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MBB Salary Raise - Middle East

MBB - new hire

Most recent answer on Dec 16, 2023

Raj

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Raj

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gave the best answer on Dec 16, 2023

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While I don't have specific information on the salary increases at other MBB firms in the Middle East, it is not uncommon for firms to adjust their compensation packages in response to market dynamics and competition. B ... (read entire answer)

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MBB Saudi Arabia Start Date Postponed BUT now residents not allowed back until the end of the pandemic.

MBB MBB - new hire

Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023

gave the best answer on Jun 24, 2020

Hi there, Sorry to hear, I can understand this causes a lot of stress on your part. 1) It is highly unlikely they cancel your contract - They can continue to defer OR they may give you the opportunity to work in ano ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 30, 2023 on Nov 30, 2023
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Importance of transcripts

Bain mbb MBB - new hire

Most recent answer on Nov 20, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Nov 18, 2023

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Hi there, Q: Given the pass grade in my master's, could this potentially impact my application for consulting? Your grades are going to impact the application, but are not the only relevant factor. They will also consid ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 20, 2023 on Nov 20, 2023
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Consultants with families - a viable option?

MBB MBB - new hire McKinsey

Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Jan 17, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, Yes, it's viable, but I wouldn't recommend it. It might work, but it's not going to be easy. The reality of the job is that - on average - you're going to be travelling a few days per week and spending about ... (read entire answer)

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MBB Amsterdam

MBB - new hire

Most recent answer on Jul 11, 2022

Moritz

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Moritz

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gave the best answer on Jul 11, 2022

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

Hi there, Technically it's not a must but consider your competition for entry level roles - in Europe it's fairly common for students nowadays to do undegrad + postgrad degrees back to back. There's very few people with ... (read entire answer)

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Bad project at MBB

Failure MBB - new hire

Most recent answer on Aug 20, 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 Aug 15, 2021

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

Hey, Sorry to hear this. But to be honest, a lot of people face tough initial 6 months. My first 3 months in Consulting were a nightmare :). It all works out in the end. Don't generalise and don't question your life de ... (read entire answer)

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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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Best MBB for corporate strategy practice

Bain BCG Corporate Strategy corporatestrategy growth strategy MBB MBB - new hire MBB Consulting MBB firm McKinsey

Most recent answer on Apr 21, 2021

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Apr 21, 2021

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Hi there, There are strong differences even within the same company for different offices. In Italy for example some core sectors are: McKinsey: Financial institutions BCG: Industrial goods Bain: PE, Luxury ... (read entire answer)

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Got into Bain as a lateral hire. How should I prepare?

Bain Bain & Company experiecedhire Experienced Hire ExperiencedHire Lateral Hire MBB - new hire MBB firm

Most recent answer on Apr 14, 2021

gave the best answer on Apr 13, 2021

Hi there, Congratulations and well done! First: Read the 25 tips in my consulting handbook here: https://www.spencertom.com/2018/01/14/consulting-survival-guide/ ------------------------------------------------- ... (read entire answer)

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A month to my McKinsey start, what to buy in preparation

BCG BCG New Online Test MBB - new hire McKinsey New new graduates new hire New Joiner

Most recent answer on Feb 09, 2021

Florian

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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets

Florian

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gave the best answer on Feb 08, 2021

Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets

Hey there, If you are interested in physical things Business attire A proper suitcase Travel essentials If you are interested in preparing for your new role, I'd suggest the following: When I got the off ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 09, 2021 on Feb 09, 2021
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Start date in 4 weeks

Coronavirus covid19 MBB - new hire

Most recent answer on Mar 30, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Mar 30, 2020

Hey A, first of all my congatulations to the offer! No worries, rescinding the offer is very unlikely at this stage. What might happen is that they might ask you to start later during the year according to their stu ... (read entire answer)

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