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Roland Berger Final Round

Bain BCG Mck RolandBerger
Most recent answer on Mar 12, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 12, 2024) is from:
Dennis
Expert
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 12, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, in addition to all the comments and explanations, find below a few practice cases that are representative of the Roland Berger style across various interview rounds: https://www.preplounge.com/de/case-sammlung ... (read entire answer)
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I AM SCHEDULED FOR A COFFE CHAT, PLEASE WHAT KIND OF QUESTIONS DO I EXPECT?

Bain Bain & Company BCG BCGDubai chat coffee Coffee Chat consulting Fresh Graduate Interview last round MBB Mck McKinsey McKinsey & Company networking oliverwyman Recruiter Referral
Most recent answer on Nov 10, 2023
The best answer (on Jun 30, 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 Jun 30, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I'm sorry but I'm going to have to disagree with the other consultants here. Not only have I run the analytics around how important networking is (it's important), but missing a company-sponsored coffee ch ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 10, 2023 on Nov 10, 2023
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My friend sent me this,is this true?what about e&y,KPMG,PWC, Accenture and strategy?

1st round Bain BCG case partners Mck needed partner
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Nov 16, 2020) is from:
Clara
Expert
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 Nov 16, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! TBH, it is very hard for me to believe this ever happened in MBB -or, also, that this is the whole story-. Interviewers are trained, coached, shadowed... all to get the people ready to be good, fair and valu ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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Mckinsey Diversity and Inclusion Zoom meeting invitation. How to interpret it?

Actively preparing for Mckinsey & AT Kearney Bain BCG Digital McKinsey Mck McKinsey needhelp recruiting event recruiting season RolandBerger
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 31, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 31, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Adding here a resource for any candidates who are looking into the diversity topic. This is based on an interview conducted with an MBB Partner.  Hope you will find it helpful: Expert Guide: How Are Diversity Initiative ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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Informational Interview Winning Strategy/Diversity/Research

Bain BCG Mck McKinsey casing summer internship RolandBerger
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 18, 2020) is from:
Robert
Expert
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Robert
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 18, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Anonymous, Unfortunately there is no single bullet-proof way to ensure any reply. However, without understand the global big picture of your profile it's hard to comment - but based on your description it looks lik ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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Take time (Chart Interpretation, Brainstorming Q and recommendation)

Bain BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain MBB Mck
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 26, 2021) is from:
Ken
Expert
Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
Ken
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 26, 2021
Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
1. It's always appropriate to ask for time if it benefits you. The case interview is not an assessement of how quickly you can finish the case 2. At the start, taking 2-5 mins is completely ok but as you progress thro ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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BCG Fit interview: how long the answers have to be on average? Shall shall I prepare for it?

Bain BCG bcgtest Mck RolandBerger
Most recent answer on Oct 12, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 12, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 12, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Sharing my perspective having been an interviewer for BCG for 5 years. Generally, try to keep your story to about ~3mins Follow a clear structure (many out there, pick one that you feel comfortable with) Be prepared ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 12, 2023 on Oct 12, 2023
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What is the difference between McK, BCG and Bain – so called “MBB” firms?

Bain Bain & Company BCG company culture corporate culture MBB Mck McKinsey office culture RolandBerger working culture
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on May 24, 2016
For perspective, I worked 5.5 years at BCG in Germany and Japan, and did projects all over the globe. I have multiple friends at both McK and Bain. The following are my personal views, and your statement "from different ... (read entire answer)
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181
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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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McKinsey Digital Assessment

Digital McKinsey MBB Mck McKinsey Assessment
Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 29, 2020) 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 Sep 29, 2020
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Sally, This is probably too late for you, but hopefully useful for someone else. I did an in-depth study on the Imbellus. Most of the comments I found online are something like this: You cannot prepare – it t ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 30, 2023 on Jun 30, 2023
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Mckinsey recruitment

