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Need for masters for entry-level positions in France/Belgium/Switzerland

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Most recent answer on Dec 29, 2021

Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 19, 2019

Hey A, indeed you might have been right with your statement 9-10 years ago. This was a time right after the introduction of Bolognia system, which standardised university degrees (bachelor & master) across Europe. ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 29, 2021 on Dec 29, 2021
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Does any of the MBB firms in Switzerland hire non-EU Ph.D. graduates from ETH Zurich?

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Most recent answer on Mar 25, 2021

#1 Career Coach for Aspiring, Practicing & Ex-Consultants|The Only 360° Coach - Ex-Mckinsey, Certified Coach & Recruiter

gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2021

#1 Career Coach for Aspiring, Practicing & Ex-Consultants|The Only 360° Coach - Ex-Mckinsey, Certified Coach & Recruiter

Hi there, I honestly think that's possible if your application stands out, I. e. you have a lot of interesting and applicable experience (Internships, awards, start-ups or anything like that), plus, if you happen to ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 25, 2021 on Mar 25, 2021
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Monitor Deloitte Switzerland - (Virtual) Assessment Day

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Most recent answer on Nov 13, 2020

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

gave the best answer on Nov 13, 2020

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

Hello! Congrats on getting there. Unfortunately, I cannot share precise info about the day, but yes plenty about the how to prep. You have 2 main workstreams ahead: 1. FIT INTERVIEW The "Integrated FIT guide ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 13, 2020 on Nov 13, 2020
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Failed interviews in German Offices - Immediately re-apply to Swiss Offices?

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Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 03, 2020

Dear A, It doesn't make sense to reapply immediately to any other office worldwide, after you have been disselected in Germany, because recruiting system is global and you need to wait for another 12-18 monthes in ord ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 31, 2020 on Oct 31, 2020
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Anyone had experience with Implement Consulting Group?

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Most recent answer on Jan 17, 2020

Anonymous B gave the best answer on Dec 30, 2019

I interviewed there once and had a very bad experience. I was contacted directly by a Partner in Strategy regarding a mid-level position and had 2 fire chats with him and one with another partner. At the time I had 2 ye ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 17, 2020 on Jan 17, 2020
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Interview IT-Advisory (EY Switzerland)

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Most recent answer on Sep 19, 2019

Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 19, 2019

Hey Patrick, feel free to prepare yourself for 2-3 case interviews in the 1st round with personal fit and your questions. First interview - personal fit + small case or brain teaser 2nd & 3rd interviews - bigg ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 19, 2019 on Sep 19, 2019
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BCG Zurich Office

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Most recent answer on Aug 14, 2019

McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers

gave the best answer on Aug 14, 2019

McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers

Hi! The general process is similar to other BCG offices. If you feel you don't have a clear view on what expects you - just pick up the phone and call recruiting to ask them to explain you how the day will look like, wh ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 14, 2019 on Aug 14, 2019
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