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BCG Middle East R1 vs Final Round

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McKinsey Casablanca – January/February intake & application timeline?

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Arthmetic error

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Its been 2 week since my BCG Riyadh R1, does that mean I am rejected?

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Rejected without McKinsey Solve

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PhD in Physics struggling to break into consulting

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Hello all, I have no business or finance background, I just recently completed my MPH at a top University. What business classes, technical skills should I gain now to break into and do well at MBB firms?

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Allianz Consulting Intern interview - What to expect?

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