & Big 4 Mentorship MiddleEast Roland Berger Middle east

Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024

Anonymous B gave the best answer on Feb 20, 2024

Hi, the list below is not 100% accurate but im pretty sure its +-10% within range as they are directly from friends working at firms in the Middle East. BCG - 30k riyals/aed for entry level associate consultant, previou ... (read entire answer)

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Is consulting recruitment (non-campus) picking back up in MBBs? How is it in the Middle-East?

MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024

Hagen

Expert

#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hagen

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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 questions: First of all, it's true that there's a noticeable increase in recruitment activities in consulting, even if still not on pre-pandemic levels. Moreover, ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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London big 4 strategy consulting or Dubai mbb

MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024

Hagen

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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hagen

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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 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 offers! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would highly advise you to opt for the option that better aligns with your professional (and maybe even pe ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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help me with my masters decision

dubai investment banking MBB & Big 4 Mckinsey middle east Middle east; BCG; Bain; Kearney strategy& dubai

Most recent answer on Nov 26, 2023

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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gave the best answer on May 01, 2023

#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there, Q: Which program do you think I should go for? The masters in business law at bocconi or the masters in finance at bologna business school? The Bocconi brand is significantly better than the Bologna Business S ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 26, 2023 on Nov 26, 2023
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Is it hopeless?

Bain & Company BCG Case Interview BCG McKinsey and Bain full-time MBB MBB & Big 4 McKinsey case interview recruiting

Most recent answer on Nov 06, 2023

Moritz

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ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos

Moritz

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gave the best answer on Nov 02, 2023

ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos

Hi there, Joining MBB is more of a marathon than a sprint for a lot of people. You're only just starting your career and there will be plenty of opportunities after these recent attempts. As for your questions, here's m ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 06, 2023 on Nov 06, 2023
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Starting at McKinsey!

Advice Bain Bain & Co BCG Boston Consulting Group MBB MBB & Big 4 McKinsey McKinsey & Company New Joiner

Most recent answer on Jun 27, 2023

gave the best answer on May 11, 2021

Hi there, Congratulations! MOST IMPORTANTLY: Know that no-one can perfectly prepare for the job and that's the point: You will mess up, you will learn, you will be trained and supported. That's OK! You will need t ... (read entire answer)

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on Jun 27, 2023 on Jun 27, 2023
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Project expenses

BCG Bain McKinsey MBB & Big 4 Offer Letter project managent staffing

Most recent answer on May 02, 2023

Benjamin

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Benjamin

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gave the best answer on May 02, 2023

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi, Couple of general points already have been made by other coaches (i.e. if its within policy, you shouldn't worry). I'd add a few more points based on my 8 years in consulting which includes projects in both developi ... (read entire answer)

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on May 02, 2023 on May 02, 2023
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Partner Round - Advancy

advancy BCG McKinsey and Bain Big Four - Strategy case interview practice with consultants currently preparing for MBB MBB & Big 4 mbb big4 MBB Cases

Most recent answer on Aug 23, 2022

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Aug 23, 2022

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, Congrats on getting this far! Basically, I'd focus on two things: 1. Aim to improve on the feedback gives after the previous rounds. They will test you on that to see whether you have a growth mindset and are ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 23, 2022 on Aug 23, 2022
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Asking for offer deadline extension?

and Bain BCG Decision Job offer MBB & Big 4 McKinsey Multiple offers

Most recent answer on Apr 30, 2022

Clara

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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Clara

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gave the best answer on Apr 27, 2022

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! What you flag is a very common situation that has happened to many of us, and it´s a very big and legit concern. I think you are thinking about it the right way. The thing to avoid is having an offer with them, ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 30, 2022 on Apr 30, 2022
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EY-Parthenon to PE firm

EY-Parthenon Lateral Hire MBB & Big 4 Private Equity

Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2021

Antonello

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McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Antonello

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gave the best answer on Nov 20, 2019

McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Hi, since the 90+% of the PE associates come from MBB, top MBA or top investment bank, with scenarios 1. and 2. you would build the most appealing CV. However, I would recommend applying right now to PE and playing you ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 30, 2021 on Sep 30, 2021
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No Return offer from Big 4 Strategy MBA Summer Internship

