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Strategy& Middle East salary for BA

associate dubai salary strategy& strategy& dubai
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 31, 2023) is from:
Raj
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FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
Raj
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FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
While I don't have access to specific salary figures, I can give you a general idea based on my experience in the industry. Salaries for Business Analysts at Strategy& in the Middle East can vary depending on factor ... (read entire answer)
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BCG specific: can someone explain the difference between an associate and consultant please?

associate BCG consultant
Most recent answer on Oct 12, 2023
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Benjamin
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
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gave the best answer on Oct 12, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Sharing a comprehensive perspective on BCG positions and titles. The normal progression looks like this: Associate (2 yrs) → Senior Associate (1 yr) → Consultant (2 yrs) → Project Leader Associate is the role you jo ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 12, 2023 on Oct 12, 2023
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Differences in Associate and Analyst positions at McKinsey?

analyst Application associate MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Oct 06, 2020
Hi San, Please raise this point with HR. In all the cases the process is the same, so you will have to go through it and it will be up to your interviewers to recommend the level at which you join. I hope this helps ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 11, 2023 on Oct 11, 2023
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Is there a difference between applying to 'Digital' Mckinsey and Mckinsey?

associate Australia business analyst Case Interview Digital
Most recent answer on Oct 01, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 14, 2018) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Jan 14, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, McKinsey Digital roles are not that much different from McKinsey Generalist. The major difference is a separate staffing. You will have a different staffing coordinator who has to approve all your projects. In gen ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 01, 2023 on Oct 01, 2023
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Junior Associate vs Associate at McKinsey

associate McKinsey Mckinsey operations
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 30, 2017) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Jul 30, 2017
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, First of all being a junior associate has both pros and cons. Pros: If you have never worked in consulting this is a good starting point since you can get more experience before starting to manage projects a ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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McKinsey Doha office application

Application application process associate doha McKinsey
Most recent answer on Sep 18, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 17, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Sep 17, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi Federica! Congrats on being invited to the test! Don't read too much into the waiting time for now. It's absolutely ok for it to take a couple of weeks.  In case you're getting inpatient, I'd suggest you use your tim ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 18, 2023 on Sep 18, 2023
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How can I with a profile like mine get into MBB as a consultant?

associate BCG McKinsey and Bain consultant CV fellow
Most recent answer on Jun 28, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jun 20, 2023
Hello :) While your CV may not align perfectly with the typical profile of an MBB consultant, there are still several steps you can take to increase your chances of getting into MBB. Here are some suggestions: Focus on ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 28, 2023 on Jun 28, 2023
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How to network with MDP to land on a case

associate full-time functional areas networking partner projectleader staffing
Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 21, 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 Feb 21, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about your situation! I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: While this is very much dependent on the company, region, country, and office, I would highly advise you to r ... (read entire answer)
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How to network with MDP to land on a case

associate full-time functional areas networking partner projectleader staffing
Most recent answer on Feb 21, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 21, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 21, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about your situation! I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: While this is very much dependent on the company, region, country, and office, I would highly advise you to r ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 21, 2023 on Feb 21, 2023
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McKinsey London Associate

associate McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 30, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 22, 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 22, 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: Based on your background, it could be appropriate to apply for either a Junior Associa ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 30, 2023 on Jan 30, 2023
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BCG Application

Actual BCG case associate associate consultant BCG BCG Case Interview recruiting
Most recent answer on Oct 23, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 29, 2022) is from:
Sofia
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Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
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gave the best answer on Sep 29, 2022
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello, Definitely reach out to HR and politely ask for an update on your application. It's been quite some time since your application deadline, and there may have been some administrative lag or error on their end, so ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 23, 2022 on Oct 23, 2022
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Qualifications for McKinsey Junior Associate/Associate role as an MBA

associate junior associate MBA McKinsey
Most recent answer on Oct 23, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 29, 2022) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Sep 29, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  If I were you, I would apply for Associate.  Once you're past the CV screening, nobody compares your previous experience but your case and personal fit performance. So I'd rather focus on improving those and ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 23, 2022 on Oct 23, 2022
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McKinsey Associate Operations

