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Which McKinsey Office would offer Visa sponsorship and is lenient regarding language requirmenets?

BCG McKinsey and Bain language visa
Most recent answer on Mar 04, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 01, 2024) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Mar 01, 2024
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Wow, you've got a very international situation going on over there.  Basically, you should prioritise the locations for which you have a good story to explain why you would work there.  In that sense, Spain and India ma ... (read entire answer)
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CAREER DECISION

Bain & Company BCG BCG McKinsey and Bain McKinsey USA visa visa issues
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 17, 2024) 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 Feb 17, 2024
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, You are requesting life altering advice from a free forum. It's like asking “how should I invest my million dollar inheritance”, but not spending a few hundred $ for a professional wealth advisor. Consider a c ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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General Advice for Consulting Pivot Strategy

Advice Career Advising career change graduate program Master MBA MBA Application Advice recruiting visa visa issues
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 27, 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 Aug 27, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi there, Here are my thoughts: However, I am not sure if I will get into the top programs with my short work experience This concern is legitimate Currently, your age and experience is below the average at top bschools ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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European Working Permit

Bain BCG europe germany MBB visa
Most recent answer on Aug 11, 2023
The best answer (on Aug 10, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Aug 10, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi Hassan,  Actually some people have that work permit if they either study or work already in the EU (and even if they demonstrate European family ties I believe).  My recommendation would be to either connect with the ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 11, 2023 on Aug 11, 2023
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EY-Parthenon(EU): visa sponsorship

consulting EY-Parthenon recruiting visa
Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2023
The best answer (on May 17, 2023) is from:
Sofia
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Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
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gave the best answer on May 17, 2023
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello, My understanding is that they usually do, but definitely check this with HR. This information should also be provided in the job application for the position.
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on Jun 30, 2023 on Jun 30, 2023
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Visa Sponsorship for MBB

Bain Bain & Company BCG McKinsey and Bain MBB McKinsey McKinsey & Company Sponsorship visa
Most recent answer on Feb 14, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 13, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Feb 13, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  Congrats on the offer! If you've got one, there's no reason why you shouldn't get the others :) In terms of visa sponsorship, these things change at different times in different offices and it's a serious thi ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 14, 2023 on Feb 14, 2023
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OC&C London - MBA Internship VISA Sponsership

insead MBA OC&C visa
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 31, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  I would worry about this later.  If they provide you with an offer, they will take care of the visa as well (unless they proactively mention this as part of their application process).  Best, Cristian
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on Jan 31, 2023 on Jan 31, 2023
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Likelihood of MBB offer being rescinded due to visa issues?

Bain Bain & Company Offer_rescinding. Sponsorship visa
Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 17, 2023) is from:
Moritz
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Moritz
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gave the best answer on Jan 17, 2023
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Hi there, This is clearly not your fault and out of your hands so I wouldn't worry too much. They decided that they want you and they will typically find a space for you in another office, in the Middle East or elsewher ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 18, 2023 on Jan 18, 2023
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Public and social sector client focus in management consulting firms

Public Sector Social Sector visa
Most recent answer on Dec 26, 2022
The best answer (on Dec 21, 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 21, 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: There are many strategy consulting firms that offer sponsorship for H1B vi ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 26, 2022 on Dec 26, 2022
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Break into American consulting as an international student

india international student Summer Internship visa
Most recent answer on Jun 09, 2022
The best answer (on Jun 07, 2022) 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 Jun 07, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, To be very honest/transparent it is hard. It is not impossible, and to get there you'll have to network aggressively. My view is you should try “both”. You can select multiple offices in an application. Networ ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 09, 2022 on Jun 09, 2022
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Chances to break into American consulting for an international MBA student

international student visa
Most recent answer on May 21, 2022
The best answer (on May 20, 2022) 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 20, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Frankly, the chances are low, especially coming from a developing market. If you want to optimize your chances, you should likely apply to other offices. Of course, you don't have to pick one or the other. You ... (read entire answer)
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on May 21, 2022 on May 21, 2022
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Visa for international engagement

International international projects visa visa issues
Most recent answer on Jun 26, 2021
The best answer (on Jun 26, 2021) is from:
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 Jun 26, 2021
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Check local country laws, but for a EU passport holder you can travel to most countries you have listed for short business meetings, trainings, conferences etc without needing a work visa. ESTA or visa on arrival might ... (read entire answer)
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on Jun 26, 2021 on Jun 26, 2021
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TN Visa_Canada

Job offer Undergraduate visa visa issues
Most recent answer on Oct 27, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 19, 2020) is from:
Allen
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Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best
Allen
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gave the best answer on Oct 19, 2020
Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best
The company would file on your behalf. It's more efficient and cost-effective for them to do it as opposed to you doing it. I'm not sure TN is the right Visa however, as that is typically used for Canadians working f ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 27, 2020 on Oct 27, 2020
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Big 4 consulting to MBB + relocating

covid19 London relocating visa
Question edited on May 05, 2020
Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 20, 2020
Hi there, Given the current situation, have you considered internal transfer to Big 4 London office first, then move to MBB after 1 year or so? This could be a safer/easier route to go. If you are go apply to MBB L ... (read entire answer)
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