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MBB offer decision timeframe

Decision Round MBB offer offer decision waitlist
Most recent answer on Dec 20, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 20, 2023) is from:
Brad
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Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
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gave the best answer on Dec 20, 2023
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
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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Waitlist for MBB

MBB waitlist
Most recent answer on Jun 30, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on May 17, 2023
Dear candidate, if it is the recruiting firm then the chances are maybe ten percent, if it is a random recruiter, depending on what they mean they could be lower. However you can also look at it like this: great success ... (read entire answer)
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Waitlist at EY Parthenon

EY-Parthenon Final Round waitlist
Most recent answer on Nov 07, 2021
The best answer (on Nov 06, 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 Nov 06, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This isn't the greatest thing to hear, but, in all my years I've actually never heard of anyone getting an offer off the waitlist.  That said, these are interesting times so you truly never know. I would hope ... (read entire answer)
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How can I increase chances of impressing BCG recruiters

BCG waitlist
Question edited on Sep 05, 2021
The best answer (on Oct 12, 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 Oct 12, 2019
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Anonymous, I am not sure what you mean by alternative list, but in general you should prepare on three areas for a consulting interview: Behavioural questions Case questions Your questions for the interview ... (read entire answer)
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How can I get off the waitlist of an MBB after final round interviews?

Bain BCG boston McKinsey New York second round USA waitlist
Most recent answer on Oct 16, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 14, 2020) is from:
Robert
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McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Robert
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gave the best answer on Oct 14, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Anonymous, Not really that much you can do. Only thing possible is to call your HR contact and discuss your situation - especially if you have other pending offers from other tier-1 firms and still would like to ... (read entire answer)
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I was just waitlisted at Bain for NYC, what are my chances of getting an offer?

Bain waitlist
Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2020
The best answer (on Oct 07, 2020) 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 Oct 07, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hey there! Waitlisting is the worst isn't it? It's almost better to just know yes or no. Honestly, I think the odds are low (less than 50%). Regardless of what the true odds are (it's impossible to say as every sing ... (read entire answer)
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MBB waiting on one other candidate before making offer

Bain BCG Interview MBB McKinsey offer waitlist
Recent activity on Aug 16, 2018
The best answer (on Aug 16, 2018) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Aug 16, 2018
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, This situation is very unusual for an MBB company. At least for a generalist role. I guess the only thing you can do in that situation - get another offer and use it as a leverage. Best!
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