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Was war euer Lieblings-Projekt und warum?

on Sep 13, 2024

DACH

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Felix

In 2 Jahren habe ich 12 Projekte gemacht deswegen fällt mir die Auswahl schwer. Sei es der Projektort, der Teamspirit... (read entire answer)

In 2 Jahren habe ich 12 Projekte gemacht deswegen fällt mir die Auswahl schwer. Sei es der Projektort, der Teamspirit, die Zusammenarbeit mit dem Klienten oder wenn man ein Jahr... (read entire answer)

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Onboarding soon - finding a coach to help me excel in the consultant role

on Sep 13, 2024

Asia

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Fathu

Coach

Hello there, Sure, keen to help on this! There's 2 primary methods I've adopted to coaching early career consultants... (read entire answer)

Hello there, Sure, keen to help on this! There's 2 primary methods I've adopted to coaching early career consultants in the past depending on experience level, career stage, and... (read entire answer)

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MBB as a single mom

on Sep 13, 2024

DACH

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Alessa

Coach

Hey, It is possible, but managing a consulting career at MBB as a single mom will be very challenging, especially wi... (read entire answer)

Hey, It is possible, but managing a consulting career at MBB as a single mom will be very challenging, especially with the travel and long hours. However, many firms are becomi... (read entire answer)

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When to begin networking?

on Sep 12, 2024

USA

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, You can start networking at any time. If you make connections now, that could lead to event invitations an... (read entire answer)

Hi there, You can start networking at any time. If you make connections now, that could lead to event invitations and referrals later down the line. If you decide to start late... (read entire answer)

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Wichtigste Skills im Consulting

on Sep 12, 2024

DACH

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Max

Die wichtigsten Skills sind meiner Meinung nach eine exzellente analytische Fähigkeiten, starke Strukturierungs-/Prob... (read entire answer)

Die wichtigsten Skills sind meiner Meinung nach eine exzellente analytische Fähigkeiten, starke Strukturierungs-/Problemlösungskompetenzen, und eine ausgeprägte Kommunikationsfä... (read entire answer)

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Can I apply again for Tokyo's winter job? I love your firm but I couldn't receive an offer.

on Sep 12, 2024

Global

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Max

Generally, you can always give it a try again and re-apply. Please find our open positions in Tokyo here: All Jobs |... (read entire answer)

Generally, you can always give it a try again and re-apply. Please find our open positions in Tokyo here: All Jobs | Roland Berger. For specific information, please contact our... (read entire answer)

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Which profiles is Roland Berger looking for?

on Sep 12, 2024

DACH

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Top answer by

Marina

Thank you for your question! It generally depends on the position you are applying for. You find the specific require... (read entire answer)

Thank you for your question! It generally depends on the position you are applying for. You find the specific requirements in each job posting: Alle Jobs | Roland Berger. For al... (read entire answer)

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Do you sponsor International students in the US for H1B visa?

on Sep 12, 2024

USA

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Mona

Yes, we do sponsor H1-B visas.

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Alessa

Coach

Congrats on the referral! Yes, receiving the Solve game link typically means you've passed the initial CV screening.... (read entire answer)

Congrats on the referral! Yes, receiving the Solve game link typically means you've passed the initial CV screening. Not everyone gets it—it's usually sent to candidates who hav... (read entire answer)

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Case Study

on Sep 12, 2024

DACH

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Max

"Our case studies simulate realistic challenges that our clients may face. You'll be asked to identify key problems,... (read entire answer)

"Our case studies simulate realistic challenges that our clients may face. You'll be asked to identify key problems, analyze them and propose a structured solution. Usually they... (read entire answer)

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BCG Final Round over Zoom

on Sep 12, 2024

USA

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, Reach out - I have written a free guide on Online Interviews in Consulting. Generally, the typical guidelin... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Reach out - I have written a free guide on Online Interviews in Consulting. Generally, the typical guidelines apply: Structure and streamlined communication become mor... (read entire answer)

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Tips for Zoom Case Interview

on Sep 12, 2024

USA

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Fathu

Coach

Hello there, Congrats on the interview invitation! Expectations in a case interview over zoom are pretty consistent w... (read entire answer)

Hello there, Congrats on the interview invitation! Expectations in a case interview over zoom are pretty consistent with those for an in-person case interview i.e., structured p... (read entire answer)

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Job offer start date too late, no flexibility

on Sep 12, 2024

USA

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congrats on the offer! :-) I think there is no other way than to find another full-time offer... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congrats on the offer! :-) I think there is no other way than to find another full-time offer for the meantime. You could also start your own venture but... (read entire answer)

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3rd interview (and first of the final round) but no feedback yet.

on Sep 12, 2024

Europe

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Florian

Coach

Hi Mary, Usually, you would not be rejected mid-round so they should still schedule the next interview. Delays can ha... (read entire answer)

Hi Mary, Usually, you would not be rejected mid-round so they should still schedule the next interview. Delays can happen for many reasons in this case that are unrelated to you... (read entire answer)

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Using the Issue Tree

on Sep 12, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, What exactly is the question you have? I feel the paragraph about the issue tree is quite thorough. If you... (read entire answer)

Hi there, What exactly is the question you have? I feel the paragraph about the issue tree is quite thorough. If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare... (read entire answer)

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I'm 1 year out of college with work experience, when should I apply to MBB?

on Sep 12, 2024

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Top answer by

Florian

Coach

Hi there, If you are shooting for rolling admissions, it's always a great idea to directly reach out to HR to clarify... (read entire answer)

Hi there, If you are shooting for rolling admissions, it's always a great idea to directly reach out to HR to clarify current demand, potential timelines, and suitability. They... (read entire answer)

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

on Sep 12, 2024

DACH

5 Answers

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Top answer by

Florian

Coach

Hi there, Go for it! Great and valuable experience to shareThey would not make that connection automatically but even... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Go for it! Great and valuable experience to shareThey would not make that connection automatically but even if, it's totally fine to leave consulting after a bit and e... (read entire answer)

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Hi, I got an offer from McKinsey Paris!

on Sep 12, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Florian

Coach

Hey there, Congrats on the achievement! If you are interested in preparing for your new role, I'd suggest the followi... (read entire answer)

Hey there, Congrats on the achievement! If you are interested in preparing for your new role, I'd suggest the following: When I got the offer some years ago I did the same. I re... (read entire answer)

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MBB interview ended 10 min early. I fumbled on the quant at times but was able to pull through. Any thoughts on if I can make it to R2?

on Sep 12, 2024

USA

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Top answer by

Ariadna

Coach

Hi there, I don't think that's a bad sign in itself. Where you able to finish the case? Including recommendation? A... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I don't think that's a bad sign in itself. Where you able to finish the case? Including recommendation? After the case, the last part is typically you asking questio... (read entire answer)

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MBB applicant for ADC (Greater China) looking for insights

on Sep 11, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Ariadna

Coach

Hi there, To answer your questions: (1) Is it a given to get two first round interviews even if they had time to ev... (read entire answer)

Hi there, To answer your questions: (1) Is it a given to get two first round interviews even if they had time to evaluate my first interview performance before extending the s... (read entire answer)

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