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What are the chances I can convert this big4 internship after partner round?

Audit & Assurance Big4 Deloitte Ernst & Young india internship KPMG Partner Interview PwC

Most recent answer on Mar 31, 2024

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 Jan 26, 2024

Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call

Hi there, Although strange, I read this as positive. The Partner wouldn’t show up or would cancel the interview if it was a no. The only reason I can think that they actually turned up is that it would be poor form if ... (read entire answer)

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Big4 value creation services

Big4 Deals Strategy MBB Value Creation

Most recent answer on Mar 07, 2024

Avinash

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ex-BCG 4 years | Interviewer at BCG | 4 BCG offices (Miami, Madrid, Bogotá, Lima) | Now start-up founder $50M+ raised

Avinash

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gave the best answer on Feb 01, 2024

ex-BCG 4 years | Interviewer at BCG | 4 BCG offices (Miami, Madrid, Bogotá, Lima) | Now start-up founder $50M+ raised

Congrats on the offer. I have two thoughts:1/ I do believe the current brand on your CV affects your chances of getting into MBB. When I joined the BCG Madrid office, out of 10 people accepted in my cohort, 2 came from ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 07, 2024 on Mar 07, 2024
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Momentum in Jan

Big4 Middle-east

Most recent answer on Jan 03, 2024

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 Dec 31, 2023

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi, To be honest, there is very little value this forum can provide you on this specific question. It will really all depend on your specific situation - e.g. the office dynamics, the specific partners schedule. I can t ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 03, 2024 on Jan 03, 2024
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Why move from Deloitte to BCG

BCG Big Four - Strategy BIG3 Big4 Deloitte From Big4 to to Big3 strategy consulting

Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023

Raj

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Raj

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gave the best answer on Dec 16, 2023

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Hello! Congratulations on securing an interview with BCG. When discussing why you want to move from Deloitte Consulting to BCG, focus on the unique opportunities and experiences that BCG offers. Highlight your desire t ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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Rejected from MBB (In Resume Rounds) After Preparing So Much? What do I do next?

Big4 Finance MBB

Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023

gave the best answer on Dec 01, 2023

Apply to the other 100 consulting firms out there! And then re-apply to MBB in a year. Life is long…plenty of time to get to the “destination” :)

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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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London Strategy Consulting Outlook

BCG McKinsey and Bain Big4 entry level EYP eyparthenon LEK M&A MBB OC&C

Most recent answer on Nov 28, 2023

Raj

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Raj

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gave the best answer on Nov 28, 2023

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In my experience and based on my knowledge of the London market, the project pipeline for both MBB and tier 2 firms has been relatively strong. There has been a steady demand for consulting services, resulting in a redu ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 28, 2023 on Nov 28, 2023
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What makes Kearney different than MBB?

A.T. Kearney ATKearney Big4

Most recent answer on Oct 12, 2023

Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 05, 2020

Hi Anonymous, For me the main differences are 1. Brand power 2. Culture and size 1. Brand power: this one is the obvious one, Kearney does not have the brand power of MBB, although it is well positionned right after ... (read entire answer)

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Accenture vs Big 4

Accenture BCG Big4 mbb big4 McKinsey

Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023

Anonymous gave the best answer on Dec 24, 2022

Accenture may be more helpful if you are looking to focus on IT and Digital, as this is a growing area you can use as a specialism to enter into MBB with some experience. However, you will still need a strong referal t ... (read entire answer)

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Mckinsey Capability Centre

BCG McKinsey and Bain BIG3 Big4 MBB

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Frederic

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ex Jr. Partner McKinsey |Senior Interviewer| Real Feedback & Free Homework between sessions|Harvard Coach|10+ Experience

Frederic

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gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2023

ex Jr. Partner McKinsey |Senior Interviewer| Real Feedback & Free Homework between sessions|Harvard Coach|10+ Experience

Hello, McKinsey's Capability Center, also known as the McKinsey Capability Center (MCC), is an essential part of McKinsey's global network. It plays a critical role in supporting McKinsey's client service teams by provi ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 30, 2023 on Sep 30, 2023
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Alvarez & Marsal guidance

