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BCG ADC response time after R1

on Oct 08, 2024

USA

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Benjamin

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Hi, No hard and fast rule but based on my experience it takes about 1-2 weeks.

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Referrals

on Oct 08, 2024

DACH

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would advise you not to worry about that. Consult... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I would advise you not to worry about that. Consultants are used to this, most times even get paid if their ref... (read entire answer)

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MBB hiring in Germany & Nordics

on Oct 08, 2024

Europe

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Benjamin

Coach

Hi, I had a coachee earlier this year in discussions for MBB Nordics. The best people to give you an answer would be... (read entire answer)

Hi, I had a coachee earlier this year in discussions for MBB Nordics. The best people to give you an answer would be HR from these specific offices as they oversee the pipeline.... (read entire answer)

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Any chance for me to get into Kearney, Accenture, LEK Consulting Oliver Wyman Deloitte EY, PWC or Roland Berger?

on Oct 08, 2024

Global

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Francesco

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Hi Younho, Q: Any chance for me to get into Kearney, Accenture, LEK Consulting or Roland Berger in locations worldwid... (read entire answer)

Hi Younho, Q: Any chance for me to get into Kearney, Accenture, LEK Consulting or Roland Berger in locations worldwide? If you get into INSEAD and manage to (i) present well you... (read entire answer)

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APD McK final round - how bad was it?

on Oct 08, 2024

USA

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Francesco

Coach

Hi there, Q: Just wanted to collect some more experienced opinions. It is difficult to comment, as the only one who... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Q: Just wanted to collect some more experienced opinions. It is difficult to comment, as the only one who has the full picture is the interviewer. Overall, even if yo... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey Referral

on Oct 08, 2024

USA

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Martha

Coach

Hi there, Sounds great! Good job networking. Don't worry about "not using" two of the referral links. I'd probably p... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Sounds great! Good job networking. Don't worry about "not using" two of the referral links. I'd probably pick the most senior person or the person I think is most lik... (read entire answer)

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Does everyone know whether MBBs, as well as Second Tier strategic consulting firms are hiring in Middle East for entry level roles, no arabic speakers? I heard for example Bain applications have been closed for a while, does everyone know when and if they will reopen? Thanks!

on Oct 08, 2024

Middle East

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Benjamin

Coach

Hi, I have coachees who are interviewing currently with MBB in Middle East, who are not arabic speakers. So, there a... (read entire answer)

Hi, I have coachees who are interviewing currently with MBB in Middle East, who are not arabic speakers. So, there are definitely still firms hiring but office specific. Best t... (read entire answer)

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Do experienced professionals also need to pass Accenture Aptitude Test to move forward in selection process for Accenture consulting roles?

on Oct 08, 2024

Asia

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Hagen

Coach

Hi Ganesh, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: Yes, it is very likely that all applicants need to... (read entire answer)

Hi Ganesh, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: Yes, it is very likely that all applicants need to pass the pre-interview assessment, no matter the role they... (read entire answer)

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Confused and worried about my next step, Help!

on Oct 08, 2024

Canada

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about the rejection from BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on you... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about the rejection from BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, I would advise you not to reach o... (read entire answer)

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I had my online zoom fit interview with a BCGer as part of the first round. During the first question, the interviewer deliberately asked me 4-5 follow-up questions from the story. They were genuine questions but also felt somewhat deliberate. Is that normal or common?

on Oct 08, 2024

USA

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Peter

Coach

Hi Yes your intuition is correct - it is deliberate and common to ask several probing questions around your prepared... (read entire answer)

Hi Yes your intuition is correct - it is deliberate and common to ask several probing questions around your prepared stories, usually for 2 simple reasons: They want to test whe... (read entire answer)

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Should I mention a family business in the personal fit interview?

on Oct 08, 2024

DACH

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I do not see any immediate risk arising from your e... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: I do not see any immediate risk arising from your entrepreneurial family background. If you think this would co... (read entire answer)

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Solve, McKinsey's Game

on Oct 08, 2024

Middle East

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Francesco

Coach

Hi there, Q: Does someone know how can I practice for this test the best way? any information about this test will be... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Q: Does someone know how can I practice for this test the best way? any information about this test will be great The current Solve game includes up to three games: Ec... (read entire answer)

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Monitor Deloitte - South East Asia

on Oct 08, 2024

Asia

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, For accurate salary ranges, I found levels.fyi to be helpful. Hope this helps! Cheers, Florian

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Case Partner für Vorbereitung auf Deutsch

on Oct 08, 2024

DACH

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Florian

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Hi, Wenn du gute Cases zum Ueben und Peer Practice suchst, dann schick mir eine kurze DM (for free). LG, Florian

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Falsche Gehälter

on Oct 08, 2024

Global

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, Thank you for sharing your opinion with us. Although we were and are sure that the salary figures given wer... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Thank you for sharing your opinion with us. Although we were and are sure that the salary figures given were correct, we have nevertheless taken your question as an op... (read entire answer)

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Hello, I would like to know if it is possible to work for a big 4 company on a OPT in the US and then move back to the original country in of of the company's office there ? I assume that because big 4 usually don't hire entry level international students or am I wrong ?

on Oct 07, 2024

USA

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Alessa

Coach

Hey there! It's definitely possible! Big 4 firms often have global networks, so moving within the company is feasibl... (read entire answer)

Hey there! It's definitely possible! Big 4 firms often have global networks, so moving within the company is feasible, though it depends on specific circumstances and the busin... (read entire answer)

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Base Salary negotiation - Offer from BCG

on Oct 07, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offer! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First o... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offer! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, it is unfortunately impossible to negotiative your ba... (read entire answer)

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BCG vs Bain in the US?

on Oct 07, 2024

USA

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offers from BCG and Bain! I would be happy to share my thoughts on you... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offers from BCG and Bain! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, I would advise you to communicate... (read entire answer)

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BCG or Bain?

on Oct 07, 2024

Middle East

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Top answer by

Kairavee

Coach

Hi there, I’d suggest going with your gut feeling here. Ask yourself which interviews felt more natural and where you... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I’d suggest going with your gut feeling here. Ask yourself which interviews felt more natural and where you clicked better with the people. Think about which recruitin... (read entire answer)

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Advice on Structuring a Market Entry Case?

on Oct 07, 2024

USA

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Hagen

Coach

Hi Abelnicholas, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, can you please provide a propo... (read entire answer)

Hi Abelnicholas, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, can you please provide a proposal that I can review?Moreover, what do you mean by "enterin... (read entire answer)

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