associate McKinsey Mckinsey operations
Most recent answer on Aug 03, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 03, 2022) is from:
Allen
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Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best
Allen
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gave the best answer on Aug 03, 2022
Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best
The answer is not to focus on operations cases. Two reasons: Interviewers get to pick their own cases.  Interviewers for the Ops practice are generally from the Ops practice, which means they are inclined to pick Ops ca ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 03, 2022 on Aug 03, 2022
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Oliver Wyman Associate Interview

1st round interview associate Oliver Wyman interview oliverwyman Private Equity
Most recent answer on Apr 15, 2022
The best answer (on Apr 15, 2022) is from:
Gaelle
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Techie, Consultant, Computer Engineer, Yoga Teacher
Gaelle
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gave the best answer on Apr 15, 2022
Techie, Consultant, Computer Engineer, Yoga Teacher
Hey there ! First of all congrats on securing an interview xx a) Types of case questions are generally asked by them - Market Sizing, Profitability, M&A, Operations?  I would say this depends on the office and the P ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 15, 2022 on Apr 15, 2022
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Job Position Level

associate associate consultant Bain BCG BCG Case Interview BCG online case career progression McKinsey
Most recent answer on Mar 12, 2022
The best answer (on Mar 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 Mar 11, 2022
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
You can bring the subject when close to the semester evaluations - if your performance is solid, this will help you fast track (i.e., you get promoted after 6 months).If your performance is just average, you actually wo ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 12, 2022 on Mar 12, 2022
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Faster Career progression or cultural fit? Mck vs. Bain

associate Bain Bain & Company business analyst dubai McKinsey McKinsey & Company riyadh
Most recent answer on Mar 01, 2022
The best answer (on Feb 23, 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 Feb 23, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This well and truly depends on what you are prioritizing: success vs. happiness. McK is by far the more attractive offer and completely catapults your career. That said, nothing is worse than hating your job w ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 01, 2022 on Mar 01, 2022
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starting work at bcg

associate BCG bcg consulting
Most recent answer on Feb 19, 2022
The best answer (on Feb 18, 2022) is from:
Maikol
Expert
BCG Project Leader | Former Bain, AlixPartner, and PE | INSEAD MBA | GMAT 780
Maikol
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 18, 2022
BCG Project Leader | Former Bain, AlixPartner, and PE | INSEAD MBA | GMAT 780
Congratulations on the offer.Other coaches shared great advice, but let me share my opinion and a wider perspective. Being an MBB professional is a great step to change your career and I would say even your life perspec ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 19, 2022 on Feb 19, 2022
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What do project leaders / case team leaders think business analysts / associates can do better?

associate business analyst Case Team Setup projectleader TEAM LEADER
Most recent answer on Nov 21, 2021
The best answer (on Nov 18, 2021) 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 Nov 18, 2021
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Fist of all, I think in general BAs are pretty amazing. Despite their age and relative small experience they get the job done, fast and well.  This said, BAs are very celebrated when they:  Are autonomous, while ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 21, 2021 on Nov 21, 2021
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EY Parthenon Los Angeles office

associate consulting EY-Parthenon office culture Travel Undergraduate
Most recent answer on Nov 17, 2021
The best answer (on Nov 17, 2021) 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 Nov 17, 2021
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! The compensation is something that you will find by spending a bit of time in Google (for instance, the pay for post-MBA MBB consulting is a rather public number).  For learning more about the culture and so on, ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 17, 2021 on Nov 17, 2021
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Interviewing for a Associate vs EM role at McK in US

associate engagement manager Final Round McKinsey
Recent activity on Oct 13, 2021
The best answer (on Oct 13, 2021) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Oct 13, 2021
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1. Is it a common practice - interviewing a candidate for both roles and making an offer decision and the employment level decision based on the interview performance? Not common but could happen indeed. I rec ... (read entire answer)
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