Alvarez & Marsal BCG McKinsey and Bain Big4 Deloitte E&Y KPMG MBB PwC

Most recent answer on Sep 26, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Sep 26, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there! I've worked with candidates interviewing with A&M, but not specifically for the GCC hub in India. So I don't know much about it. Even if I did, I'd still recommend that you network with people directly fro ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 26, 2023 on Sep 26, 2023
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PwC Tech Deals case interview

Big4 Case Interview M&A PwC PwC Interview tech deals virtual

Most recent answer on Jun 27, 2023

gave the best answer on Feb 09, 2021

Hi Pranet, First, congratulations and good luck! What to expect in general You should absolutely expect cases/questions to be much more deal focused. As such, you should practice M&A/DD cases. Furthermor ... (read entire answer)

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on Jun 27, 2023 on Jun 27, 2023
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To move or not to move?

Big4 Lateral Hire

Most recent answer on Apr 19, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Apr 19, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, As you might expect, we can't give a straight answer because you need to decide what is best for yourself (I'm realising now that coaches are starting to sound a bit like ChatGPT :) ). That aside, if you're h ... (read entire answer)

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How to become a Big4 Partner ?

Big4 partner

Most recent answer on Jan 19, 2023

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 Jan 19, 2023

#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ 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: Please be advised that while setting long-term goals is important, it is equally impor ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 19, 2023 on Jan 19, 2023
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EY Business Consulting Summer Intern UK 2023

Big4 Ernst & Young

Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Dec 08, 2022

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, Yes, it sounds like you did. Make sure you use the time in between to start prepping for the interviews. Best of luck! Cristian

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Possible to move to MBB without an MBA?

Bain Bain & Company BCG big four Big4 Boston Consulting Group From Big4 to to Big3 McKinsey McKinsey & Company

Most recent answer on Oct 23, 2022

gave the best answer on Oct 21, 2022

Yes, it is possible. But you will be recruiting to a 1st year analyst role. Hopefully you have good academic credentials and make sure you have a well written CV (and network your way into an interview).

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on Oct 23, 2022 on Oct 23, 2022
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On the Bench for 3 months & Looking for Job Opportunities

Big4 engagement projects

Most recent answer on Oct 03, 2022

gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2022

Since it is a new area, you have to assess continuosly if you believe or not in its success. What I can tell you is that the CDD market is starting to calm down, and that opportunities usually don't take many months to ... (read entire answer)

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Big4 Strategy Final Interview

Big Four - Strategy Big4

Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2022

Clara

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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Clara

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gave the best answer on Aug 21, 2022

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! Congrats for moving to final round! It can be that they don´t have too many people to interview atm (it´s August at the end of the day…) or that that person is on the fence and would like to evaluate you again. ... (read entire answer)

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T2 Strat - Last interview round got cancelled, waiting for recruiters feedback

Big Four - Strategy Big4

Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022

gave the best answer on Aug 24, 2022

Hi there, It sounds like they just need to reschedule. It's possible they need to put the interview on hold or delay (if there are pipeline issues), but again, the most likely situation is that they just need to resched ... (read entire answer)

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Big4 vs Hidden Champ vs Boutique Consulting

Big4 Boutique consulting firms career consulting exit options MBB strategy consulting

Most recent answer on Aug 19, 2022

Lucie

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10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader

Lucie

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gave the best answer on Aug 18, 2022

10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader

Hello there! congratulations on securing your offers! Please celebrate this victory! I think many personal factors are also important in the decision, but from a professional point of view, I would say: 1. How to choose ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 19, 2022 on Aug 19, 2022
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Moving to a competitor

Big4

Most recent answer on Aug 10, 2022

gave the best answer on Aug 10, 2022

Hi there, It sounds like you're doing well! Essentially, you should keep performing well in your current role + working hard while you simultaneously keep the door open for new opportunities. Make sure to keep a pulse o ... (read entire answer)

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