Bain SOVA test

Question

Hi there, I have received an invitation to do an online assessment for Bain. I have been looking at other resources online but I see most of them say while it isn't timed, aim to complete in around 75 minutes. In my email from Bain they say I will need approximately 40 mins. They also note the first part of the assessment is a personality questionnaire and the second part is about numerical and logical reasoning. Does this mean that the video interview part won't be included? And also maybe not the verbal reasoning part?

Thanks

Answer 1

hey!

It sounds like the online assessment you've received from Bain may be focusing primarily on the personality questionnaire and numerical/logical reasoning aspects, based on the details you've provided.

Personality Questionnaire: This will typically be the first part of the assessment, which aims to understand your fit with Bain’s culture and values.
Numerical and Logical Reasoning: This would be the second part, which could include various types of questions like mathematical problems, data interpretation, and logical puzzles.
Video Interview: From your description, it seems this might not be part of the assessment you’re currently being asked to complete, but it could still be part of the recruitment process later if you progress to the next stages.

For now, focus on preparing for the personality questionnaire and numerical/logical reasoning. Good luck!

Alessa

Answer 2

If you want an accurate answer, ask these same questions to the recruiter.

Sometimes this varies by office.

Best,

Alberto

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Answer 3

Hey there,

It will be good to confirm directly with the recruiter, but it does look like the video interview isn't going to be part of the assessment now and that you'll be doing the Personality Questionnaire (1st part) and Numerical/Logical reasoning (2nd part)

All the best!

Answer 4

Hi there,

First of all, congratulations on the invitation from Bain!

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions:

First of all, and contrary to what other coaches have said, based on the experience of my coaches, there has never been a video interview section in Bain's Sova pre-interview assessment. It seems to consist of four sections: numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, logical reasoning, and a personality test.
Moreover, some offices seem to skip the verbal reasoning section, although I do not know why.
Lastly, please keep in mind that the time indicated by Bain is unrealistic, as the personality test alone seems to typically take about 25-30 minutes.

You can find more on this topic here: How to succeed in the final interview round.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming Bain Sova pre-interview assessment and/or interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Answer 5

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