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Application dilemma

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Most recent answer on Apr 22, 2022
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Hi there, If McKinsey explicitly gave you a timeline, then I'm sorry but your hands are tied! You need to apply in August. While it's generally frowned upon, if you get an offer people do rescind offers later. That said ... (read entire answer)
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How long does it take to hear back from MBB after applying via portal?

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Most recent answer on Nov 13, 2020
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Hi there, The time really depends on the office and period of the year. It could range from few days to several weeks. Unless there is a predefined timeline for interviews in your target country, I would not be worr ... (read entire answer)
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