MBA MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on Aug 25, 2021

Sofia

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Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching

Sofia

Expert

gave the best answer on Aug 25, 2021

Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching

Hello, I'm sorry to hear about your experience - but fortunately this shouldn't affect your other options with recruiting too much! You won't be able to apply to that specific company, but other than that there are no r ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 25, 2021 on Aug 25, 2021
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Scheduling for 2nd Round Interview

2ndround Accenture Strategy Online test Bain Bain & Company BCG BCG Technology advantage Client and MBB MBB MBB & Big 4 Mck

Most recent answer on Jul 14, 2021

Ken

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Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach

Ken

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gave the best answer on Jul 13, 2021

Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach

Congrats! 1. I guess this ones a tricky one in the times of virtual interviewing when you're never really fully "unavailable". I would encourage you to express your preference but you may have to just go with what the ... (read entire answer)

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on Jul 14, 2021 on Jul 14, 2021
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Call with Consultant

Bain mbb Client and MBB currently preparing for MBB Email to MBB current employees Interview Scheduling MBB MBB MBB & Big 4 MBB - new hire MBB Australia

Most recent answer on Jun 08, 2021

Antonello

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McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Antonello

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gave the best answer on May 30, 2021

McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

HI, are you also interested in achieving a referral to submit an application soon or it's only for networking for the mid-term? Best, Antonello

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on Jun 08, 2021 on Jun 08, 2021
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How do I improve my chances of getting an interview call during times of pandemic? ?

Actively preparing for Mckinsey & AT Kearney Consulting Resume currently preparing for MBB Interview Scheduling MBB MBB MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on May 26, 2021

Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 09, 2020

Dear Ankita, Thanks for your question. It's good that you have such a good profile and extra curriculum activities, as well as your entrepreneur experience. Nevertheless, I would strongly recommend you to do an MBA fro ... (read entire answer)

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on May 26, 2021 on May 26, 2021
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McK vs Deloitte offer (different entry level position)

MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on May 26, 2021

Adi

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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

Adi

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gave the best answer on May 25, 2021

Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

Hi, Congrats! Can you clarify exactly which area in the job offer in Deloitte? I am not familiar with the McK track but can provide insights on Deloitte. To help decide between the two, answer the following key q ... (read entire answer)

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on May 26, 2021 on May 26, 2021
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What is the typical consulting structure of a strategic plan?

MBB MBB & Big 4 MBB Cases MBB Consulting strategic plan Structure

Most recent answer on Apr 10, 2021

gave the best answer on Apr 10, 2021

Hi Roberto, You have to be much more specific. Are you talking a proposal for work (RFP)? Or a project kick-off deck? Or a final deliverable presented to the CEO? Regardless, for any of these it would be hard to ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 10, 2021 on Apr 10, 2021
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Work visa concern for International Students

France MBB & Big 4 spain UK

Most recent answer on Feb 23, 2021

gave the best answer on Feb 21, 2021

Hi there, First, wishing you the best of luck! I'd flag that Spain is highly unlikely given that you don't speak Spanish. France will be difficult as well...decent French is far from the level required at a profess ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 23, 2021 on Feb 23, 2021
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Resume Template

case partner MBB MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on Feb 21, 2021

gave the best answer on Jun 21, 2019

Hi Ekundayo, Happy to provide you a tried and tested one that I use that routinely gets excellent feedback. Just send me a message!

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on Feb 21, 2021 on Feb 21, 2021
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Best alternatives to strategy consulting ?

MBB & Big 4

Most recent answer on Feb 21, 2021

gave the best answer on Jan 24, 2021

Hi there, With "wide industry exposure, networking opportunities, career capital and good exit opportunities" as the metric, I'd say you could find that, to a lesser degree, in the following areas: Management cons ... (read entire answer)

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How did you get ready for your own application?

Bain BCG MBB MBB & Big 4 MBB case interview prep Mck McKinsey

Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2020

Clara

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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Clara

Expert

gave the best answer on Oct 09, 2020

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! It´s an intelligent question, since at the end what you do for yourself is what you believe is the most effective way. Indeed, I base the preparation that I do as a coach is precisely based on my own (successfu ... (read entire answer)

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