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What to expect from a final partner interview (for internship) at Roland Berger Middle East?

internship Middle East Partner Interview Roland Berger
Most recent answer 18 hours ago
The best answer (on Oct 18, 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 18, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Anonymous, Why not just get in touch with your HR contact and discuss your individual situation? It will give you a definite answer instead of some speculation - obviously your case is quite specific (application f ... (read entire answer)
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Hello, I would appreciate some guidance for the final round Partner interview at Deloitte Consulting (S&O) London

ExperiencedHire Partner Interview
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The best answer (18 hours ago) is from:
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 18 hours ago
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, final partner interviews vary depending on company, region, office and the individual partner of course. However, it is not uncommon that partners won't go through a case exercise with the candidate again but ... (read entire answer)
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Partner interview style - to pause or not to pause?

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney Case styles Decision Round Final Round Partner Interview
Most recent answer 18 hours ago
Anonymous gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2018
OK, I might be in a minority here, but I would find it very weird to actually pause, say nothing and then come up with some ultra-structured approach. If I were the interviewer, I would want to see whether the candid ... (read entire answer)
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How to act in partner interviews

attitude Bain BCG interviews MBB McKinsey second round
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The best answer (18 hours ago) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
Expert
gave the best answer 18 hours ago
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, final partner interviews vary depending on company, region, office and the individual partner of course. However, it is not uncommon that partners won't go through a case exercise with the candidate again but ... (read entire answer)
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Final round - Partner Interview questions type

Partner Interview
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The best answer (18 hours ago) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
Expert
gave the best answer 18 hours ago
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, final partner interviews vary depending on company, region, office and the individual partner of course. However, it is not uncommon that partners won't go through a case exercise with the candidate again but ... (read entire answer)
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MConsulting prep McKinsey redrock simulation

McKinsey problem solving game
Most recent answer 20 hours ago
The best answer (on Apr 28, 2024) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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gave the best answer on Apr 28, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there The MCP simulation is rather good. What is indeed surprising is how different the complexity level is between the different games. I didn't notice any issues with the syntax, but I'm sure that if you feel there ... (read entire answer)
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Has anyone tried any of the AI Interview Tools for MBB before?

Case Interview Interview
Most recent answer on Apr 29, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 27, 2024) is from:
Gero
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Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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gave the best answer on Apr 27, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hi there, I would be cautious for one reason: AI-based tools do not (yet) do a good job at teaching the dynamic and conversational aspect of a case interview. This might be the reason why: - Candidates I meet who practi ... (read entire answer)
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Screening tests

Screening
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The best answer (on Apr 28, 2024) is from:
Gero
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Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Gero
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gave the best answer on Apr 28, 2024
Ex-BCG │200+ Interviews & Interview Coachings @ BCG │ 20+ candidates coached into MBB │WHU/LSE/Nova │ Teacher & Trainer
Hi there, 1. Build understsandingUnderstand how the test goes and what skills are tested, e.g. with articles on PrepLounge or the test articles series on MConsultingPrep.Two important notes:- It is important to note tha ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey training event?

Interview Experience McKinsey training
Most recent answer on Apr 28, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 27, 2024) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 27, 2024
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Not sure which event this is specifically because there are loads of them.  Basically, it's in McKinsey's interest to keep close high-value candidates and to further develop them so as to increase their chances of actua ... (read entire answer)
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Difficult Offer Decision EY

Accenture EY
Most recent answer on Apr 27, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 27, 2024) is from:
Pedro
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Bain | Roland Berger | EY-Parthenon | Mentoring Approach | 30% off in April| Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
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gave the best answer on Apr 27, 2024
Bain | Roland Berger | EY-Parthenon | Mentoring Approach | 30% off in April| Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
They're peers. So it's really a personal decision: do you want more money, or stay in a place where you already know you are happy. A few things to consider: Career progression Salary progression Specific role / team yo ... (read entire answer)
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Decision Time Urgent Cambridge or HEC?

