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BCG Digital - USP's

applying BCG Digital
Most recent answer on Jan 16, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 15, 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 15, 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: "Why BCG Digital" is a common question that is asked during the interview process, and ... (read entire answer)
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How to apply for entry level consulting roles internationally

Application applying boutique firms consulting international student MBB
Most recent answer on Apr 14, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 12, 2021) 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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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! It´s great that you are trying to be strategic about this :) First of all, why not applying to other MBB and consulting firms in general in your own area? From you message seems that only McK. Short answ ... (read entire answer)
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What roles can I pursue from being in Technical Consulting to move into MBB?

Application application process application strength Application timing applying Consulting Resume Experienced Hire getting interview Industry experience Resume
Most recent answer on Oct 16, 2020
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Robert
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McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Robert
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gave the best answer on Oct 09, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Sri, Obviously you have several possible options to pursue. However, why not Kick-starting your networking activities in MBB to jump over the CV-screening (currently a major liability on your balance sheet, a ... (read entire answer)
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Multiple Office Apps

applying MBB
Most recent answer on Sep 10, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 03, 2020
Dear A, I would recommend you to apply according the deadline to your preferable office. Best, André
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on Sep 10, 2020 on Sep 10, 2020
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Can I get into McKinsey? If so, which position should I consider applying for?

applying experience McKinsey qualifications
Most recent answer on Jun 16, 2020
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Giulia
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McKinsey | 6+ years in Consulting + Health Tech |Certified High Performance + Systemic Coach | Women Empowerment
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McKinsey | 6+ years in Consulting + Health Tech |Certified High Performance + Systemic Coach | Women Empowerment
Hi, your academic and professional career sounds very interesting!! In general the criteria McKinsey is looking at for business students are the following: - being among the top 5% in Bachelor or/and Master degree - ... (read entire answer)
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