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OW presentation (not case interview) in Round 2 for Experienced Hire

Analytical Skills Experienced Hire Oliver Wyman presentation
Most recent answer on Mar 12, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 12, 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 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 an exemplary case that can be used to practice such a presentation interview format. https://www.preplounge.com/de/case-sammlung/candidate-led-uebli ... (read entire answer)
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Salaries at OW in Riyadh

Implementation Oliver Wyman Oliver Wyman interview riyadh salary
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 31, 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
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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Ahmed, Management consulted tends to keep good track of this. In general, implementation pays ~20% less than strategy at the consultant level. Here's some interview reading: The Most Common Pitfalls in Case Interview ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Resume Review

Bain CV McKinsey needhelp Oliver Wyman Resume
Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 04, 2024) is from:
Pedro
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Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
Pedro
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gave the best answer on Mar 04, 2024
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
While it's difficult to advise you without knowing the details on what you actually did, let me suggest that you actually take TWO LINES for each bullet point. By the way, that is what I do in my own CV. The reason is s ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Final round advice at OW Dubai

Final Round Oliver Wyman Oliver Wyman interview
Most recent answer on Feb 27, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 27, 2024) 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 Feb 27, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Jad, Well done on getting to the final round. In terms of your questions: 1) Considering it's 30 mins only, I guess there is no case study? Not necessarily. You could have a short case as well. 2) Also, what type of ... (read entire answer)
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London Tier 2 vs Milan MBB (for PE later on)

London MBB Milan OC&C Oliver Wyman Private Equity strategy& tier2
Most recent answer on Feb 26, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 17, 2024) is from:
Yuval
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free 30 min consultation call | 1st try offer from BCG and McK | BCG Associate | 100+ hours of coaching sessions
Yuval
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gave the best answer on Jan 17, 2024
free 30 min consultation call | 1st try offer from BCG and McK | BCG Associate | 100+ hours of coaching sessions
First of all, congrats on getting your first offer, this seems like a great opportunity! In my opinion, your decision should obviously be driven by multiple criteria other than just the PE goal but leaving that aside I ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 26, 2024 on Feb 26, 2024
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Oliver Wyman Vs. Strategy&

Oliver Wyman PwC PwC Interview strategy&
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jun 11, 2020) 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
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gave the best answer on Jun 11, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Congrats on your offers. Some toughts: Prestige-like Oliver Wyman is a stronger brand. It also depends on the sub-segment where you want to specialize (e.g., they are super strong in banking) Pay-wise ... (read entire answer)
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Oliver Wyman vs Roland Berger

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Recent activity on Jan 31, 2024
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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 Jan 31, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offers! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would highly advise you to opt for the option that better aligns with your professional (and maybe even pe ... (read entire answer)
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Implementation Consulting Middle East

Implementation Mckinsey implementention Middle East Oliver Wyman Saudi Arabia UAE
Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 15, 2024) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Jan 15, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Great to see that you have clarity over what you want.  Going beyond this Q&A, my strong advice is for you to start networking with people who are actually in these firms, within the teams that you're interested in. ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 15, 2024 on Jan 15, 2024
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From PwC to MBB/Strategy Consulting?

Arthur D L ATKearney MBB Oliver Wyman Roland Berger Strategy Consultants strategy consulting
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 10, 2023) is from:
Lorenzo
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University of St.Gallen graduate | Learn to think like a Consultant | Personalized prep | CV review
Lorenzo
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gave the best answer on Dec 10, 2023
University of St.Gallen graduate | Learn to think like a Consultant | Personalized prep | CV review
Absolutely, it's worth exploring opportunities at MBB (McKinsey, BCG, Bain), Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, AT Kearney, and ADL (Arthur D. Little) even if you are 39. Age should not be a deterrent, and many consulting fir ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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How to start my preparation?

