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I applied for the fellow position at McKinsey in march. I realized that there is a small error with a date for an internship (2024 instead of 2023). The application deadline is May 28th. Should I withdraw my application and do a new one with the updated CV?

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Kevin

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McKinsey | PhD in Biostats

Kevin

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McKinsey | PhD in Biostats

I wouldn't sweat too much about it – it's a small typo, and you still have over a month until the deadline. If you can withdraw your application and submit another one with the updated CV, you should do that. If you can ... (read entire answer)

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Math Error in McKinsey Round 2 first interview

Case Interview Math problem McKinsey & Company McKinsey Final Round Mistake

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Allen

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Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best

Allen

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Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best

Hi there, Great question with all the detail! I can confidently say that the reason she didn't point out the error is that overall you did very well and a little mistake here or there doesn't change the overall impr ... (read entire answer)

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Mistake in the hits?

Mistake O&C Case: Build-up of pharmaceutical company

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McKinsey | BCG | CERN| University of Cambridge

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McKinsey | BCG | CERN| University of Cambridge

Hi Domen, Yes, you are making a great point in pinpointing a confusing word on task 2 hints. Having "units" instead of "doses" would be most aligned with the calculation shown on the case, given that liquid and tablets ... (read entire answer)

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