Interview McKinsey Mck
Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2023
The best answer (on May 17, 2023) is from:
Sofia
Expert
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
Expert
gave the best answer on May 17, 2023
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello, How long has it been since you submitted the application? If it's been less than 3-4 weeks since you applied, I would recommend just being patient for now: they receive a lot of applications, and going through al ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 30, 2023 on Jun 30, 2023
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McK pre-MBA coffee chat

Coffee Chat Interview McKinsey Mck
Most recent answer on Jun 27, 2023
The best answer (on Jun 19, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Jun 19, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  Great question! I wrote an article just for that (as if I knew that one day, someone, will ask just this :) ): Your Guide to Consulting Coffee Chats Allow me to also answer your questions directly: 1) what is ... (read entire answer)
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34
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on Jun 27, 2023 on Jun 27, 2023
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Mckinsey Solve - Result

Mck Online Assessment PSG
Most recent answer on Jun 08, 2023
The best answer (on Jun 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 Jun 08, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Naeem, Q: One and a half years ago I completed PSG but didn't get the result of the game rather a general rejection against the position. Is that the norm? Sometimes they provide the score / confirmation you did not ... (read entire answer)
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41
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on Jun 08, 2023 on Jun 08, 2023
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McK test feedback

Mck
Most recent answer on May 26, 2023
The best answer (on May 22, 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 May 22, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, I agree that the time management part is probably the trickiest part of the Redrock – that's why most candidates cannot complete the 10 final cases. In terms of your question: Q: How much time does McK take to ... (read entire answer)
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on May 26, 2023 on May 26, 2023
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HBS MBA and McK and BCG pre-MBA programs

BCG harvard MBA Mck
Recent activity on Apr 30, 2023
The best answer (on Apr 30, 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 Apr 30, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, 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 all, I would highly advise you not to worry since applications for recruiting ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 30, 2023 on Apr 30, 2023
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Mckinsey ME Offices

Mck
Most recent answer on Mar 16, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 15, 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 15, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about your rejection for McKinsey Middle East! 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 ... (read entire answer)
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51
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on Mar 16, 2023 on Mar 16, 2023
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McKinsey Ban Period | Referral

MBB Mck McKinsey McKinsey & Company
Most recent answer on Mar 09, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 07, 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 Mar 07, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) Can I already apply now, given that I have another MBB internship I'll be doing on my CV, or should I wait for the full ban period (12 months) to pass? I would disclose the previous rejection to the person ... (read entire answer)
5
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46
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on Mar 09, 2023 on Mar 09, 2023
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Management consulting firms in the MENA region: what is the difference

BCGDubai dubai Mck strategy& ME
Most recent answer on Feb 13, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 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 Feb 11, 2023
#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 it: I would highly advise you to reconsider the priority of trying to compare these factors, as most of them tend to be similar depending of the location (i.e., Dubai), ... (read entire answer)
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15
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on Feb 13, 2023 on Feb 13, 2023
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I was asked to leave the firm, can i go back

BCG Case Interview BCG McKinsey and Bain casing MBB Mck offer training
Most recent answer on Feb 09, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 08, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 08, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hello, Sorry to hear about that experience. If you were asked to leave because of ethical or legal reasons, then you will not be able to join back the firm. If you were asked to leave because of performance issues, I hi ... (read entire answer)
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49
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on Feb 09, 2023 on Feb 09, 2023
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Consulting interview

Bain BCG Mck Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Feb 07, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 06, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 06, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, I think you are conflating 2 different issues, based on how you've written your question. Organizing your interview schedule does not equate to having a strong application and excellent core skills (which is what wi ... (read entire answer)
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55
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on Feb 07, 2023 on Feb 07, 2023
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How to covert MBB internship into full-time offer?list some important points.

2ndround Bain BCG case partners casepartnerswanted InterviewPartner Mck
Most recent answer on Jan 07, 2023
Anonymous B gave the best answer on Oct 30, 2020
Why dont you list some for yourself? You can use the word "please"
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on Jan 07, 2023 on Jan 07, 2023
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