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PWC - Partner Round

PwC UAE
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 04, 2024) is from:
Farrah
Expert
2 yrs coaching; ex-McKinsey, ex-Goldman, ex-UN; founder x2; management consultant; Private Equity (3 free lessons!)
Farrah
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 gave the best answer on Jan 04, 2024
2 yrs coaching; ex-McKinsey, ex-Goldman, ex-UN; founder x2; management consultant; Private Equity (3 free lessons!)
Hello! I'd recommend: 1. A. They will definitely be tapping a vast talent pool, esp., given the broad consulting lay offs. I doubt this is why your interview was delayed, though. Partners are really (really) busy, esp., ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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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
Expert
#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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Dubai vs. Doha for McKinsey & BCG

BCG doha dubai McKinsey McKinsey & Company Middle East Qatar UAE
Most recent answer on Oct 08, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 07, 2023) is from:
Andi
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BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires
Andi
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 gave the best answer on Aug 07, 2023
BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires
Hi there, assuming that your profile meets the bar to pass screening, both options currently work well, while I see maybe a slight edge towards Doha in terms of deman. For both companies, Doha offices are significantly ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 08, 2023 on Oct 08, 2023
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Looking for consulting coach from Kearney Middle East

2nd round ATKearney A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney dubai Kearney dubai Middle East riyadh UAE
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 30, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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 gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Sarah, You can select a Kearney coach as follows: Go to the main page listing the coaches: https://www.preplounge.com/en/case-coach Filter the coaches based on your criteria (eg Kearney, budget, language) Read review ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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Cross regional recruitment

canada junior associate McKinsey & Company Qatar Saudi Arabia UAE
Most recent answer on May 29, 2023
The best answer (on May 26, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on May 26, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi Hamza, Indeed, it's rather difficult to get past screening if you cannot demonstrate a good link to the location you are applying to.  A good link usually means either having studied, or lived there, or having some s ... (read entire answer)
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58
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on May 29, 2023 on May 29, 2023
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McKinsey Middle East - switching from Doha to UAE office?

consulting job Job offer McKinsey McKinsey Dubai Mckinsey middle east McKinseyDubai Middle East officetransfer transfer UAE
Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 06, 2022) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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 gave the best answer on Dec 06, 2022
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Hi there, Congratulations on the McKinsey offer! In terms of your question: Q: Any suggestions on how to negotiate an office transfer to either Dubai or Abu Dhabi would be appreciated I recently coached a candidate who ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 10, 2022 on Dec 10, 2022
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McKinsey Middle East: salaries for BA to Associates?

abu dhabi Job offer junior associate McKinsey McKinsey consulting analyst McKinsey Dubai Mckinsey middle east salary starting salary UAE
Most recent answer on Dec 06, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 05, 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 Dec 05, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Management consulted says it's $25K USD base, but I think this is a mistake.  One of my candidates who got BCG Dubai received $92k base and $3k (for entry level). For the Consultant level, recent candidates of ... (read entire answer)
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12
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on Dec 06, 2022 on Dec 06, 2022
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Monitor Deloitte vs PwC Healthcare (Middle East)

consulting Deloitte Monitor Healthcare Middle East MiddleEast Monitor Deloitte PwC UAE
Most recent answer on Nov 19, 2022
The best answer (on Nov 18, 2022) is from:
Rushabh
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Limited Availability | BCG Expert | Middle East Expert | 100+ Mocks Delivered | IESE & NYU MBA | Ex-KPMG Dxb Consultant
Rushabh
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 gave the best answer on Nov 18, 2022
Limited Availability | BCG Expert | Middle East Expert | 100+ Mocks Delivered | IESE & NYU MBA | Ex-KPMG Dxb Consultant
Hello! Congratulations on receiving two offers! I can answer parts a) and d) of your question. In terms of future prospects and exit opportunities you need to keep in mind:  Where do you want to be 5/10 years from now - ... (read entire answer)
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1.4 k
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23
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on Nov 19, 2022 on Nov 19, 2022
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Relocation Bonus at MBB

MBB MENA Offer Letter Pay relocation UAE
Most recent answer on Sep 04, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 29, 2022) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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 gave the best answer on Aug 29, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the offer! In terms of your question: Q: Is there any scope of reimbursing my relocation even though I signed the document and currently starting the visa processes? If you already signed an ... (read entire answer)
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1.2 k
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35
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on Sep 04, 2022 on Sep 04, 2022
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Freelance Consulting in Middle East

Big Four - Strategy dubai freelance Tier-2 UAE
Most recent answer on Jan 28, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 27, 2022) is from:
Pedro
Expert
30% off in April 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
Expert
 gave the best answer on Jan 27, 2022
30% off in April 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
There's a huge shortage of professionals right now, so consulting firms are resorting to freelancers. While there might be a component of varible cost management in there, they do it mostly because they need someone to ... (read entire answer)
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1.7 k
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42
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on Jan 28, 2022 on Jan 28, 2022
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Middle East senior position recruitment

MBB Middle East Saudi Arabia UAE
Most recent answer on May 29, 2021
The best answer (on May 29, 2021) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
 gave the best answer on May 29, 2021
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Not sure about the exact starting date, but I helped recently candidates with interviews with the following companies: Dubai: BCG, Bain, S&, Kearney Riyadh: McK, BCG I have a pack of 90+ MBB que ... (read entire answer)
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1.0 k
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33
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on May 29, 2021 on May 29, 2021
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MBB MENA from Bocconi

BainDubai BCGDubai bocconi London MBB midde east McKinseyDubai Milan UAE western europe
Most recent answer on Sep 11, 2020
The best answer (on Sep 09, 2020) is from:
Luca
Expert
BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached
Luca
Expert
 gave the best answer on Sep 09, 2020
BCG |NASA | SDA Bocconi & Cattolica partner | GMAT expert 780/800 score | 200+ students coached
Hello, Nice to hear that you choosed Italy for your bachelor! You can definetely join Middle East offices of MBB. I have done some interviews there and I know a lot of Italians that work there after studying in Italy. ... (read entire answer)
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1.6 k
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24
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on Sep 11, 2020 on Sep 11, 2020
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Roland Berger in Dubai

dubai Roland Berger UAE
Recent activity on Feb 08, 2019
Anonymous A asked on Sep 28, 2018
Hey, Was wondering if anyone has some infos on Roland Berger in Dubai. Was thinking especially what the office culture is like, what the main projects and tasks at the moment are, and what the general impression is. ... (read entire question)
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0
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on Feb 08, 2019 on Feb 08, 2019
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Application process advice for UAE office for MBB

application process Experts MBB UAE
Recent activity on Jun 19, 2018
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jun 19, 2018
While I can't speak to the Middle East specifically, having someone refer you (the more senior, the better) will always improve your chances of getting interviewed. Therefore, if you are concerned about not receiving ... (read entire answer)
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5.2 k
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15
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on Jun 19, 2018 on Jun 19, 2018
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