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McKinsey Offer

and Bain BCG McKinsey McKinsey offer Offer Letter
Most recent answer on Mar 04, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 03, 2024) 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 Mar 03, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This is very odd. Did you follow up a few times back in September?  As in, have you just been waiting for 6 months or have you been checking in? To anyone reading this: “I wasn't preparing for case interviews ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 04, 2024 on Mar 04, 2024
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Bain sova test

and Bain
Question edited on Feb 11, 2024
The best answer (on Oct 22, 2021) 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 Oct 22, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I totally understand your desire to try to figure out how you did and your odds of success. It's human nature. But, it's fruitless! Focus your energy and mind on things you can control at this point. Jump into ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 11, 2024 on Feb 11, 2024
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Specific questions to ask friends in MBB

and Bain ATKearney Bain BCG coffee informational interview McKinsey networking Referral
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2024) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there For anybody looking into how to conduct these networking conversations, attaching here a guide that you might find useful: Expert Guide: How To Handle Networking Calls and Get Referrals Best,Cristian
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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Is MBB hiring in SEA? (for entry level)

and Bain Bain Bain & Company BCG Boston Consulting Group McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 27, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 22, 2024) 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 Jan 22, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, At the moment I don't have active candidates there (rare). That doesn't mean they're not hiring. For example, I keep hearing people say x region isn't hiring, but then my direct contacts (Partners) there liter ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 27, 2024 on Jan 27, 2024
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BCG Growth Matrix Application in Other Consulting Firms

and Bain Application approaching a case BCG BCG Matrix case frameworks Case structure and frameworks consutling McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 12, 2024) is from:
Brad
Expert
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 12, 2024
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Hi there,   The direct answer to your question is no, you won’t use the growth/share matrix (or any other framework) to crack interview cases.   The deeper answer to your question is that case studies don’t test you abi ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 15, 2024 on Jan 15, 2024
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Advice on Post-INSEAD Career Path for MBBs in the US

and Bain BCG McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 13, 2024) is from:
Brad
Expert
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 13, 2024
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Hi there,   Former INSEADER and MBB consultant here!   Congrats on joining INSEAD – easily the best year of my life and I hope you have a similar experience.   My 2 cents are as follows:   Option 1 vs Option 2 Yes, INSE ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 15, 2024 on Jan 15, 2024
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Mckinsey Solve game feedback request

and Bain BCG Feedback McKinsey PSG
Most recent answer on Jan 03, 2024
The best answer (on Dec 30, 2023) is from:
David
Expert
Case Coach | Bain & Company | PwC M&A Deals Advisory | INSEAD MBA | SG & SEA
David
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 30, 2023
Case Coach | Bain & Company | PwC M&A Deals Advisory | INSEAD MBA | SG & SEA
Hi there, Hope you are well. I see no harm in writing a follow-up email to check on the status but most likely HR is probably on leave at the moment. I know it is frustrating to wait for the results. I do hope you are c ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 03, 2024 on Jan 03, 2024
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Unclear Response to Application Inquiry

and Bain BCG digital assessment McKinsey recruiting
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 23, 2023) is from:
David
Expert
Case Coach | Bain & Company | PwC M&A Deals Advisory | INSEAD MBA | SG & SEA
David
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 23, 2023
Case Coach | Bain & Company | PwC M&A Deals Advisory | INSEAD MBA | SG & SEA
Hi Zhan, Hope you are well. I would not read too much into the email as MBBs typically have a firm-wide shutdown during Christmas / New Year. Most likely HR will pick it up in early Jan. While you are enjoying the festi ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 30, 2023 on Dec 30, 2023
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Feedback Interview -BCG Bain

and Bain BCG
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 30, 2023) is from:
Alberto
Expert
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Alberto
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 30, 2023
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
You can check how the recruiting process works from an internal MBB perspective here: MBB Hiring Hacks - Behind the Curtain Secrets Best, Alberto — Check out my latest case based on a real MBB interview: Sierra Springs
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on Dec 30, 2023 on Dec 30, 2023
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MBB referral inquiry

and Bain BCG From Big4 to to Big3 MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Dec 04, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 02, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 02, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi! That's great to hear that you have these contacts.  You need to ask them directly how the referral process works in their office. Some offices have a referral database where they would submit your application, where ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 04, 2023 on Dec 04, 2023
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MBB Middle East Office MBA level FT headcounts