Big Four - Strategy consulting Decision MBA MBB Support
Most recent answer on Apr 27, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Pedro
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Bain | Roland Berger | EY-Parthenon | Mentoring Approach | 30% off in April| Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
Pedro
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gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
Bain | Roland Berger | EY-Parthenon | Mentoring Approach | 30% off in April| Market Sizing | DARDEN MBA
In society overall, cambridge has a better brand, but in business HEC is considered a notch above. Having said this, Cambridge may be a better option to get a job in the UK. It's difficult to know which one would be bet ... (read entire answer)
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Do firms take Masters (MPhil) students for summer internships

Bain & Company BCG Big 4 consulting Master Summer Internship
Most recent answer on Apr 27, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Sina
Expert
Experienced McKinsey and Big 4 Consultant | MIT MBA | 50% off sessions until June | Claim 1 of 3 free sessions today
Sina
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
Experienced McKinsey and Big 4 Consultant | MIT MBA | 50% off sessions until June | Claim 1 of 3 free sessions today
Hi there,  From first hand experience, I know that Big 4 firms do take MPhil students for internships. I have also seen MPhil students being offered the equivalent of an MBA internship in cases where they have demonstra ... (read entire answer)
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when can i hear back the result after McKinsey final round

Final Round McKinsey second round
Most recent answer on Apr 27, 2024
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 12, 2020
While things can get delayed sometimes, the delay does not give any direction on the outcome. So don't worry!
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McKinsey Final Round feedback not heard back

Most recent answer on Apr 27, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 27, 2024) is from:
Dennis
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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 27, 2024
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, before offer decisions are communicated, they have to be aligned between HR and the interviewers in the process. This can sometimes take time for various reasons. A few common ones are listed below for a gener ... (read entire answer)
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What are the values you live by?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Apr 27, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 22, 2021) is from:
Gaurav
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#1 MBB Coach(Placed 750+ in MBBs & 1250+ in Tier2)| The Only 360 coach(Ex-McKinsey + Certified Coach + Active recruiter)
Gaurav
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 22, 2021
#1 MBB Coach(Placed 750+ in MBBs & 1250+ in Tier2)| The Only 360 coach(Ex-McKinsey + Certified Coach + Active recruiter)
Hi there, I suggest you name 2-3 of your values and give an example of how they could affect your work / life. e.g.: Honesty - i am honest when giving feedback to my colleagues and I expect the same from them Har ... (read entire answer)
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Re-application to MBB after being counseled to leave.

MBB
Most recent answer on Apr 26, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Sina
Expert
Experienced McKinsey and Big 4 Consultant | MIT MBA | 50% off sessions until June | Claim 1 of 3 free sessions today
Sina
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
Experienced McKinsey and Big 4 Consultant | MIT MBA | 50% off sessions until June | Claim 1 of 3 free sessions today
Hi there,  Two things -  I would encourage you to think hard about why you want to join MBB again since you are doing well and growing in your current role. Not only this is important for the re-application process (the ... (read entire answer)
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Delaying graduation to recruit?

recruiting
Most recent answer on Apr 26, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Sina
Expert
Experienced McKinsey and Big 4 Consultant | MIT MBA | 50% off sessions until June | Claim 1 of 3 free sessions today
Sina
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
Experienced McKinsey and Big 4 Consultant | MIT MBA | 50% off sessions until June | Claim 1 of 3 free sessions today
Hi there,  The way I understand you have two paths forward here:  Recruit for this cycle: you can definitely catch up on case preparation/ recruitment if you make it a priority and focus on developing those muscles. I s ... (read entire answer)
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Where does BCG do their annual cohort kickoffs?

BCG
Most recent answer on Apr 26, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Oliver
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Former BCG interviewer (75+ interviews for associates, consultants and MBA hires) | I will make your practice perfect
Oliver
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
Former BCG interviewer (75+ interviews for associates, consultants and MBA hires) | I will make your practice perfect
Hi,Congratulations on receiving your double offer! I wanted to provide some insights into what you can expect during your first week at BCG and how it aligns with the cohort kick-off process. Regional Training Kick-Off ... (read entire answer)
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When was the last time you found an unusual/unconventional solution to a problem?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Apr 26, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Hendrik
Hendrik gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
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Compensation negotiations

compensation negotiation relocation
Question edited on Apr 26, 2024
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2024) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offer! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: Yes, it certainly is possible to negotiate a relocation bonus. I have written about this in more detail in t ... (read entire answer)
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