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Roland Berger first round. Some feedbacks? Thank you.

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Most recent answer on Mar 13, 2024
The best answer (on May 05, 2021) 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 May 05, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Jean-Philippe, This is a great case/interview lesson in being objective-driven and concise :) What, exactly, are you looking for? Is your objective to understand what the 1st round was like in terms of format? Or ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger Interview Process

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Most recent answer on Mar 12, 2024
Anonymous B gave the best answer on Mar 01, 2016
I found two main differences between the interviews at RB and AT Kearney/BCG: 1.: RB makes you do a computer-based test (numerical, verbal, figurative), so a classic IQ/GMAT test. You need to reach a certain score the ... (read entire answer)
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From PwC to MBB/Strategy Consulting?

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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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Roland Berger Final Interview Riyadh Office

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Most recent answer on Nov 02, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 12, 2023) is from:
Francesca
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Former Bain | Landed Bain & BCG offers | Bocconi & CEMS Alumna | Free introductory meeting & prep material
Francesca
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gave the best answer on Sep 12, 2023
Former Bain | Landed Bain & BCG offers | Bocconi & CEMS Alumna | Free introductory meeting & prep material
Hi there! Super congrats on passing your first rounds! Now head down to the final one, I am sure you can do it if you put the right effort into it.  “I asked a couple of colleagues who passed the interview and all of th ... (read entire answer)
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Why Roland Berger

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Most recent answer on Jan 30, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 21, 2023) is from:
Alessandro
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Currently Morgan Stanley M&A | Former Oliver Wyman | MBA at London Business School | PIPE expert
Alessandro
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gave the best answer on Jan 21, 2023
Currently Morgan Stanley M&A | Former Oliver Wyman | MBA at London Business School | PIPE expert
Hi There! Congrats on your interview invite. As a former RB employee, I can mention the following points. 1) They are particularly proud of being the only large consulting firm with European heritage.  More specifically ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger Germany Final Round but not with partner

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Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 27, 2022) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Oct 27, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  Congrats on progressing to the final round! First of all, don't read too much into it. It literally means that there were no other Partners available for the interview and as a consequence they assigned a sen ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger Online Assessment

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Most recent answer on Jul 31, 2022
The best answer (on Jul 28, 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 28, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Honestly, all of these online tests are very similar Format? Somewhat. Content and what's required from you ability-wise? Not at all. The best way is to really find online tests / questions and practice. Regardless as t ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger ME - Partner Interview

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Recent activity on Jun 27, 2022
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Ashwin
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Ex Consulting Director | Bain and company , Deloitte| INSEAD
Ashwin
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gave the best answer on Jun 26, 2022
Ex Consulting Director | Bain and company , Deloitte| INSEAD
Difficult to predict, partners are quite senior and have been doing this for long so they may not follow a traditional approach but they are still testing you for your structuring skills and problem solving skills. Woul ... (read entire answer)
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Is there any chance for a Contractor to become a Consultant?

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Most recent answer on Jan 12, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 11, 2022) 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 Jan 11, 2022
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
If you perform well, and if they still need people, why don't see why it wouldn't work.On the other hand, it doesn't make sense: they don't think you're good enough to work there, but then they think you're good enough… ... (read entire answer)
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Interview Call with Tier 2 Senior Expert

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Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 05, 2020) is from:
Udayan
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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
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gave the best answer on Aug 05, 2020
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Definitely agree with the previous comment about asking HR more details about the call. Specifically you want to know whether this is an interview (always treat any call as an interview) and what type of questions you c ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger's London office

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Most recent answer on Sep 14, 2021
The best answer (on Sep 12, 2021) 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 Sep 12, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I'm a bit concerned that you had a full call/conversation with an RB consultant but didn't get that information! Reflect a bit on why and how you could drive the next call better to get this answer! As RB them ... (read entire answer)
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1st round RB, any examples of cases? how much difficult? Are the cases depending on the practice of the interviwer?

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Most recent answer on Mar 31, 2021
The best answer (on Mar 29, 2021) 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 Mar 29, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, The main thing I'd like to flag to you is try not to predict interviews. Rather, be prepared for and practice for anything! This way, you won't be caught off gaurd when you're suprised. Practice being surpri ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger - TalentQ Elements Assessment

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Most recent answer on Jul 10, 2020
The best answer (on Nov 05, 2020) is from:
Alexander
Alexander gave the best answer on Nov 05, 2020
Hello Anonymous, I took that test at the end of last year and I don't think that it has changed since. The test is an adaptive test, and if you answer a set of questions correctly, the next step will be harder. As s ... (read entire answer)
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Image of Roland Berger in consulting/post consulting industry?

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Recent activity on Nov 25, 2018
The best answer (on Oct 31, 2018) is from:
Guennael
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Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
Guennael
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gave the best answer on Oct 31, 2018
Ex-MBB, Experienced Hire; I will teach you not only the how, but also the why of case interviews
I view RB as clear #4 in Europe: Not MBB, but above the rest. Picture not as clear in the US due to their small presence there - but at least the former consultants know not to compare it to some obscure boutique. Exi ... (read entire answer)
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Do you have any recommendations how to practice for the analytical test for Roland Berger (apps, books...?)

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Recent activity on Aug 26, 2018
Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 26, 2018
I believe some of these resources might be helpful for you to practice: 1) GMAT Materials: practicing the quantitative parts of GMAT can help you brush up your analytical skills. The most useful part of GMAT, based on ... (read entire answer)
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Is it possible to have a professional reconversion in Consulting after 14 years spent in Investment Banking?

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Recent activity on Aug 06, 2018
The best answer (on Aug 06, 2018) is from:
Benjamin
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ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 06, 2018
ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework
HI Steve, This is obviously an unusual case and I am just sharing my opinion here, so no general rules, and other coaches may have a different view on this. 1. This seems very challenging, if not unrealistic in "general ... (read entire answer)
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Which consulting firms are you applying for?

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Recent activity on Jul 22, 2016
Anonymous A gave the best answer on Jul 22, 2016
Have applied for all the big strategy consulting firms, except of Oliver Wyman. So, McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Strategy&, Roland Berger and AT Kearney. For training purposes I have also applied for Monitor Deloitte, Ste ... (read entire answer)
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Roland Berger Case Partner

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Recent activity on Apr 28, 2016
Leon asked on Apr 28, 2016
Ex-Roland Berger Intern, looking for MBB case partners
Moin! Ich suche nach Trainingspartnern um in den nächsten Wochen konsequent Cases über Skype zu üben, da ich Mitte Mai mein Vorstellungsgespräch bei Roland Berger habe. Ich selbst habe noch nicht so viel Erfahrung, da ... (read entire question)
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Experienced Case Interview Partners Wanted!!!

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Recent activity on Apr 25, 2016
Giacomo
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Hey guys, I am looking for experienced Case Interview Partners to prepare for some interviews at Top Consulting firms coming soon. Italian and English language possible. Looking forward to hearing from you! Ch ... (read entire question)
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