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Maybe you have defined the wrong time zone in your profile

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How Long Does Recruiter @ McKinsey Take To Move Forward

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Selection Tests at BCG ME Offices?

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Hi there, My last clients went through a math-heavy chatbot case. The cognitive test is not used in the Middle East a... (read entire answer)

Hi there, My last clients went through a math-heavy chatbot case. The cognitive test is not used in the Middle East as of yet as far as I know. Cheers, Florian

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What is the difference between Oliver Wyman interview round 1 and 2 for entry level position?

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I am having my R2 Bain London Interview coming up soon, does anyone have any resources/tips on how I can prepare for it?

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Mckinsey Salaries

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Hi there, Try levels.fyi for the - usually - most up-to-date info on that. Cheers, Florian

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Hi there, Usually they do not offer this option and I personally wouldn't ask. Their consultants have so much to do,... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Usually they do not offer this option and I personally wouldn't ask. Their consultants have so much to do, they would not have time to coach you. However, I would us... (read entire answer)

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Hi there, Your first few cases can be challenging -- I know where you're coming from. Here are a few tactical sugges... (read entire answer)

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Apply to MBB as an experienced hire at the end of november (near christmas). A problem?

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Hi there! Great question. It’s smart that you’re thinking strategically about both timing and readiness for your appl... (read entire answer)

Hi there! Great question. It’s smart that you’re thinking strategically about both timing and readiness for your application to McKinsey Spain. I would apply in the next 2-3 wee... (read entire answer)

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How Long Does It Take Bain To Respond to Application

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Do you have a contact in the recruiting team? Did you network with any consultants in your target office? I’d encoura... (read entire answer)

Do you have a contact in the recruiting team? Did you network with any consultants in your target office? I’d encourage you to check in and express continued interest. Applying... (read entire answer)

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If you fail McKinsey SOLVE, can you apply to Orphoz?

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Hi there, Usually, no. Failure in any part of the recruiting journey in any part of the McKinsey ecosystem usually l... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Usually, no. Failure in any part of the recruiting journey in any part of the McKinsey ecosystem usually leads to a recruiting ban. This ban is usually 12-18 months... (read entire answer)

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Once you fail Bain SOVA test, how long do you need to wait to re-apply?

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If you don't get selected to move forward after SOVA, you typically need to wait ~12-18 months before reapplying. Thi... (read entire answer)

If you don't get selected to move forward after SOVA, you typically need to wait ~12-18 months before reapplying. This applies to full-time, internship, and other consulting rol... (read entire answer)

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Reapplying after 2 years and still at the same level?

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Hi there, I was in a similar position myself when I re-applied to BCG as an “experienced hire” — folks who are out of... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I was in a similar position myself when I re-applied to BCG as an “experienced hire” — folks who are out of school and have some industry experience. If you have less... (read entire answer)

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Hi, Could you please inform me if candidates are required to attempt a pre-interview test/assessment from Kearney Middle East office as part of their interview process for a business analyst role?

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Yes, based on what I know from other candidates, they typically have to complete a pre-interview assessment. However,... (read entire answer)

Yes, based on what I know from other candidates, they typically have to complete a pre-interview assessment. However, I’d recommend checking directly with Kearney’s recruitment... (read entire answer)

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