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Opportunity as an Experienced Hire from Kearney SEA

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney Experienced Southeast Asia

Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2023

Raj

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Raj

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gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2023

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Based on your background and the proposed offer, it seems like an exciting opportunity to consider. Transitioning back to a heavy-consulting life can be demanding, but it also offers unique challenges and growth opportu ... (read entire answer)

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Compensation for MBB (post-MBA position) at South East Asia

BCG McKinsey and Bain consulting Southeast Asia starting salary

Most recent answer on Oct 15, 2023

Bryan

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Ex-Bain Manager | Final Round Interviewer & Recommender for Bain | Summer Program Lead

Bryan

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gave the best answer on Sep 25, 2022

Ex-Bain Manager | Final Round Interviewer & Recommender for Bain | Summer Program Lead

Hey, Estimates on glassdoor are in the range for a post-MBA hire. I was from the Bain SEA office (Singapore / Thailand) and part of the final round interviewing process. Feel free to DM me if you have any questions.

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How to best prepare for a consulting job after receiving the offer?

mbb offer Southeast Asia

Most recent answer on Oct 15, 2023

gave the best answer on Jun 17, 2021

Hi there, First, congrats on the offer! In terms of things you can learn/do to prepare beforehand: 1) Daily Reading The Economist, The Financial Times, BCG/Mskinsey Insights 2) Industry deep-dives Lea ... (read entire answer)

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Getting into Consulting in Singapore without a PR?

Career Advising MBB Post-MBA Singapore Southeast Asia

Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2023

gave the best answer on Nov 13, 2021

For consulting yes, it is possible. But it is a bit harder. You'll have to prove you are worth the extra-effort. You have to weigth between lower chances of getting the job in consulting vs. how much do you want to be i ... (read entire answer)

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Are there particular type of projects that are more prevelent in Southeast Asia than in other regions?

Southeast Asia

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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 Oct 08, 2021

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Hi there, This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for quite a lot of users, so I am happy to provide my perspective on it: Generally speaking, the types of projects in consulting companies refl ... (read entire answer)

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Reapply for Kearney Middle East

Application approaching a case ATKearney BCG Case Interview Client and MBB McKinsey Middle East Southeast Asia tier2

Most recent answer on Sep 01, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Aug 30, 2023

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Hi there! In this case, I'd expect the 1 year ban to apply. So it's not realistic to apply any time soon with them. If I were you, I'd look at other roles with other firms. Also, make sure that you work on your applic ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 01, 2023 on Sep 01, 2023
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Salary in SEA

ATKearney Southeast Asia strategy&

Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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Hi there, Q: Does anyone know the expected salary range for T2 manager in SEA. There is quite a difference depending on the country. Salaries are adjusted based on the cost of living. For Singapore, you can find the dat ... (read entire answer)

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MBB in Southeast Asia vs Big 4 in US

Big 4 MBB mbb big4 Southeast Asia United States

Most recent answer on Nov 27, 2022

gave the best answer on Nov 24, 2022

Hello, Congratulations on receiving the offers! Well done :) To answer your question directly on the criteria you have mentioned: - Prestige: For sure the prestige of working in an MBB overbears other firms, regardless ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 27, 2022 on Nov 27, 2022
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Consulting Fellowship Program and MBB Salaries in SEA

and Bain BCG business analyst consulting analyst McKinsey salary Southeast Asia

Most recent answer on Nov 08, 2022

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jun 02, 2022

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Hi there, 1. Do you know anyone accepted into McK's Consulting Fellowship Programs in SEA? Do you happen to know the rough acceptance rates and whether it'd be easier to get into McK as a Consulting Analyst (Junior Busi ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 08, 2022 on Nov 08, 2022
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Mck or Bain SE Asia

Bain & Company MBB McKinsey & Company Singapore Southeast Asia

Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2022

Anonymous gave the best answer on Oct 29, 2022

Hey there - massive congrats on both offers! The experts have given great advice and I have a couple of things to add from a geographic consideration given that one is in Hong Kong and the other is in Singapore 1. Are ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 30, 2022 on Oct 30, 2022
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Oliver Wyman SEA Summer Intern Interview Round

Oliver Wyman Oliver Wyman interview Singapore Southeast Asia Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Oct 25, 2022

gave the best answer on Oct 25, 2022

Hi there, Try not to overcomplicate this. Who cares if it's 3 fit and 2 case or 3 case and 2 fit? If you expect three rounds of 15 min fit and 30 min case and it ends up being 3 rounds of only case, what happens? Rather ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 25, 2022 on Oct 25, 2022
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Should I apply during my Masters study or after graduation?

master in management MBB Southeast Asia

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gave the best answer on May 17, 2022

Hi there, My view is you should network starting today and test the waters. Get on the phone with people at these companies/offices! Send/show them your resume (during/after the discussion) and find out if they think yo ... (read entire answer)

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on May 20, 2022 on May 20, 2022
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Do you have a question for our consulting experts, too?

Missing a hint - would this be a problem?

Case Interview getting stuck interview outcome performance second round South east asia Southeast Asia stucture

Most recent answer on Jan 16, 2022

Moritz

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Moritz

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gave the best answer on Jan 15, 2022

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Nothing to worry about from what I can see. Just consider the following: You could be giving a textbook answer with regards to initial framework or a structured brainstorming question, including all relevant 1st level b ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 16, 2022 on Jan 16, 2022
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Are Bain and BCG Southeast Asia and Middle East actively hiring?

Bain & Company BCG Middle East Southeast Asia

Most recent answer on Sep 05, 2021

Agrim

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Agrim

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Yes habibi - these regions are hot right now. Particularly KSA (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia). One of the drivers for KSA is COVID. Earlier, most consultants would live in Dubai and travel to KSA every week. But now it seems ... (read entire answer)

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MSc Business Anaytics at LBS, ICL, or UCL for MBB in Indonesia

indonesia Jakarta MBB MSc Southeast Asia

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Raj

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Raj

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gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2021

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These are all great schools, and tend to be feeder schools in the consultancies (as I can vouch for). Just bear in mind naturally connections into those unis from MBB will be for the local offices and so if you are p ... (read entire answer)

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MBB Hiring in Southeast Asia (Jakarta, Indonesia)

hiring Jakarta MBB Southeast Asia

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Anrian

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Anrian

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gave the best answer on Aug 13, 2020

Ex Kearney Senior Manager | Ex McKinsey Engagement Manager | Interviewer & Case Coach at McKinsey (200+ Real Interviews)

Hi Robert, MBB at Jakarta Office are still hiring right now, even a bit more aggressive recently. I have seen so many events conducted by them in pas months & also in the near future. I also have a mentee that i ... (read entire answer)

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