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Mckinsey Case interviews

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Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 19, 2024) is from:
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 19, 2024
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hi there, You can find more information about McKinsey interviews here based on the articles I wrote for PrepLounge (not sure who Eric is?) McKinsey Case Interview Personal Experience Interview What is important to know ... (read entire answer)
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Middle East MBB Hiring

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Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2021) is from:
Gaurav
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Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Gaurav
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gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2021
Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Hi there! In this case I’d recommend to focus on the Middle East. Why? Because applying for jobs in consulting internationally is always a challenge. It’s not only important to a bunch of demanded skills, including l ... (read entire answer)
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consulting firms Middle East

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Most recent answer on Dec 16, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 08, 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 Dec 08, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, The short answer is, yes, it's entirely do-able. Now, the more his profile “makes sense”, the better his chances. Networking will be critical as well. Please also remember that flat odds are 5%. Make sure to n ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 16, 2023 on Dec 16, 2023
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Mckinsey Frezee Period

MBB Mckinsey middle east McKinsey Referral
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 01, 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 01, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Freeze period is about a year and it's quite hard to get around (save for, perhaps, a partner referral)
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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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
The best answer (on May 01, 2023) 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 01, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 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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BCG and Mckinsey Middle East Application Process

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Most recent answer on Aug 20, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 18, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Aug 18, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! Sure - happy to help. About a third of my candidates are applying and interviewing in the Middle East.  Let me take your questions one by one: Does anyone have insight into the application process for entry-le ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 20, 2023 on Aug 20, 2023
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McKinsey Middle East

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Most recent answer on Aug 04, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 03, 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 Aug 03, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I would not “assume” rejection just yet. But I would also not assume acceptance. What I mean is, your application is always going to have low odds. As such, please make sure to not put your thinking/effort int ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 04, 2023 on Aug 04, 2023
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McKinsey Dubai - BA application no response

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Most recent answer on Jan 30, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 24, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Jan 24, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  It's all a bit of a mess now at the start of the year. The economic situation also doesn't help. Contact the AP and tell them your situation. They might reach out on your behalf to clarify things. Best, Crist ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 30, 2023 on Jan 30, 2023
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McKinsey Middle East - switching from Doha to UAE office?

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Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 06, 2022) 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 Dec 06, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the McKinsey offer! In terms of your question: Q: Any suggestions on how to negotiate an office transfer to either Dubai or Abu Dhabi would be appreciated I recently coached a candidate who ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 10, 2022 on Dec 10, 2022
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McKinsey Middle East: salaries for BA to Associates?

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Most recent answer on Dec 06, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 05, 2022) 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 05, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Management consulted says it's $25K USD base, but I think this is a mistake.  One of my candidates who got BCG Dubai received $92k base and $3k (for entry level). For the Consultant level, recent candidates of ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 06, 2022 on Dec 06, 2022
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McKinsey Background Check

Mckinsey middle east
Most recent answer on Nov 13, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 09, 2022) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 09, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  Happy to take the questions one by one.  1- How is the background check of employment conducted? through phone calls? Mostly, yes. In very few cases will they actually hire an external background check agency ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 13, 2022 on Nov 13, 2022
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Mckinsey Final Round Results

Mckinsey middle east
Most recent answer on Oct 23, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 13, 2022) 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 Oct 13, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: I've had my final round interviews with McKinsey Middle East almost 2 weeks ago, and still no reply yet regarding the outcome. Is this normal? Two weeks is not common at MBB. McKinsey in particular is usual ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 23, 2022 on Oct 23, 2022
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Is practicing a case/day for 3 weeks enough for MBB interviews?

First Time Case Interview! Help Appreciated! McKinsey & Company Mckinsey middle east
Most recent answer on Sep 28, 2022
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 21, 2022
Hi there, my thoughts on your journey - it seems to be much too crowded. Do not forget preparation to a MBB interview is more than excelling on case, you at least need some time to reflect on your personal motivation (f ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 28, 2022 on Sep 28, 2022
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Mckinsey Middle East - Business Analyst (Pay)

McKinsey & Company Mckinsey middle east
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 13, 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 Jan 13, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I don't have the exact pay for Riyadh McK BA pay, however I do know that Bain Dubai pays around $85k. MBB and the ME are normally comparable in pay so I would be surprised if McK Riyadh was outside the $80k-$9 ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2022 on Mar 05, 2022
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McKinsey Dubai Application

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Recent activity on Jul 02, 2021
The best answer (on Jul 02, 2021) is from:
Henning
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Bain | passed >15 MBB interviews as a candidate
Henning
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 02, 2021
Bain | passed >15 MBB interviews as a candidate
Happy to help, if you could specific the question. Are you asking about the process?
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on Jul 02, 2021 on Jul 02, 2021
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Experience interviewing for Partner role at MCK Dubai

dubai McKinsey & Company Mckinsey middle east Middle East partner
Most recent answer on Jun 09, 2021
The best answer (on Jun 09, 2021) is from:
Florian
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Florian
Expert
gave the best answer on Jun 09, 2021
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hey there, The focus in your interviews for this round is specifically on your Personal Experience (PEI Interviews with some twists and turns) Contacts and network, basically, the value you can bring to the firm ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 09, 2021 on Jun 09, 2021
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Entry-level salaries MBB and Tier 2 Dubai

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Most recent answer on Apr 29, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 15, 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 Apr 15, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Here are some resources for you :) https://managementconsulted.com/consultant-salary/ https://www.glassdoor.co.nz/Reviews/JLL-Dubai-Reviews-EI_IE5779.0,3_IL.4,9_IM954.htm?countryRedirect=true https:/ ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 29, 2021 on Apr 29, 2021
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Imbellus Results

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Most recent answer on Apr 01, 2021
The best answer (on Mar 23, 2021) is from:
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 Mar 23, 2021
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! 2 weeks is over the "normal" threshold so you did well in following up with HR. Wait a week, and follow up again -by phone if needed, they will sit in the central office, for which the phone can always be fo ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 01, 2021 on Apr 01, 2021
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McKinsey Middle East MBA Internship - Visa Requirements

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Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 28, 2019) is from:
Deniz
Expert
5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call
Deniz
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2019
5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call
Hi, While I am not 100% knowledgeable about McK, when I was at BCG, I worked in Riyadh on a work visa, which had a very tedious process to obtain. I suppose this should be applicable to the other offices as well. Be ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2020 on Dec 31, 2020
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Do McKinsey hire interns in the Middle East ?

Mckinsey middle east
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 29, 2020) is from:
Gaurav
Expert
Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Gaurav
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 29, 2020
Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Hi there! You can contact them directly https://www.mckinsey.com/middle-east/contact-us Hope this helps. Do you need any further help? GB
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