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How to prepare for variable case formats during partner round?

MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 23, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 McK Coach by rating & recommendation rate| Honest feedback: no sugar-coating | Success stories ➨ tinyurl.com/43rkxa8f
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
#1 McK Coach by rating & recommendation rate| Honest feedback: no sugar-coating | Success stories ➨ tinyurl.com/43rkxa8f
Hi there,  Basically, this is what your preparation should be geared at right from the beginning - staying away from frameworks and instead developing structuring skills based on first principles.  I've written a free g ... (read entire answer)
6
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90
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37
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on Mar 23, 2023 on Mar 23, 2023
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Interview at Horvath

Case Interview Horváth Horvath & Partners
Most recent answer on Mar 23, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 23, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 23, 2023
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application process with Horváth & Partners thus far! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to ... (read entire answer)
2
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51
Views
7
Total Upvotes
on Mar 23, 2023 on Mar 23, 2023
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MBB entry-level salaries in Spain?

MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 23, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 23, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 23, 2023
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
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: First of all, while I cannot tell for certain, you can expect base salaries to be arou ... (read entire answer)
3
Answers
91
Views
5
Total Upvotes
on Mar 23, 2023 on Mar 23, 2023
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Data Science Interview Questions

Data Science interview questions
Most recent answer on Mar 23, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 23, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 23, 2023
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
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: First of all, while I have not used the website myself, if you feel the difficulty lev ... (read entire answer)
3
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51
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9
Total Upvotes
on Mar 23, 2023 on Mar 23, 2023
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Question from the Stress Question Mode

What would you ask me if you were the interviewer?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 23, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 28, 2019) is from:
Antonello
Expert
McKinsey | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching
Antonello
Expert
 gave the best answer on Oct 28, 2019
McKinsey | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching
Why consulting. (or why her particular firm). Best, Antonello
14
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2.0 k
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4
Total Upvotes
on Mar 23, 2023 on Mar 23, 2023
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Question from the Stress Question Mode

What song best describes your work ethic?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 16, 2019) is from:
Clara
Expert
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
 gave the best answer on Dec 16, 2019
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Honestly, I could not imagine an MBB interview in which they make this question. FIT is tested with behavioural questions, particularly arround topics such as leadership, ownership, impact... I wouldn´t lo ... (read entire answer)
6
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2.0 k
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6
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on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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Should I tell my interviewer that I already did the case he/she is giving me?

Case Interview MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Let's assume that during an interview, my interviewer gives me a case that I had already been given during my last attempt for the same company or while training with case partners. Should I tell him/her th ... (read entire answer)
5
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111
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39
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on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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How long does BCG take to get back to you after the online case?

BCG
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
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: While, as you mentioned, it depends on the country and office to which you applied, ba ... (read entire answer)
3
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77
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8
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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BCG referral process

BCG Referral
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Ian
Expert
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Ian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Hi there, Clearly it is if you have experienced a different process :) Try not to worry too much about this. Their process is their process (and it changes based on the office/country, the recruiting channel, and just b ... (read entire answer)
3
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86
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12
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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BCG Dubai Associate Base Salaries

BCG dubai salary salary negotiation
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Congratulations on the offer! In terms of your question: Q: I read on this platform that base salaries are USD80-90K for Associates there, but have an offer for lower than that. Is there room for negotiation? ... (read entire answer)
3
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88
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23
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on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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Kearney behavioural interview

A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 22, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2023
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on passing the screening call with Kearney Italy! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: First ... (read entire answer)
3
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59
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15
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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Question from the Stress Question Mode

If you could choose to be anywhere on this earth now, where would you be?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 07, 2019) is from:
Aws
Expert
Senior Consultant @ Google | McKinsey, BCG, Bain exp. as Client | 100+ REAL MBB cases
Aws
Expert
 gave the best answer on Oct 07, 2019
Senior Consultant @ Google | McKinsey, BCG, Bain exp. as Client | 100+ REAL MBB cases
All, Describe an area which shows authenticity and a personality trait that is sought after in consulting. For example: I would be doing X sport with my friends Or I would be travelling the world and expl ... (read entire answer)
24
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1.5 k
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20
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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Question from the Stress Question Mode

