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Spielt das Thema Nachhaltigkeit in euren Projekten eine Rolle?

AskAConsultant projects Sustainability
Most recent answer on Mar 09, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 08, 2024) is from:
Niklas
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McKinsey Jr. Engagement Manager | Interviewer at McK| Coached numerous candidates to secure MBB offers | University of Oxford
Niklas
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gave the best answer on Mar 08, 2024
McKinsey Jr. Engagement Manager | Interviewer at McK| Coached numerous candidates to secure MBB offers | University of Oxford
Auch Beratungsunternehmen sind vom Thema Nachhaltigkeit stark betroffen, sowohl was die Unternehmen selbst angeht, als auch die Arbeit mit den Kunden. McKinsey hat sich zB zum Ziel gesetzt, bis 2030 “net zero climate im ... (read entire answer)
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What are the most important factors that complete the project effectively?

business business case Business consultant business knowledge international projects project management projects strategic pmo
Most recent answer on Oct 13, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 13, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
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gave the best answer on Oct 13, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Interesting but broad question and I don't think it can be adequately answered in a short Q&A. That being said, I'll share 3 critical success factors, based on my time in consulting Having a clear end in mind Th ... (read entire answer)
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What would be a reason for you decide against a particular project?

MBB opinion projects
Most recent answer on Oct 13, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 13, 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 13, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Interesting question. At BCG, we were given one ‘golden bullet’ per year by staffing - essentially a one-time ability to say no to any project, no questions asked. For me, I prioritized 2 things: Leadership: If I di ... (read entire answer)
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What method do you prefer to use for your Project? Choose the one,Either Agile or Waterfall Method? which one is better?

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Most recent answer on Oct 13, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 13, 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 13, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Agile has been the preferred way of software development in recent years. The iterative and short ‘sprint’ focused approach helps to reduce rework and get to an MVP in a much faster time. FYI - strategy consulting f ... (read entire answer)
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Life Science Consulting

life science opinion projects
Most recent answer on Jan 09, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 09, 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
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gave the best answer on Jan 09, 2023
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: The level of interest and potential for growth in the life science industry as a caree ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey staffing

international projects McKinsey McKinsey & Company projects staffing Travel
Most recent answer on Jan 04, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 04, 2023) is from:
Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
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gave the best answer on Jan 04, 2023
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! The staffing question is totally dependent on geography. In Madrid, for instance, we had almost zero lever over it, particularly at BA/junior A level. However, in the US, candidates have a huge say.  Hope it help ... (read entire answer)
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Which MBB has more strategy projects?

business unit strategy Corporate Strategy MBB projects
Most recent answer on Dec 28, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 26, 2022) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
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gave the best answer on Dec 26, 2022
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for a lot of users, thus I am happy to provide my perspective on it: All of the major strategy consulting firms, including McKinsey, BCG, and B ... (read entire answer)
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On the Bench for 3 months & Looking for Job Opportunities

Big4 engagement projects
Most recent answer on Oct 03, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 30, 2022) is from:
Pedro
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30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
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gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2022
30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Since it is a new area, you have to assess continuosly if you believe or not in its success. What I can tell you is that the CDD market is starting to calm down, and that opportunities usually don't take many months to ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 03, 2022 on Oct 03, 2022
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How you were able to positively impact your clients’ businesses?

Client and MBB MBB projects
Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 30, 2022) is from:
Pedro
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30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
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gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2022
30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
I once reviewed a company's investment priorities and came up with a tool to prioritize investments. They quickly realized that they were going to spend hundreds of millions in projects that wouldn't have enough return. ... (read entire answer)
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on Sep 30, 2022 on Sep 30, 2022
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What specific things do you do for a client when you are on a PMO project?

projects
Most recent answer on Dec 05, 2021
The best answer (on Dec 04, 2021) is from:
Pedro
Expert
30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 04, 2021
30% off in March 2024 | Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
This is difficult to answer, as it really depends on the specific scope and role. I've seen all types of PMO work, but the common theme is that you are making sure that things happen (or at least giving visibility on wh ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 05, 2021 on Dec 05, 2021
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▶ New on PrepLounge: Consulting Project Simulations ◀

