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Which US Consulting firms sponsor international applicants?

on Oct 03, 2024

USA

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, In the current market, it's very rare, also for the ones you have mentioned. Even for current expat MBAs, t... (read entire answer)

Hi there, In the current market, it's very rare, also for the ones you have mentioned. Even for current expat MBAs, the key message from recruiters is to mainly apply to interna... (read entire answer)

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Mckinsey PEI

on Oct 03, 2024

USA

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, For BAs and ASCs it can happen sometimes, however, these would just be ice-breaker questions and don't real... (read entire answer)

Hi there, For BAs and ASCs it can happen sometimes, however, these would just be ice-breaker questions and don't really influence your evaluation (given the weight of the case a... (read entire answer)

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How would you approach this market entry case

on Oct 03, 2024

Global

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Alessa

Coach

Hey there! Interesting case, this is how I would assess the market & entry strategy: Market Size: Target Customers:... (read entire answer)

Hey there! Interesting case, this is how I would assess the market & entry strategy: Market Size: Target Customers: Identify potential users, such as military, agricultural, em... (read entire answer)

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Lateraling to MBB Entry Level From Another Industry

on Oct 03, 2024

USA

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, Without seeing your full resume, your profile should work to move past the screening stage. Make sure to sc... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Without seeing your full resume, your profile should work to move past the screening stage. Make sure to score referrals from your friends before applying.Everything p... (read entire answer)

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POST Consulting rejections

on Oct 03, 2024

Global

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about the rejections! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situat... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about the rejections! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, almost all consulting firms are currently... (read entire answer)

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Too much applicants for a summer internship at Bain?

on Oct 03, 2024

Middle East

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Hagen

Coach

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

Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about the rejection from Bain! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions: First of all, and contrary to what other coach... (read entire answer)

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My interviews in three weeks - what should I do?

on Oct 03, 2024

Middle East

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Hagen

Coach

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

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitations! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions: First of all, given the still quite extensive weaknesses, I... (read entire answer)

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Onboarding prep: 1 week left, how to use time wisely?

on Oct 02, 2024

Global

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the upcoming consulting career start! I would be happy to share my thought... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the upcoming consulting career start! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, while it is great to see h... (read entire answer)

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Do you have to have a referral BEFORE submitting the application?

on Sep 30, 2024

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, yes, you have to secure referrals bef... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, yes, you have to secure referrals before applying, as they would not be valid otherwise.Moreover,... (read entire answer)

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Interview with hr? (McKinsey)

on Sep 30, 2024

Europe

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Mattia

Coach

Hi Mary, It’s definitely not a bad sign – probably not a sign at all, to be honest. These kinds of meetings often dep... (read entire answer)

Hi Mary, It’s definitely not a bad sign – probably not a sign at all, to be honest. These kinds of meetings often depend on people’s availability and scheduling, so there’s noth... (read entire answer)

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Casing on a compressed timeline

on Sep 30, 2024

USA

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Francesco

Coach

Hi Dominic, Q: How to structure my preparation over the next two weeks. I would consider the following (also valid fo... (read entire answer)

Hi Dominic, Q: How to structure my preparation over the next two weeks. I would consider the following (also valid for the other points you mentioned): Define a calendar for you... (read entire answer)

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MBB final round

on Sep 30, 2024

USA

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Alessa

Coach

Hey! First of all congrats :) It sounds like your final round went well overall, with a mix of strong performances an... (read entire answer)

Hey! First of all congrats :) It sounds like your final round went well overall, with a mix of strong performances and a few moments where timing and flow were impacted. Here's... (read entire answer)

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BCG First Round Experience

on Sep 30, 2024

Asia

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Shane

Coach

Hey - it doesn’t sound disqualifying (the two interviewers will each provide their feedback and often if they diverge... (read entire answer)

Hey - it doesn’t sound disqualifying (the two interviewers will each provide their feedback and often if they diverge significantly, the one who graded higher will simply be ask... (read entire answer)

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Time needed to respond to questions

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Michael

Coach

Hi there, It is allowed to take some time (not too long) to organize your thoughts before answering questions beyond... (read entire answer)

Hi there, It is allowed to take some time (not too long) to organize your thoughts before answering questions beyond the first structuring exercise. And a candidate won't be pe... (read entire answer)

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Resume Suggestion/ Application Tips

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Alberto

Coach

Hi! This is a very open question. There are several things to focus on to enhance your CV. Let me start by saying tha... (read entire answer)

Hi! This is a very open question. There are several things to focus on to enhance your CV. Let me start by saying that if you truly want to build a strong CV, you will have to w... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey Referral Process

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Francesco

Coach

Hi there, 1) I was wondering if the links/resume drop is still valid as I haven't yet applied. You can for sure stil... (read entire answer)

Hi there, 1) I was wondering if the links/resume drop is still valid as I haven't yet applied. You can for sure still reach out to the person who offered to forward the CV. I w... (read entire answer)

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How to communicate the "mix factor" in a profitability case clearly?

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Alberto

Coach

Hi! The second option is better. Often large companies have separate divisions which have their own P&L and focus on... (read entire answer)

Hi! The second option is better. Often large companies have separate divisions which have their own P&L and focus on relatively different businesses. So, the first step would be... (read entire answer)

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BCG Re-application Ban Period

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Ariadna

Coach

Hi there, To be honest, I do not see why there would be an exception to the re-application period. A referral is mai... (read entire answer)

Hi there, To be honest, I do not see why there would be an exception to the re-application period. A referral is mainly helpful to increase your chances to get an interview inv... (read entire answer)

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Asking for time and asking for the OK - unnatural?

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Ariadna

Coach

Hi there, I totally get where you are coming from - it's very hard to own the discussion during the interview AND ap... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I totally get where you are coming from - it's very hard to own the discussion during the interview AND appear conversational and natural at the same time! Concretel... (read entire answer)

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Market Sizing Urgent Help Bis!!!!!

on Sep 30, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Soh

Coach

Hi, Thanks for your question. Below is a basic structure. Value of nursing home market in Germany Assuming value... (read entire answer)

Hi, Thanks for your question. Below is a basic structure. Value of nursing home market in Germany Assuming value is Revenue - which is generally the case (market size is the... (read entire answer)

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