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Roland Berger Middle East

Middle East Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Mar 13, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 23, 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 Feb 23, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on making it to the final round of the interview process! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 13, 2024 on Mar 13, 2024
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Partner Round - Experienced Hire | ME

Big 4 Middle East
Most recent answer on Mar 13, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 12, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Mar 12, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Lots of questions.  Let me take them one by one.  1. He asked me why i didn't have any certifications in data so far with 19 yrs of experience ? would this have an impact on the final decision or what? Not necessarily. ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 13, 2024 on Mar 13, 2024
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Seeking Advice on Career Path

europe MBA MBB Middle East tier1
Most recent answer on Mar 09, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 08, 2024) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
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gave the best answer on Mar 08, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, if you want to pursue a career in consulting, then gaining experience in “niche consulting” is still better than no consulting experience. Of course you shouldn't linger at this firm for too long if your ambit ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 09, 2024 on Mar 09, 2024
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Kearney Final Round - Business Analyst (Last two interviews)

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney business analyst Middle East
Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2024) is from:
Edoardo
Expert
Bain & Co | PE & VC | I helped 50+ professionals to break into consulting and reason on their next career steps!
Edoardo
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024
Bain & Co | PE & VC | I helped 50+ professionals to break into consulting and reason on their next career steps!
Hi! First of all congrats on this, I fear you might have been underestimating yourself a bit :) Your experience is interesting and I heard of this before - take it with a grain of salt, it can happen, but I’d focus on w ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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Kearney Middle East Office Evaluations

ATKearney doha dubai Middle East Qatar riyadh Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates
Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 05, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 05, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! I've worked with multiple candidates for Kearney ME offices and one of my candidates got an offer last week for Riyadh (so I can confirm they're actively hiring).  All the candidates that I've worked with who ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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ME first round market sizing case

1st round Bain & Company Market sizing MBB Middle East
Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 03, 2024) 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 Feb 03, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, You'll learn a lot more from this by trying it out yourself first! Why don't you post your approach here and we can provide commentary? Hint: This is a bottom-up market sizing (think about how much you could m ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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Anybody familiar with the Whiteshield hiring process?

Middle East Public policy Whiteshield Advisory Case: Regulating Artificial Intelligence in the GCC
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 04, 2024) 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 Feb 04, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I actually haven't heard of them but did some quick digging. Now, #1 thing is to double-check with the recruiter what to expect (e.g. case, written case, etc.). Assuming there is a case, you can be fairly cert ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Simon-Kucher online test - Middle East

Middle East Online Tests Simon-Kucher
Most recent answer on Mar 04, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 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 Apr 11, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation from Simon-Kucher! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: Even though I am qu ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 04, 2024 on Mar 04, 2024
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Intriguing Sitt

Big 4 Middle East
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 07, 2024) 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 Feb 07, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Super frustrating indeed. However, that is also life. I highly highly recommend you keep networking with and applying to dozens of other firms. Never put all your hopes on one (especially this one, given the s ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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McKinsey, BCG Middle East No Response After 5 weeks

BCG Hiring freeze McKinsey Middle East waiting period
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 08, 2024) is from:
Adrien
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Ex-McKinsey interviewer & Senior Consultant | Harvard MBA
Adrien
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 08, 2024
Ex-McKinsey interviewer & Senior Consultant | Harvard MBA
Hi, It's been pretty common to see response time averaging 6 - 8 weeks across many MBB offices for the past few months, due the hiring slowdown as HR departments frequently re-evaluate their hiring depending on context ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Chat About Consulting Opportunities in Dubai/Abu Dhabi/Doha

AT Kearney ATKearney BCG McKinsey and Bain dubai Energy MBB McKinsey Middle East oliverwyman
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 12, 2024) 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 Feb 12, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Appreciate the Q&A but definitely adjust your approach to networking! You should be reaching out to people on LinkedIn. Importantly, try to re-frame your wording from “expectations” of people helping, as i ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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EY or Strategy& middle east? Which firm is better?

2-tier Accenture Accenture Strategy Online test ATKearney BCG McKinsey and Bain Job offer MBB Middle East Multiple offers
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 17, 2024) 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 17, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Congrats on both offers! Also, thank you for being someone who considers which job to take after those firms have actually decided they want you :P Within the middle east itself, Strategy& is going to be t ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Repeated Partner No-Show

Big 4 Middle East
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 16, 2024) 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 16, 2024
#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 negative experience with that firm! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, such delays and rescheduling, especially at the partner le ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Optimal Consulting Recruiting Strategy Starting in March

Bain & Company BCG MBB Mentorship Middle East strategy&
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 16, 2024) 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 16, 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 important to recognize that starting your preparation in March puts you at a unique position. While you may miss out on traditional c ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Bain Nordics vs Middle East

Bain & Company Middle East nordic recruiting
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 19, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 19, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! Happy to provide a perspective.  1 - which office. Always go for an office where you can demonstrate a link. If you have no connection to ME (nationality, having lived there, worked there, having family there ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Bain - Summer Intern/Asscociate - Middle East - HIRING PROCESS

Bain & Company Middle East recruiting
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 20, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 20, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi Zhan! Sorry to hear about the wait.  I have candidates who are applying in the ME, and they heard back much earlier from their applications.  7 weeks is definitely too long.  If you haven't heard back yet, even after ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Middle East MBB Hiring

Australia Bain middle east bcg Dubai MBB mckinsey australia Mckinsey middle east Middle East
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2021) is from:
Gaurav
Expert
Ex-Mckinsey|Certified Career Coach |Placed 500+ candidates at MBB & other consultancies
Gaurav
Expert
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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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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MBB Dubai vs Amsterdam vs Copenhagen

amsterdam location MBB Middle East western europe
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
For anybody looking into applying to a different location than where they are originally from, make sure that you have some connection with the office where you are applying.  That means that you either studied there or ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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How to prepare for the next rounds? Kearney - Middle East

Advice ATKearney business analyst First Round Middle East review
Most recent answer on Jan 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 24, 2024) is from:
Brad
Expert
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 24, 2024
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Hi there,   There’s a lot to like here: (i) you got through the case, (ii) you handled lots of parts well and (iii) you recognised areas to improve.   The interview is over so you’re in the hands of the gods now. Regard ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 26, 2024 on Jan 26, 2024
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BCG Final Round Decision

BCG BCGDubai Middle East
Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 02, 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 02, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offer and on conducting all interview rounds with BCG! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts o ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 18, 2024 on Jan 18, 2024
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