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[McKinsey]: How long after a referral can I expect to hear back?

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Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2023
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Hi there, Generally, a Sr. Partner referral ensures two things: Your application will be screened thoroughly The screening is usually prioritized and hence should be a bit quicker A week isn't all that long, so I would ... (read entire answer)
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A month to my McKinsey start, what to buy in preparation

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Most recent answer on Feb 09, 2021
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hey there, If you are interested in physical things Business attire A proper suitcase Travel essentials If you are interested in preparing for your new role, I'd suggest the following: When I got the off ... (read entire answer)
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When will consulting firms in the US start hiring again?

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Most recent answer on Nov 11, 2020
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Sidi
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McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Sidi
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gave the best answer on Jul 01, 2020
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Hi! There are several firms whose offices are currently hiring - some of them with start dates further down in the future, but some of them even with start dates within the next 3 months. So it is not possible to give y ... (read entire answer)
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Updates on grad recruitment?

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Most recent answer on Sep 28, 2020
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi Joe, It's great to see a professor on here asking on their students' behalf - they must love you! It's definitelty a tough market but many companies are hiring. First, which strategy consulting companies are hi ... (read entire answer)
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