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Kearney Middle East Office Evaluations

ATKearney doha dubai Middle East Qatar riyadh Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates

Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Feb 05, 2024

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there! I've worked with multiple candidates for Kearney ME offices and one of my candidates got an offer last week for Riyadh (so I can confirm they're actively hiring). All the candidates that I've worked with who ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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Salaries at OW in Riyadh

Implementation Oliver Wyman Oliver Wyman interview riyadh salary

Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024

gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024

Hi Ahmed, Management consulted tends to keep good track of this. In general, implementation pays ~20% less than strategy at the consultant level. Here's some interview reading: The Most Common Pitfalls in Case Interview ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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T2 USA vs Bain Riyadh Summer Associate

Bain Bain & Company Career Advising MBB Multiple offers offer decision riyadh T2 USA

Most recent answer on Mar 05, 2024

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Congrats on the options (and the baby)! :) Honestly, you can't really go wrong with either of them. What I'd do is think about which one is more aligned with my long-term plan. Where do you see yourself with your wife ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 05, 2024 on Mar 05, 2024
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Bain ME associate consultant intern SOVA

Bain Bain middle east riyadh

Question edited on Dec 06, 2023

Dennis

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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Dennis

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gave the best answer on Dec 06, 2023

Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Hi, You have to pass the CV and SOVA test screening before getting an interview invite - you might want to consider it an aggregate stage where it doesn't matter if you already passed one or the other. The overall resul ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 06, 2023 on Dec 06, 2023
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Roland Berger ME compatetivness, salary and compensation

ATKearney Bain & Company BCG consulting McKinsey Middle East oliverwyman riyadh Roland Berger

Most recent answer on Nov 09, 2023

Raj

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FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK

Raj

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gave the best answer on Nov 06, 2023

FREE 15MIN CONSULTATION | #1 Strategy& / OW coach | >70 5* reviews |90% offers ⇨ prep-success.super.site | MENA, DE, UK

I have coached many candidates joining RB in Saudi/Dubai/AD so I can provide some insights into RB and their projects. RB has a solid track record and has worked with a range of prominent clients in various industries. ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 09, 2023 on Nov 09, 2023
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Moving to Riyadh next year! Any suggestions?

consulting Middle East riyadh

Most recent answer on Oct 09, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Oct 06, 2023

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Hi there, Congratulations on the offer! In terms of your question: Q: I would also like to have a circle of friends who are expats around my age. Here are a few ideas you can consider, which I used when I moved to Singa ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 09, 2023 on Oct 09, 2023
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Office relocation within the Middle East and relocation costs

dubai Middle East office preferences relocation riyadh salary negotiation tier2

Most recent answer on Oct 08, 2023

Lorenzo

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University of St.Gallen graduate | Learn to think like a Consultant | Personalized prep | CV review

Lorenzo

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gave the best answer on Sep 26, 2023

University of St.Gallen graduate | Learn to think like a Consultant | Personalized prep | CV review

Congratulations on receiving the offer! Addressing your preferences and concerns with the firm is a reasonable step to take. Here's how you can approach both matters: 1. Inquiring About Placement in the Dubai Office: Ti ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 08, 2023 on Oct 08, 2023
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Looking for consulting coach from Kearney Middle East

2nd round ATKearney A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney dubai Kearney dubai Middle East riyadh UAE

Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2023

#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi Sarah, You can select a Kearney coach as follows: Go to the main page listing the coaches: https://www.preplounge.com/en/case-coach Filter the coaches based on your criteria (eg Kearney, budget, language) Read review ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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Full time job turned into an internship

consulting analyst internship management consulting riyadh Roland Berger Roland Berger Middle east

Most recent answer on Sep 25, 2023

gave the best answer on Sep 22, 2023

Hi there, My first job was at Roland Berger. At the time, they used to favor the model you describe, of hiring people as trainees, and then turning them into long term employees. Most people (90%) would become Business ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 25, 2023 on Sep 25, 2023
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BCG ME application process

BCG Middle East riyadh

Most recent answer on Sep 01, 2023

gave the best answer on Aug 15, 2023

Hi there, 1. application status on the BCG talent portal - it shows that i've submitted an app under “latest application details”, but nothing under “pending details”. does this mean it's still not been reviewed yet? Es ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 01, 2023 on Sep 01, 2023
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Salary by Nationality Riyadh

Middle East riyadh salary

Most recent answer on Apr 04, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Apr 03, 2023

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Hi there, 1) For Tier 2 firms in Saudi Arabia, does the pay vary significantly between non-Western expats and Western expats? Normally in consulting the base salary for a given position is fixed for everyone. What you c ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 04, 2023 on Apr 04, 2023
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Does Bain Riyadh only hire Saudi-nationals for entry-level positions?