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Most recent answer on Sep 20, 2021
Christine
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asked on Aug 31, 2021
PrepLounge Community & Marketing Manager
Hi everyone! I hope you are enjoying your time on PrepLounge and that your case interview preparation is successful so far! I have some great news for you: We just launched a new product on PrepLounge: Project Simulations.  The project simulations allow you to go through interactive projects and get to know different industries and topics in order to prepare for your career in management consulting. We have prepared nine projects that will enable you to simulate your work on the job!  If you are really keen to be the first one to try the project simulations, send me a private message! I will ... (read entire question)
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Oliver Wyman: Can a CCG at Chicago office choose projects from the NYC office?

different office Oliver Wyman projects staffing
Most recent answer on Jul 29, 2021
Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 29, 2021
Yes -- Oliver Wyman staffs fairly nationally. When I was CCG in the Boston office, I was staffed almost entirely on projects with Chicago partners. New York is a little more difficult because there's more local consulta ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 29, 2021 on Jul 29, 2021
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What does an executive sponsor and steering committee in a consulting project mean?

consulting consulting project projects
Most recent answer on Jul 28, 2021
The best answer (on Jul 28, 2021) is from:
Simon
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50+ successful coachings / Ex-Mckinsey JEM & Interviewer / Industry + Engineering background
Simon
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gave the best answer on Jul 28, 2021
50+ successful coachings / Ex-Mckinsey JEM & Interviewer / Industry + Engineering background
Hi Sarviin, happy to help you here: In general a Executive sponsor is a person in senior management or even the board that initiated (sponsored) the project, e.g. because the project is one of his priorities, he freed ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 28, 2021 on Jul 28, 2021
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How to answer what's your role in the project?

behavioral interviews projects
Most recent answer on May 25, 2021
The best answer (on May 24, 2021) 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 May 24, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I imagine this is relating to the question posted here? https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/how-do-you-explain-your-project-experience-as-a-consultant-10341 My answer would be very similar. As i ... (read entire answer)
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How do you explain your project experience as a consultant?

behavioral interviews projects
Most recent answer on May 25, 2021
The best answer (on May 25, 2021) 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
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gave the best answer on May 25, 2021
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, I think the main improvements are the following: In general your description is very short – could have provided a deeper explanation of what happened Could have started clarifying the project and ... (read entire answer)
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MBB Focus: Industries, Projects, Location

industries location MBB projects
Most recent answer on Jan 07, 2021
The best answer (on Jan 06, 2021) is from:
Denis
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Goldman Sachs Investment Banker NYC | Ex-Bain 5 yrs| MBA Chicago Booth | Passed > 13 MBB > 20 IB interviews
Denis
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 06, 2021
Goldman Sachs Investment Banker NYC | Ex-Bain 5 yrs| MBA Chicago Booth | Passed > 13 MBB > 20 IB interviews
Hi all, I have limited experience with the Milano Office at Bain, i.e. never worked there personally but worked with Bain colleagues from that office. As you know, Bain Italy, as of a couple of years ago was a separat ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 07, 2021 on Jan 07, 2021
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Office location impacts the projects you get?

consulting project office preferences projects
Most recent answer on Oct 27, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 26, 2020) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 26, 2020
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hi there, So, am answering two parts of your question: Staffing: There is an official talent management process and the unofficial who-knows-you process. For most new hires their first role is hardly the dream rol ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 27, 2020 on Oct 27, 2020
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How to start an answer of telling a story about past projects

behavoural fit interview Fit Interview Stories impact project management projects
Most recent answer on Oct 20, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 17, 2020) is from:
Adi
Expert
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 17, 2020
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey, very good question and thanks for raising. Here's my coaching: 1. Stick to STAR approach, set the context of your story correctly and provide very specific/quantifiable details throughout. Some opening sentences ... (read entire answer)
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What's the difference between the cases and the project simulations?

projects
Recent activity on Apr 29, 2019
Anonymous A asked on Apr 29, 2019
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How would you approach a real customer segmentation project for a retail bank?

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Recent activity on Feb 27, 2019
The best answer (on Feb 27, 2019) 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
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gave the best answer on Feb 27, 2019
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Anonymous, I agree with Vlad that the final goal of the analysis is critical to define a proper segmentation and therefore the first level of a structure. Possible examples of segmentation for a second level of the ... (read entire answer)
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