A.T. Kearney consulting EY-Parthenon Fresh Graduate Oliver Wyman
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
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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
Hi there, Since you're starting form 0, I highly recommend coaching. Here's some reading as well to help: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/pitfalls-case-interview-preparation
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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Post Interview Decision

Oliver Wyman
Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 29, 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
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gave the best answer on Mar 29, 2021
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! I can imagine how nervous you are :) I would follow up with HR, since it´s been enaugh time already -and they said they would touch base on Friday-. Furthermore, fingers crossed, no news is good news (par ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 30, 2023 on Nov 30, 2023
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Referrals for UK office and interview prep

ATKearney London MBB Oliver Wyman Roland Berger tier2 UK
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 19, 2020) 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 19, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, No coaches should be offering referrals as part of their services. Referrals come from contacts you've made who think you'd be a good fit for the company! they're not products to be sold. That being said ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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Management Consulting Firms & End-2-End Solutions

ATKearney Deloitte Monitor management consulting MBB Oliver Wyman Roland Berger strategy&
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 06, 2016
Well - that was generally the case and still often is, but also things have changed a bit. McKinsey, BCG and Bain have grown so large that they basically offer "everything" now, not just the strategy part, but in many ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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How to best make use of a buddy given to you before final round of interviews?

2ndround Bain BCG Case Buddy FIT InterviewPartner Oliver Wyman oliver wyman london
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 30, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Oct 30, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
That's a great opportunity indeed.  And I see there are a few amazing answers here already. But what I'd focus on is understanding exactly what this person did to be successful during their own interviews. How did they ... (read entire answer)
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From Tier 2 to Top Tier Consulting Firm

Application application process Bain Bain & Company BCG career progression Case Interview Change Career Change Firm Change Firms Change Job Experienced Hire Interview Lateral Hire MBB McKinsey MMB Oliver Wyman Roland Berger strategy& switch Top tier
Most recent answer on Oct 28, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 06, 2017
Hello, I have known several people who joined a BCG Paris after having work for a few years in other consulting firms (either top 20 or boutique/specialized) Evaluation criteria during cases interviews will remain rou ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 28, 2023 on Oct 28, 2023
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Signing bonus and relocation package

ATKearney dubai MBB Middle East Oliver Wyman strategy&
Most recent answer on Oct 16, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 16, 2023) is from:
Hani
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Senior Consultant and All-star Interviewer at OW | Ex-S& | 5+ years in the Middle East |300+ Interviews | INSEAD MBA
Hani
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gave the best answer on Oct 16, 2023
Senior Consultant and All-star Interviewer at OW | Ex-S& | 5+ years in the Middle East |300+ Interviews | INSEAD MBA
Hello there,Congratulations on your job offer! I just want to clarify that even though you are an MBA graduate if you are not a target school MBA (e.g., INSEAD, LBS, Ivy league schools in the US, etc.) the signing bonus ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 16, 2023 on Oct 16, 2023
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Can I apply to more than one Oliver Wyman office?

Oliver Wyman
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 26, 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 Sep 26, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) I have just submitted my OW London application, but want to apply to another office as well. Is that feasible or would it hurt my chances? If you didn’t have the option to select multiple offices, I would j ... (read entire answer)
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Oliver Wyman vs Capital One Strategy Entry-Level FT

Capital one full-time Oliver Wyman
Most recent answer on Aug 14, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 09, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 09, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! Both are great, especially if you are just entering the industry.  I personally would lean towards the former since it has more of an international network and brand.  If you're starting soon in consulting, th ... (read entire answer)
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GPA inclusion in application?

application process Oliver Wyman
Most recent answer on Aug 04, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 03, 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 Aug 03, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Should I put in my GPA or leave it empty?  Given the GPA you reported and the fact that it is optional, I would leave it empty – reporting a low GPA can just provide a disadvantage without advantages. To co ... (read entire answer)
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Formula Sheet for Oliver Wyman's Numerical Reasoning Test

formula numerical reasoning test Oliver Wyman Oliver Wyman numerical reasoning test
Most recent answer on Jul 27, 2023
The best answer (on Jun 21, 2018) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Jun 21, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, Basically, any entry-level GMAT book will contain all the formulas. Since for you it's more about the theory rather than questions, you don't even need to buy anything. You can just download any outdated GMAT book ... (read entire answer)
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