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How to Answer "Why Consulting?" in Interviews

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Oct 04, 2017

I would recommend spending about 1 - 2 minutes on each question. You have a lot to get to in the interview. Less than a minute will make you seem rehearsed and shallow and more than 2 minutes for each will take up too m ... (read entire answer)

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Help: Case Interview @ PwC

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Hi Anonymous, this is the typical structure used for written cases in consulting. In the first 30 minutes you will receive a question to answer and will have to read some information on your own (usually you also have ... (read entire answer)

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Why consulting - How much time do I have to answer the question?

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Hey there, As a general rule, these types of questions should be answered in an effective and succinct manner. 1-2 minutes would be an appropriate length! Whenever you are asked: ''Why this, Why that?'', your answer ... (read entire answer)

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Why McK?, Why Consulting?

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Hi! No it is not part of the PEI concept. And it is generally not asked very often by McKinsey - that is a very strong contrast to BCG, where this question is very important and often asked! This difference is a very ... (read entire answer)

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Whats the consultant Deloitte interview process by steps? (Dubai office)

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When I did my interviews at Deloitte it was almost identical to the other firms. It started with a phone screen followed by four interviews. Interviews 1 and 2 were the standard case and fit interviews. Case number 3 w ... (read entire answer)

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How to answer "WHY questions" in a fit interview?

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Hi, When answering “Why consulting” questions, provide three reasons why you want to pursue a career in a consulting firm. A general rule is to find the reasons that are important for you and logically fit everything ... (read entire answer)

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Bain interview: "tell me about yourself?" vs "why consulting?"

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Hi, These are two completely different questions. In "Tell me about yourself" you should be talking about your career path till now. You can finish this story with an argument about why consulting is the next logica ... (read entire answer)

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How to answer 'why Consulting at Wood Mackenzie'?

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Hi, "Why this company" is a more specific question and can include the following arguments: The general marketing story the company is trying to sell (e.g. Bain is a small "Family" company) Brand / positioning / ... (read entire answer)

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