Bain Bain & Company Bain middle east riyadh

Most recent answer on Jan 30, 2023

gave the best answer on Jan 26, 2023

Hello, Here are my thoughts: 1) Ideally, all nationalities are eligible to apply to all locations. Middle East especially is super open to non-arabic speakers. I, myself, am joining BCG Riyadh. 2) There is however an el ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 30, 2023 on Jan 30, 2023
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Delta Partners / FTI Consulting - Riyadh

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Most recent answer on Jan 20, 2023

Hagen

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Hagen

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gave the best answer on Jan 19, 2023

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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: If you haven't heard back after a reasonable amount of time, you can reach out to the ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 20, 2023 on Jan 20, 2023
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Bain - Riyadh or Dubai

Actively preparing for interviews with Bain and BCG Bain Bain middle east Middle East riyadh

Most recent answer on Jan 20, 2023

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 19, 2023

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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: When applying to Bain Middle East, it is important to consider both the current hiring ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 20, 2023 on Jan 20, 2023
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What is the process of interviews and offer decision

A.T. Kearney dubai EYP riyadh strategy&

Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2022

Rami

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Ex-BCG | 100+ coachings & interviews @ BCG | I will teach you the core skills needed to ace your fit & case interviews

Rami

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gave the best answer on Jul 21, 2022

Ex-BCG | 100+ coachings & interviews @ BCG | I will teach you the core skills needed to ace your fit & case interviews

Hi there, Congrats on getting this far, especially across a couple of firms - a testament to your great prep and efforts! To answer your questions: 1. Interview process Typically, as you go through the rounds, your next ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 28, 2022 on Nov 28, 2022
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Bain Vs. Kearney middle east

A.T. Kearney Bain & Company Middle East riyadh

Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2022

Udayan

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Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

Udayan

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gave the best answer on Aug 21, 2022

Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

Congratulations on two great offer. There's a short term view you can take and a longer term view. In the short term, the higher salary seems more enticing and Kearney does that on purpose because they know their bran ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 31, 2022 on Aug 31, 2022
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Middle East Exit opps: MBB vs Product Management role

Accenture BCG McKinsey and Bain dubai exit opportunities fintech Middle East riyadh

Most recent answer on Jul 14, 2022

Moritz

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Moritz

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gave the best answer on Jul 13, 2022

ex-McKinsey EM & Interviewer | 7/8 offer rate for 4+ sessions | 90min sessions with FREE exercises & videos

Hi there, Well done getting those offers! When comparing offers, you should be considering all kinds of criteria (financial, personal, career, etc.). However, I'll focus on the two criteria you mentioned: Future of fint ... (read entire answer)

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on Jul 14, 2022 on Jul 14, 2022
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How long to get a reply after application through referral?

Application application process Application timing BCG McKinsey and Bain dubai McKinsey & Company Middle East riyadh

Most recent answer on Jul 05, 2022

Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 02, 2022

Typically, you will receive an answer within 1-2 weeks of applying. Though, this can vary by company, amount of applications, time of year, etc. I would note that since it is summer and Eid holidays are coming up, it m ... (read entire answer)

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on Jul 05, 2022 on Jul 05, 2022
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Faster Career progression or cultural fit? Mck vs. Bain

associate Bain Bain & Company business analyst dubai McKinsey McKinsey & Company riyadh

Most recent answer on Mar 01, 2022

gave the best answer on Feb 23, 2022

Hi there, This well and truly depends on what you are prioritizing: success vs. happiness. McK is by far the more attractive offer and completely catapults your career. That said, nothing is worse than hating your job w ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 01, 2022 on Mar 01, 2022
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Roland Berger Middle East - Dubai/Riyadh office

AskRolandBerger dubai riyadh Roland Berger Roland Berger Middle east rolandbergerdubai Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates

Most recent answer on Jun 09, 2021

gave the best answer on Jun 09, 2021

Hi there, My first suggestion (in case you don't get all the answers you need here), is to network! All of your questions are fantastic "excuses" to reach out to people in those offices AND great questions to ask duri ... (read entire answer)

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