What would you do if you won the lottery?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 24, 2020) is from:
Daniel
Expert
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Here is your chance to demonstrate your business acumen – because winning a lottery is nothing else than getting cash, which opens up lots of business opportunities. So you could: Start your own business – think abo ... (read entire answer)
10
Answers
1.3 k
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24
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
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Question on the case: Oliver Wyman Case: Setting up a Wine Cellar

How do we know in 15 years it's going to break even

Oliver Wyman case: Setting up a Wine Cellar
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 21, 2023) is from:
Hagen
Expert
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hagen
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2023
Ex-Bain and interviewer for 7+ years | >95% success rate | mentor and coach for 6+ years
Hi Alex, I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: The solution as to why the break-even point is at the end of year 15 is explained in se ... (read entire answer)
2
Answers
47
Views
14
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
Last Activity

Language used in Interviews in Germany

language
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 21, 2023) is from:
Marvin
CoachingPlus Expert
Former BCG Consultant | Startup Founder | Holistic approach to a successful application - cases & beyond | 10% discount
Marvin
CoachingPlus Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2023
Former BCG Consultant | Startup Founder | Holistic approach to a successful application - cases & beyond | 10% discount
Hi Sorina, typically you will encounter both languages in an interview in Germany and you should be ready to do cases in both as well. It is not uncommon that the main language spoken is German but for at least one (cas ... (read entire answer)
4
Answers
51
Views
27
Total Upvotes
on Mar 22, 2023 on Mar 22, 2023
Last Activity

Numerical reasoning number sequence

numerical reasoning test Psychometric test
Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 18, 2023) is from:
Pedro
Expert
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger |Former Head Recruiter | Market Sizing
Pedro
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 18, 2023
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger |Former Head Recruiter | Market Sizing
Sorry, this is non-sense. The problem with these kind of sequences is that if they are not long enough, one is able to find ways to fit in different numbers. I was trying to create an answer, but I can find ways for it ... (read entire answer)
5
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60
Views
21
Total Upvotes
on Mar 21, 2023 on Mar 21, 2023
Last Activity

MBB Offer | Questioning Decisions, Stressed

Bain career DACH MBB needhelp
Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 20, 2023) is from:
Udayan
Expert
Top rated McKinsey Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 20, 2023
Top rated McKinsey Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Many congratulations on your offer from Bain!   It is true that there are many many negative outcomes in life that can happen. Even if the acceptance rate was 100% you could be the one person that makes it 99% :) The re ... (read entire answer)
7
Answers
132
Views
64
Total Upvotes
on Mar 21, 2023 on Mar 21, 2023
Last Activity

Do interviewers test your knowledge of current projects?

MBB
Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 20, 2023) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 McK Coach by rating & recommendation rate| Honest feedback: no sugar-coating | Success stories ➨ tinyurl.com/43rkxa8f
Cristian
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 20, 2023
#1 McK Coach by rating & recommendation rate| Honest feedback: no sugar-coating | Success stories ➨ tinyurl.com/43rkxa8f
Hi there,  No, they won't ask you about that because consulting firms maintain strict confidentiality rules as to who they work with.  They never discuss clients and more often than not, they avoid providing client name ... (read entire answer)
9
Answers
87
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53
Total Upvotes
on Mar 21, 2023 on Mar 21, 2023
Last Activity

Preparation for the summer internship

Bain
Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 20, 2023) is from:
Marvin
CoachingPlus Expert
Former BCG Consultant | Startup Founder | Holistic approach to a successful application - cases & beyond | 10% discount
Marvin
CoachingPlus Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 20, 2023
Former BCG Consultant | Startup Founder | Holistic approach to a successful application - cases & beyond | 10% discount
Congratulations on your upcoming internship at Bain. While I think you should not overthink it and just do the best you can every day during the internship, here are a few tips that might help you approach this with a c ... (read entire answer)
7
Answers
76
Views
71
Total Upvotes
on Mar 21, 2023 on Mar 21, 2023
Last Activity

Moving to MBB

career progression consulting growth strategy MBB Top tier
Most recent answer on Mar 21, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 21, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: What factors to consider or any roadmap to do so? Starting with the invitation, if you want to be invited for interviews with MBB you should work on 3 things: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ... (read entire answer)
8
Answers
94
Views
91
Total Upvotes
on Mar 21, 2023 on Mar 21, 2023
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