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Reapply?

McKinsey & Company Reapply mckinsey

Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on May 10, 2023

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Hi there, Sorry to hear about the rejection. In terms of your questions: 1) I am planning to start practicing again from now and reapply in 6 months, but I am wondering if I should actually wait longer? No need to wait ... (read entire answer)

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on Jun 30, 2023 on Jun 30, 2023
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Rejected at McK but still my target - my strategy

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Lucie

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10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader

Lucie

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gave the best answer on Nov 22, 2022

10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader

Hi there, sorry to hear about the rejection, I imagine the dissapointment. On the other hand McK really like you, they came after you meaning you pass the slimmest chance step of the recruiting of CV review (approx. ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 22, 2022 on Nov 22, 2022
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Experienced Hire woes

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Most recent answer on Apr 25, 2022

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Apr 22, 2022

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Hi there, Sorry to hear about the McK rejection. In terms of your questions: 1) Without an Imbellus test invite, can I apply to other McK offices without prejudice? The ban in theory is global. You may try to find a re ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 25, 2022 on Apr 25, 2022
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McKinsey and BCG recruiting after failure

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Question edited on Sep 05, 2021

Sidi

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McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers

Sidi

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gave the best answer on Jun 11, 2018

McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers

Hi Anonymous, first of all - you should put strong effort in addressing your weak point in these analytical tests! There is no point in pushing for a second invitation if you don't increase your performance to the req ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 05, 2021 on Sep 05, 2021
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Reapplying McKinsey after Declining Job Offer

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Most recent answer on Aug 25, 2021

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 Aug 25, 2021

Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets

Hey there, As far as I know, this is different than a ban period after a failed application and there should not be any issues with applying again (provided you declined the offer on good terms). I would reach out to HR ... (read entire answer)

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Reapplying to MBB: 2 short-term jobs or 1 year-long?

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Most recent answer on May 27, 2021

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No doubt here, in my opinion. You should go for the 9 month internship. In a 9 month internship, as you mention, you have the opportunity to take on more responsibility. You spend the first few months learning the rop ... (read entire answer)

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Can I reapply?

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Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2021

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 Jan 15, 2021

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, If you got a rejection - this means you can't reapply. I would recommend reaching out to the recruiter to check the exact timeline for than ban. Can be anything from 12 to 24 months Best

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McKinsey reapply timing

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Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2020

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jan 27, 2019

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Hi Anonymous, the standard ban at McKinsey is 2 years; according to your performance, as for BCG, they may reduce the period to 1 year or 6 months. If that’s the case, the interviewer/HR will normally let you know the ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 30, 2020 on Nov 30, 2020
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Prolonged ban period

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Most recent answer on Nov 12, 2020

gave the best answer on Aug 11, 2020

Hi there, Don't worry, you are safe! You can re-apply in September. However, in order to not miss your shot again, you need to ask yourself the following: 1) Have you gained more experience? 2) Have your showed ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 12, 2020 on Nov 12, 2020
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Reapplying to MBB

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Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2020

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 Oct 31, 2020

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! Before applying to something that appeals you less in terms of location -and probably has a lower link to you and hence does not strenghten your story-, is better to follow up direcly. You could: Email HR ... (read entire answer)

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Apply for MBB office of another country after rejection in the US?

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Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2020

Antonello

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McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Antonello

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gave the best answer on Aug 31, 2020

McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Hi, I confirm that unfortunately, the blacklist is worldwide Best, Antonello

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on Aug 31, 2020 on Aug 31, 2020
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McK/BCG reapplication with an ongoing MBA during COVID situation?

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Most recent answer on May 01, 2020

Luca

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BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached

Luca

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gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2020

BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached

Hello, Before re-applying I would suggest to contact a person from the office (an HR or a consultant) to ask if they have stopped the recruiting process. If you don't have this possibility I would suggest to apply any ... (read entire answer)

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on May 01, 2020 on May 01, 2020
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