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McKinsey Solve Will I get Redrock?

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Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 28, 2023) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Oct 28, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, It is extremely likely that you will get Redrock. That said, plant defence (in my opinion) is pretty easy. If you play a simulation (from MConsultingPrep) just a few times you'll be able to pass it easily (it' ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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Haven’t heard back from McKinsey screening stage

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Most recent answer on Oct 25, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 25, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 25, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
I wouldn't be too worried about it. Sometimes it takes a while.  I have a couple of candidates now interviewing for London who have applied this cycle and have already heard back with an invitation to the test.  Even so ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 25, 2023 on Oct 25, 2023
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Experience with McKinsey PST round?

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Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
The best answer (on May 24, 2017) is from:
Vlad
Expert
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
Expert
gave the best answer on May 24, 2017
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, I suggest the following: 1) Do 1 case from mck website in 60 min. Check your score. Target score is 22 out of 26 correct. If you do 17-18 correct you have great chances to improve in 3 days. If lower - reschedul ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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McKinsey Hierarchy: The Different Position Levels

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Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 23, 2019) is from:
Jacopo
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Project leader BCG, Bain and A.T. Kearney / 200+ real interviews
Jacopo
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gave the best answer on Aug 23, 2019
Project leader BCG, Bain and A.T. Kearney / 200+ real interviews
Hi, That is correct, the traditional track at McKinsey from bottom to top is Analyst>Associate>Engagement Manager>Associate Partner>Partner. Moving from one position to the next normally takes 1 to 3 years ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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Current MBB & Insead MBA apply for London office

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Most recent answer on Mar 30, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 29, 2023) is from:
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 Mar 29, 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, to my knowledge, the current tight economic situation has led to a recru ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 30, 2023 on Mar 30, 2023
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Mckinsey London - Is this a good sign?

McKinsey Mckinsey London recruiting
Most recent answer on Dec 20, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 15, 2022) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 15, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  It's both.  Consultants are encouraged by their offices to make these sort of efforts and reach out to prospective candidates. If they reached out to you first, it's a great opportunity. Try to connect with t ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 20, 2022 on Dec 20, 2022
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Mobility at Bain

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Most recent answer on Nov 19, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 17, 2022) 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 Nov 17, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Look, it's certainly not easy, but it is do-able. You're going to struggle to do it within just a year and in a direction that is hard (UK to India much easier than India to UK). Ultimately, timing + situation ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 19, 2022 on Nov 19, 2022
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Quitting investment banking for consulting (London). I need help.

Mckinsey London
Most recent answer on May 22, 2021
The best answer (on May 22, 2021) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on May 22, 2021
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Sorry to hear about your challenges. In terms of your questions: You can definitely move to MBB with 15 months of IB experience (I helped several people who did so), but you will probably get max 6-12 ... (read entire answer)
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on May 22, 2021 on May 22, 2021
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Application for McKinsey London office

Mckinsey London
Most recent answer on May 19, 2021
The best answer (on May 19, 2021) 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 19, 2021
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, I agree with Ian that would be more difficult to get an invitation for McK London and would be far more likely to get one for McK China with your background. One way to reach your goal could be to join McK C ... (read entire answer)
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on May 19, 2021 on May 19, 2021
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BA at McKinsey London

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Most recent answer on Apr 29, 2021
Anonymous asked on May 31, 2016
Anyone here that has interviewed/ will interview with McKinsey London? Would be glad to share experiences and possibly practice together! Got a final round in a few weeks. Cheers!
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on Apr 29, 2021 on Apr 29, 2021
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London MBB/tier2 consulting

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Most recent answer on Feb 22, 2021
The best answer (on Dec 23, 2020) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 23, 2020
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey, Ideally yes, if they plan well you should be staffed on roles suited to your skills. But this could change due to shift in client requirements, budget changes & other priorities etc. Be prepared to be staf ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 22, 2021 on Feb 22, 2021
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Experienced Hire Application MBB London vs Dubai during covid-19?

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Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 24, 2020) is from:
Adi
Expert
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 24, 2020
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey there, Let me challenge your thinking and approach here..sounds like you are doing well at Accenture and on track to get promoted in March. So why the need to change now and not next summer/later in 2021 when thin ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 30, 2020 on Dec 30, 2020
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Do all McKinsey offices use Imbellus?

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Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 17, 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 17, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Anonymous, Using software/gamification to streamline high-volume recruiting process will definitely increase and McKinsey's plan is as well to roll it out globally. I cannot comment on those 2 offices specifically ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 10, 2020 on Dec 10, 2020
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MBB London Office Screenings Requirements

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Most recent answer on Nov 24, 2020
The best answer (on Jan 13, 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 Jan 13, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! One step at a time, I would focus on CV and CL first, to ensure you pass the "first cut". Send over if you want. Cheers, Clara
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on Nov 24, 2020 on Nov 24, 2020
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McK London 2nd round

McKinsey Mckinsey London
Most recent answer on Nov 17, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 13, 2020) is from:
Ken
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Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
Ken
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 13, 2020
Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach
It's dependent on your individual performance unless you are "on the fence" where you will go through calibration based on relative scores.
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on Nov 17, 2020 on Nov 17, 2020
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Interview process and evaluation criteria London

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Most recent answer on Sep 02, 2020
The best answer (on Jul 01, 2019) is from:
Eugene
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Ex-BCG Project Leader, experienced coach, flexible - always there for frequent informal calls between sessions
Eugene
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 01, 2019
Ex-BCG Project Leader, experienced coach, flexible - always there for frequent informal calls between sessions
Hi Anonymous, BCG process: First round: Two interviews, standard fit+case Second round: Two interviews with more senior folks, fit+case but slightly less predictable Evaluation criteria (for cases): Cas ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 02, 2020 on Sep 02, 2020
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Common MBB London Exits

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Most recent answer on Jul 13, 2020
The best answer (on Jul 11, 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 Jul 11, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Anonymous, I like your thinking process to look at your longer-term goals well in advance of joining MBB and not loosing the big picture on your career - it's definitely something most candidates should do as well! ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 13, 2020 on Jul 13, 2020
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McKinsey London Summer Intern Applicants: Have you received online assessment (game) invitation?

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Most recent answer on Feb 01, 2020
The best answer (on Feb 01, 2020) is from:
Daniel
Expert
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 01, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Just reach out to HR to ask when will you get it
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on Feb 01, 2020 on Feb 01, 2020
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Mckinsey London Referral Bonus

Mckinsey London
Recent activity on Mar 10, 2018
Anonymous gave the best answer on Mar 10, 2018
Usually in Europe, a successful referral is compensated in low thousands euro/pound. This assuming your name was not already in a "target list" from consulancy (e.g. if you are at LBS, you do not qualify as a referral) ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 10, 2018 on Mar 10, 2018
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Please estimate the value of a golf course?

Mckinsey London
Recent activity on Feb 10, 2018
The best answer (on Feb 05, 2018) is from:
Vlad
Expert
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 05, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, In addition to what Bruno said, think about other ways to estimate the value: NPV of all the existing revenue streams that the company has Valuation using the comparable golf courses Valuation using the co ... (read entire answer)
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