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Taking annual leave during a strategy consulting internship (UK)

internship strategyconsulting tier2
Most recent answer 3 hours ago
The best answer (19 hours ago) 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 19 hours ago
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | 30% off in March 2024
Let me be quite blunt. You have to consider what your priority is and how you are going to be perceived.  If you are in the middle of a project and ask to be out for a few days to go into a competition, you are signalin ... (read entire answer)
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If an MBB firm takes a long time to give a final offer for a summer internship after final round, is it a good sign or a bad sign?

Bain & Company BCG consulting Final Round internship Interview interview questions McKinsey waiting period
Most recent answer 21 hours ago
The best answer (on Mar 16, 2024) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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gave the best answer on Mar 16, 2024
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Hi there,  Q: Should I interpret this as a positive or negative sign? Normally, offers are extended within a few days. On the other hand, it is unusual to wait so long for a rejection.  Most likely, they don’t have visi ... (read entire answer)
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Bcg middle east intern count

BCG internship MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 16, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 03, 2024) 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 Mar 03, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, My understand is they are hiring. I wouldn't say agressively, but hiring is happening. Who cares about headcount and pass rate… Apply Network Perform your best If the headcount is 2 and pass rate is 5%, compar ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 16, 2024 on Mar 16, 2024
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Rolang Berger Internship Interview

consulting internship Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Mar 13, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 30, 2021) is from:
Florian
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Florian
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gave the best answer on Mar 30, 2021
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hey there, Be careful to learn case-specific frameworks by heart, expecting them to work for every case you will encounter. It is much more important to learn the right approach that will help you tackle all types of c ... (read entire answer)
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Usual time to hear back after internship final round

Final Round internship MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 13, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 12, 2024) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
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gave the best answer on Mar 12, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, there have been a lot of reports that processes seem to be running more slowly and people are waiting for a while to receive feedback. If you have now already waited for 3 weeks, I would try to follow up with ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 13, 2024 on Mar 13, 2024
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Internship Roland Berger Interview

Cases internship Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Mar 12, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 12, 2024) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
Expert
gave the best answer on Mar 12, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, in addition to all the comments and explanations, find below a few practice cases that are representative of the Roland Berger style: https://www.preplounge.com/de/case-sammlung/candidate-led-ueblicher-stil/sc ... (read entire answer)
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Internship decision process

internship MBB
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 25, 2024) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
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gave the best answer on Feb 25, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi, the decisions are largely made based on the same criteria. While it might be a bit more forgiving compared to the full-time process (e.g. because candidates are younger, lower hiring risk for the firm since internsh ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Timeline for intern final decision

Decision Round Final Round internship MBB
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 24, 2024) is from:
Alberto
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Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Alberto
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gave the best answer on Feb 24, 2024
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Hi there, It usually takes 1-2 weeks, depending on how long it takes the recruiter to match all interviewers' agendas for the final decision call. You can check how the decision is being made here: MBB Hiring Hacks - Be ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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(Help) Interviewer said see you in the internship

internship
Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 23, 2024) is from:
Udayan
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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
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gave the best answer on Feb 23, 2024
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Many congratulations on the great interview. As for your question - one of my favorite quotes for life is "expectations reduce joy' - the more you expect, the less happy you will be with any outcome. I know it is not ve ... (read entire answer)
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Follow up email after internship final round

Final Round internship MBB Summer Internship
Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 27, 2024) is from:
Florian
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Florian
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gave the best answer on Feb 27, 2024
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hi there, In the current environment, I'd wait 2 weeks before following up. Most candidates' decisions are a bit slower and delayed at the moment, some even wait between interview rounds for weeks or months. The only ex ... (read entire answer)
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What are the chances I can convert this big4 internship after partner round?

Audit & Assurance Big4 Deloitte Ernst & Young india internship KPMG Partner Interview PwC
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 26, 2024) is from:
Brad
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Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
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gave the best answer on Jan 26, 2024
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Hi there,   Although strange, I read this as positive. The Partner wouldn’t show up or would cancel the interview if it was a no. The only reason I can think that they actually turned up is that it would be poor form if ... (read entire answer)
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Overlapping Applications McKinsey

BCG McKinsey and Bain internship
Most recent answer on Jan 10, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 10, 2024) 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 10, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I remember this Q&A - we gave you answer, I think you just didn't like the answer. Overlapping applications - McKinsey | PrepLounge.com From our experience you cannot/should not interview with 2 roles at t ... (read entire answer)
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Overlapping applications - McKinsey

business model internship McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 05, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 04, 2024) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 04, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application processes with McKinsey thus far! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, McKinsey will most likely evaluate each ... (read entire answer)
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BCG Final Round Decision Process

BCG Decision Round Final Round internship offer rejection summer
Question edited on Nov 30, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 01, 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 01, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on passing all interview rounds with BCG! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: Typically, aft ... (read entire answer)
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Should I talk to MBB recruiters?

internship MBB
Most recent answer on Nov 04, 2023
The best answer (on Nov 02, 2023) is from:
Moritz
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Moritz
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gave the best answer on Nov 02, 2023
ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos
Hi there, Whether or not it's a good idea to engage someone depends entirely on the way you do it and to what end. Generally speaking, however, connecting is better than not connecting. ============================ GETT ... (read entire answer)
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on Nov 04, 2023 on Nov 04, 2023
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Choosing between 2 internship offers

Accenture Advisory Asia Business consultant Ernst & Young internship KPMG management consulting strategy consulting tier 2 consulting
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Apr 05, 2022) is from:
Matteo
Expert
McKinsey & Company | Currently offering 1 free coaching session| Happy to PARTNER with you to get an offer from MBB
Matteo
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 05, 2022
McKinsey & Company | Currently offering 1 free coaching session| Happy to PARTNER with you to get an offer from MBB
Hello,  thanks a lot for the question. :)  First of all congratulations for the 3 offers! Good job!  Generally speaking they are all good opportunities that can add value to your profile. They seem to be quite similar, ... (read entire answer)
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Internship application in Asia

Application Asia Hong Kong internship Shanghai Singapore
Most recent answer on Oct 30, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 27, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 27, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Theoretically, anyone can apply anyhwere. The question is why you are relevant for the role and whether the firm perceives that as well. You have personal/family ties in that region You have previously spent time in ... (read entire answer)
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Advices for a new consultant

Advice consulting internship Middle East Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Oct 16, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 10, 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 10, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Congrats on the internship offer.  This is a great question, and one that ultimately is easy to explain, but difficult to master/practice (I speak from experience having gone through the ranks in consulting, and als ... (read entire answer)
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Which internship would you choose & how do you negotiate start dates?

internship MBB
Most recent answer on Oct 10, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 10, 2023) 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
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 10, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the offers! In terms of your questions: 1) How would you negotiate start dates? Ideally, I would like to do both internships. This is what I would recommend: Check with HR for Option A if yo ... (read entire answer)
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Negotiating an offer

consulting internship management consulting offer Roland Berger
Most recent answer on Oct 08, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 08, 2023) is from:
Raj
Expert
FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
Raj
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 08, 2023
FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK
Hello and congratulations on receiving two job offers! I understand that you are leaning towards RB's internship offer but would like to leverage the other offer to secure a full-time position. Let me address your quest ... (read entire answer)
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