GPA requirement

Hey there, 

I concur with what my coach colleagues have said (with a 3.6 / 3.7 GPA being competitive)

In my experience, I tend to find BCG being more stringent on educational performance and McKinsey more on experience during the screening phases.

All the best

Hello there, in my experience, generally, a GPA of 3.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale is considered competitive and safe for MBB applications

However, it's important to remember that GPA is just one aspect of your application. MBB firms also look for:

• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated through extracurricular activities, internships, or work experience.
• Analytical Skills: Proven through coursework, projects, or relevant job roles.
• Communication Skills: Highlighted in your CV and cover letter, and further assessed during interviews.

You can strengthen your application, in case your GPA is slightly below benchmark, by showcasing exceptional achievements in other areas, obtaining strong referrals, and crafting a compelling personal story.

Good luck,

Maja

3.6 or 3.7+ should work.

Best,

Alberto

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Hey!

For MBB firms in Dubai, a GPA of 3.5 and above (on a 4.0 scale) is generally considered a safe threshold for CV screening. However, it’s important to note that while a high GPA is important, MBB firms also look at other factors such as relevant experience, skills, and achievements. A GPA above 3.7-3.8 is often considered more impressive, but anything above 3.5 is typically sufficient to avoid immediate disqualification during the initial CV screening process.

Alessa

Hi there,

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

• First of all, while specific GPA requirements may vary, a 3.6/3.7 GPA or higher is typically considered competitive for strategy consulting firms.
• Moreover, I would highly advise you to also focus on other aspects such as (international) internships, leadership roles and extracurricular activities. Consulting firms are looking for well-rounded candidates, so scoring high on just one of many dimensions will most likely still result in a rejection.
• Lastly, it's important to perfect your resume and cover letter as a whole. As the most experienced coach in terms of consulting, interviewing and coaching experience, I'd be more than happy to help you with this.

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 your application files, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen