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Why do I have another interview after my McKinsey final round?

full time McKinsey offer Partner Interview
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023
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Alberto
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Alberto
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Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Hi there, It sounds they want to do any final check on your PEI. It might not be clear from previous interviews. Best, Alberto
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How long does it take McKinsey to respond to an application?

Application application process full time McKinsey student
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2023
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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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#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: The recruitment process at McKinsey can vary depending on the office and position you ... (read entire answer)
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Converting full time offer to internship

europe full time Future MBB SEA tier2
Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022
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Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  Congrats on the offers, first of all! That's quite an achievement.  My recommendation would be to go for 3. If you got an MBB offer, then I wouldn't let that bird fly out of my hand. The recruitment process i ... (read entire answer)
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Internship interview fail... Full time recruiting help.

Case preparation full time help
Most recent answer on Apr 05, 2021
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Franco
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Ex BCG Principal | INSEAD | 10 yrs in consulting | Interviewed >200 Career Switchers, MBAs, Undergrads in Europe and USA
Franco
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Ex BCG Principal | INSEAD | 10 yrs in consulting | Interviewed >200 Career Switchers, MBAs, Undergrads in Europe and USA
Hi Sam, 4-5 months are more than enough to get fully prepared and get your BCG job offer. Since you have already completed a couple of interviews before you already know what to expect and the basis of consulting i ... (read entire answer)
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