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Already Have An Associate's Referral, Should I try for a Partner's Referral?

Bain & Company BCG MBB McKinsey Referral Referral program at MBB referrals
Most recent answer on Jul 21, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 13, 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 Jul 13, 2023
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Hi there, Q: I was wondering if I should try to get one from a Partner or someone more senior instead? If you can get a partner referral definitely go for that, it will increase the chances to get an interview. If you d ... (read entire answer)
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Resume screen rejection despite partner referral (McKinsey)

McKinsey partner Referral program at MBB Resume
Most recent answer on Jun 06, 2023
The best answer (on May 14, 2022) is from:
Lucie
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10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader
Lucie
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gave the best answer on May 14, 2022
10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader
Hi there,  sorry to hear about your rejection.  Referrals help to get your CV checked by someone beyond junior HR, however, they dont allow to skip any step. I would assume your CV wasn't appealing enough - the CV scree ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 06, 2023 on Jun 06, 2023
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MBB Middle East Referral - how important is the level?

Application MBB Middle East Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 18, 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 Jan 18, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: The level of the person referring you is important, as referrals from more senior peop ... (read entire answer)
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Referral for MBB

Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Jul 23, 2022
The best answer (on Jul 08, 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
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gave the best answer on Jul 08, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Primary goal: Get a referral Secondary goal: Get the highest referral possible It's really that simple :)
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on Jul 23, 2022 on Jul 23, 2022
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McK Referral - Next steps for preparation?

preparation recruiting Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Jan 10, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 07, 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
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gave the best answer on Jan 07, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hey Kyle! First, have a read here for the mindset you need to have coming into this: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/how-to-shift-your-mindset-to-ace-the-case Now, you're going to get some very drawn out answers ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 10, 2022 on Jan 10, 2022
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Do most MBB candidates who get invited for an interview apply via referral?

MBB Recruiter Referral Referral program at MBB referrals
Question edited on Sep 05, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 05, 2021) is from:
Marco-Alexander
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Former BCG | Case author for efellows book | Experience in 6 consultancies (Stern Stewart, Capgemini, KPMG, VW Con., Hor
Marco-Alexander
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gave the best answer on Sep 05, 2021
Former BCG | Case author for efellows book | Experience in 6 consultancies (Stern Stewart, Capgemini, KPMG, VW Con., Hor
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on Sep 05, 2021 on Sep 05, 2021
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Referral Question

Referral Referral program at MBB referrals
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 28, 2021) is from:
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 28, 2021
McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching
Hi, I would not ask for it explicitly but simply talking about how serious you are about her firm and that you are applying right now for it Best,Antonello
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Do you get an email after being referred by a Bainie?

Bain Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Feb 18, 2021
The best answer (on Feb 17, 2021) is from:
Torben
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Volkswagen Consulting| Your Automotive and Mobility Expert | Inhouse Consulting | China
Torben
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 17, 2021
Volkswagen Consulting| Your Automotive and Mobility Expert | Inhouse Consulting | China
No, you will not hear from Bain until they made a decision on your application. The Baine who referred you though will have to answer a set of questions about you internally (how they got to know you, what they value ab ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 18, 2021 on Feb 18, 2021
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Consulting firm referral strategy

Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2021
The best answer (on Feb 13, 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 Feb 13, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! To your points: You only need 1 referral per MBB firm -as you said, you don´t wan to generate friction in case of a referral bonus-. Precisely for this is best to ensure that you get the know the person ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2021 on Jan 31, 2021
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Rejected 2 years Ago. Referral Possible?

Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2020
The best answer (on Dec 02, 2020) is from:
Pedro
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30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 02, 2020
30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
The rule is that after 12 months you can reapply. If you are applying to a large office, this holds true. If it is a smaller one, not as much, as the interviewers may remember you and (unless you were an "almost") would ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 30, 2020 on Dec 30, 2020
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Asking for a referral

Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Nov 11, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 08, 2020) 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 Nov 08, 2020
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, To find a referral, you should follow 3 steps: Identify the people that can help you Write them a customized email Have a call and indirectly ask for a referral As general tips: Don’t use Link ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 11, 2020 on Nov 11, 2020
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Referral program at MBB

Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Jul 13, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 22, 2019
Here are my very simple answers: 1- There is a system to refer people or at least referral email address 2- One potentially can have a higher chance to get an interview invitation with a referral. After this point, th ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 13, 2020 on Jul 13, 2020
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Referral system at MBB

Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on Jun 05, 2020
The best answer (on Jun 03, 2020) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jun 03, 2020
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, The short answer is yes - anyone can refer you. There are certain criteria for the referral: The consultant makes you a reference in the system and uploads your resume. Usually, he has to indicate why he th ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 05, 2020 on Jun 05, 2020
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How to get referral for MBB, when you have no connection in the company?

Referral Referral program at MBB
Most recent answer on May 31, 2020
The best answer (on May 30, 2020) 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 May 30, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, 1) LinkedIn - Reach to 2nd degree connections, alumni etc. 2) HR - Speak to HR at the offices you're interested in Some general rules: 1) Never ask for a referral upfront - it's rude. If they were inte ... (read entire answer)
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on May 31, 2020 on May 31, 2020
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Referral Process at Bain

Referral program at MBB
Recent activity on May 16, 2019
The best answer (on May 16, 2019) is from:
Axel
Expert
Bain Consultant | Interviewer for 3 years at Bain |Passionate about coaching |I will make you a case interview Rockstar
Axel
Expert
gave the best answer on May 16, 2019
Bain Consultant | Interviewer for 3 years at Bain |Passionate about coaching |I will make you a case interview Rockstar
This depends on the office and the level you are applying at. For AC level there is no official referral program and you will be screened like everyone else in most offices. For experienced hires HR should just reach ou ... (read entire answer)
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