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response after final round of interview

Decision Round Final Round followup MBB MBB rejection final round offer

Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Mar 06, 2024

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They don't do silent rejections. When it does happen, it's more of a system failure rather than an intention. Most likely they are either having trouble getting all the interviewer on one call OR having trouble decidin ... (read entire answer)

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Are Offeree Weekends evaluative?

Bain BCG McKinsey offer weekend

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gave the best answer on Feb 04, 2024

Hi there, You are completely and utterly safe. Don't worry! The only risk would be if you had been totally debaucherous (e.g. illegal activities, really poor form, etc.). Being lower key, quieter, etc. is truly not prob ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Just turned down Mck for BCG

BCG McKinsey offer

Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Feb 27, 2024

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Hi there, Congratulations on landing both offers, that’s a great achievement! In terms of your question: Q: Just turned down Mck for BCG. Did I do the right thing? It seems you are mainly worried about the fewer possibl ... (read entire answer)

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EY-Parthenon vs Accenture

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Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024

Adi

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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

Adi

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gave the best answer on Apr 14, 2021

Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience

Hey, I have provided a lot of insights on Accenture previosuly. Have a look at below threads. Make a choice based on the firm & role which is a better fit with your career aspirations, values and risk profile. C ... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey or BCG for full-time?

Asia BCG consultants consulting McKinsey meritocracy offer office culture SE Asia Which firm?

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Hagen

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Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offers! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would highly advise you to opt for the option that better aligns with your professional (and maybe even pe ... (read entire answer)

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Seeking advice on Offer decision: London Tier 2 or Dubai Tier 1?

choose the right firm mbb offer offer offer decision

Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023

Moritz

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gave the best answer on Jan 07, 2022

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Congratulations and well done! Not the worst position to be in :) This is a very personal decision and depends on many factors. Generally speaking, MBB blows Tier 2 out of the water. However, even considering your circu ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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Have multiple MBB offers, not sure how to decide (Bain Middle East and McKinsey Pakistan)

Bain & Company BCG McKinsey and Bain Interview McKinsey McKinsey offer Middle East Multiple offers offer time to sign the offer

Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023

Hagen

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Offers from BCG and Digital McKinsey: Decision?

BCG Decision Digital McKinsey MBB McKinsey offer

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Hagen

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gave the best answer on Dec 31, 2023

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Hi Robert, First of all, congratulations on the offers! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would highly advise you to opt for the option that better aligns with your professional (and maybe even p ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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MBB offer decision timeframe

Decision Round MBB offer offer decision waitlist

Most recent answer on Dec 20, 2023

Brad

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gave the best answer on Dec 20, 2023

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Hi there, Historically wait lists have NOT been a thing in MBB. If you’re over the line, you’re in. MBB is a supply-led business – the limiting factor is getting great worker bees, not getting great clients. However ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 20, 2023 on Dec 20, 2023
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BCG Decision Call

BCG Decision Round offer

Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2023

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Hi there, Yes, most likely after that date. This timeline is totally normal, so don't read too much into it. Best, Cristian

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on Nov 30, 2023 on Nov 30, 2023
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BCG Final Round Decision Process

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Question edited on Nov 30, 2023

Hagen

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gave the best answer on Feb 01, 2023

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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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on Nov 30, 2023 on Nov 30, 2023
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Mckinsey Final Decision

Digital McKinsey offer

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Alberto

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gave the best answer on Nov 30, 2023

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You can check how the recruiting process works from an internal MBB perspective here: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/mbb-hiring-hacks-behind-the-curtain-secrets Best, Alberto — Check out my latest case based on ... (read entire answer)

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ADL or Kearney

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Hi there, Congratulations on the offers! In terms of your question: Q: I have offers from both Kearney and Arthur D Little in the middle east. How should I make this decision? As general criteria, I would consider the f ... (read entire answer)

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Decision Making

Decision offer

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Hagen

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When is an offer considered as legal binding?

offer

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Cristian

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gave the best answer on Nov 02, 2023

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Hi! I have no idea whether it's legally binding but I do know that I haven't heard of any situation where a company turned their back on a candidate after giving them a written offer. So don't be to stressed. You're in ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 06, 2023 on Nov 06, 2023
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Strategy& Dubai reviews

Accenture Strategy Online test ATKearney BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain dubai exit Job offer MBB Middle East offer PwC strategy& strategy& ME

Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2023

Anonymous gave the best answer on Mar 01, 2022

Hello There, Congrats on the offer! I am currently working with Strategy& Middle East. I am happy to connect and clarify any questions you might have. Cheers

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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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Am I out of the race ?

McKinsey offer

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Alberto

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gave the best answer on Oct 31, 2023

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Hi there, Q1: The rest of the 4 candidates should still have some hope or should they believe that they are automatically out of the race? McKinsey doesn’t ghost candidate so you will hear back from your recruiter eithe ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 31, 2023 on Oct 31, 2023
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How to choose which MBB offer to accept?

Bain BCG MBB McKinsey Multiple offers offer

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Hagen

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Competing Offers in Middle East - McK vs Bain vs Kearney

ATKearney Bain & Company dubai McKinsey Middle East offer

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Hagen

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Advise offers, exit opps, brand, CV push

career progression exit options offer Top Choice

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Hagen

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Hagen

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