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

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BCG Gamified Screening Pilot

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How to deal with projects with no learning?

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

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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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McK Technology vs McK Digital

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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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Amazing well done!!! What was your strategy for this? I am in similar position but with less time.

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Bcg final round partner concluded case in 17 mins

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Hi there, Sounds very positive! To be fair, from the outside without being involved in the situation it's almost impo... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Sounds very positive! To be fair, from the outside without being involved in the situation it's almost impossible to give an accurate assessment. For instance, There a... (read entire answer)

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I have not heard back from Mckinsey, did final round 1 week ago!

on Nov 16, 2024

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Hi there, This is absolutely not true. The timing of the call doesn’t indicate the outcome of your application. I can... (read entire answer)

Hi there, This is absolutely not true. The timing of the call doesn’t indicate the outcome of your application. I can tell you that the past week, McKinsey Middle East has been... (read entire answer)

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Has anyone received the link to book their McKinsey London R2 slot?

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If you haven't received it by Monday, I would check in with recruiting. There is nothing wrong with sending a polite... (read entire answer)

If you haven't received it by Monday, I would check in with recruiting. There is nothing wrong with sending a polite note asking for an update. It could be a glitch or just on i... (read entire answer)

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BCG Middle East - Case Bot feedback?

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There is nothing wrong with asking for an update after 1 week from your last touch point with a recruiter/step in the... (read entire answer)

There is nothing wrong with asking for an update after 1 week from your last touch point with a recruiter/step in the recruiting process for this context and in general. My reco... (read entire answer)

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BCG Enterprise Solutions Internship - Need case interview guidance

on Nov 16, 2024

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Hey Emily! I would recommend you to focus on understanding the basics of digital strategy, ERP transformation, and e... (read entire answer)

Hey Emily! I would recommend you to focus on understanding the basics of digital strategy, ERP transformation, and enterprise solutions since these align with the role. In addi... (read entire answer)

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Know more about business

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Hi Mohamed, That's a great question. There are several things to keep in mind when trying to understand how businesse... (read entire answer)

Hi Mohamed, That's a great question. There are several things to keep in mind when trying to understand how businesses are run. Familiarize yourself with the core functions of a... (read entire answer)

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I haven't but heard some first rounds have been done this week. I don't know anyone who has heard back though.

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BCG tenure adjustment

on Nov 15, 2024

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Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation from BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your sit... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation from BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, I would advise you to accept the tenur... (read entire answer)

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AlixPartners MBB Position Equivalent

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sounds like a downgrade to me. 3rd year - im assuming you are an asc or if you are part of the ba to em direct progra... (read entire answer)

sounds like a downgrade to me. 3rd year - im assuming you are an asc or if you are part of the ba to em direct program, at least very close to an EM.

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How Many Interviews To Expect For McKinsey Associate Position in USA?

on Nov 15, 2024

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Florian

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Hi there, Usually 2 rounds with 5 interviews in total, each interview consisting of a PEI story, a case, and question... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Usually 2 rounds with 5 interviews in total, each interview consisting of a PEI story, a case, and questions to ask your interviewerMostly still done virtual and not i... (read entire answer)

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