and Bain BCG McKinsey Middle East
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 24, 2023) is from:
Andi
Expert
BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires
Andi
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 24, 2023
BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires
Hi there, generally speaking McK and especially BCG have been hiring fairly aggressively across those offices, as project demand has been strong to date. Note that total numbers are not as strong as say 1-2 years ago, a ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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McKinsey Game and Application

and Bain BCG McKinsey McKinsey problem solving game
Most recent answer on Nov 24, 2023
The best answer (on Nov 24, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Nov 24, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) Is everyone who applied invited to take the game? It depends. Depending on the application channel, they could do CV screening also after the test. 2) How long should I prepare to take the assessment? If yo ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 24, 2023 on Nov 24, 2023
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Passed final round interviews at MBB but no offer

and Bain BCG Final Round McKinsey
Recent activity on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on May 21, 2020) is from:
Clara
Expert
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
gave the best answer on May 21, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Sorry to hear about this, I can imagine your frustration. I had not heard about any of these cases happening in MBB, but we just had one of these in Amazon. The candidate interviewed just fine but the pos ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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I don’t have brand name jobs on my resume

and Bain BCG CV screening help McKinsey
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 28, 2023) 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 Oct 28, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Well, you have two options: Get brand names Work around it Of course, in the short term option 2 is the better one :) There are ways to optimize your resume to hide the negative and emphasize the positive. The ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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How to become an Engagement Manager and Partner quickly?

and Bain BCG McKinsey
Most recent answer on Oct 26, 2023
The best answer (on May 02, 2020) is from:
Anrian
Expert
Ex Kearney Senior Manager | Ex McKinsey Engagement Manager | Interviewer & Case Coach at McKinsey (200+ Real Interviews)
Anrian
Expert
gave the best answer on May 02, 2020
Ex Kearney Senior Manager | Ex McKinsey Engagement Manager | Interviewer & Case Coach at McKinsey (200+ Real Interviews)
Hi There, Realistically speaking, if you start as an Associate (either as an MBA hire or Exp Hire): Associate (ASC) to EM >> the quickest I have seen: 1 year; on average: 2-2.5 years EM to Associate Partne ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 26, 2023 on Oct 26, 2023
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Hi PrepLounge, Resume Guidance

and Bain BCG consulting CV engagement manager McKinsey Resume
Most recent answer on Oct 25, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 21, 2023) 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 Oct 21, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Remember that a full resume review is a paid service (like any form of knowledge transfer e.g. taxes, wealth management, physio, etc.). Your 2nd bullet point is the best one. Most of the rest are “close” but I ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 25, 2023 on Oct 25, 2023
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Is it worth to travel for BCG and Mckinsey tests?

and Bain BCG McKinsey
Most recent answer on Oct 19, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 19, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 19, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, As others have mentioned - typically the firm will cover the travel costs. But even if they did not, I personally would pay for the travel for the chance to do a F2F It is much easier to build rapport F2F It shows y ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 19, 2023 on Oct 19, 2023
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Apply as Healthcare specialist or Associate?

and Bain associate consultant BCG McKinsey Specialist
Most recent answer on Sep 27, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 27, 2023) is from:
Alberto
Expert
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Alberto
Expert
gave the best answer on Sep 27, 2023
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Hi there, Given your unique background, it's evident that you offer a wealth of experience and a diverse skill set. I'd like to build upon the expert advice given above with a few more thoughts: Career  trajectory: it's ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 27, 2023 on Sep 27, 2023
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Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez Alvarez & Marsal and Bain BCG MBB McKinsey salary senior associate
Most recent answer on Sep 26, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 26, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Sep 26, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there! It's all relative :) In short, you need to speak with people who are in your geography and similar roles. They would be able to give you a clearer indication of whether this is a good offer or not. Here's how ... (read entire answer)
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18
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on Sep 26, 2023 on Sep 26, 2023
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BCG

and Bain BCG MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Sep 08, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 08, 2023) is from:
Sofia
Expert
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
Expert
gave the best answer on Sep 08, 2023
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello, I think there might be an issue with your question, it's showing up as ‘edited’ with no question text. If you update the question / comment it here, I would be happy to help.
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on Sep 08, 2023 on Sep 08, 2023
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