All Things MBB

What are the implications to your notice period if you leave BCG to join a competitor? (A/C in Europe)

Has anybody made a switch to a hedge fund? How did you manage to break in? Upskilling, certification, project experience perspective?

I'm an MBA deciding b/w offers at McKinsey and BCG. Background in State and Local Gov and would like to continue serving those clients. Is one better than the other?

Hi! Anyone able to shed some light on the McKinsey Private Capital interview process? Will the cases mainly be PE-focused, e.g. M&A, growth strategy or can it be anything, e.g. non-profit, cost op… more

Is bain interview more like bcg or mckinsey?Want to help a friend casing.

Has anyone gotten an experienced hire role at the post MBA level, without an MBA?
I spent a couple years at a T2 shop, exited to industry, and seriously considering hopping back into consulting. In an … more

Anyone ever resigned in the middle of the study? Currently on an engagement, we’re short-staffed (as usual) so I know the team needs me but I’m on the verge of a nervous breakdown. I want to give my 2… more

Why do we continue to call it an end of day checkout when it is clearly just the second checkin?

Any update on Bain Chicago MBA interview results? Did anyone received calls?

Considering a move to the UK - what are UK MBB EM/PL salary bands?

What does EM/ PL look like Mck and bcg and how is the promotion process structured? It feels very different from Bain with a dedicated M year and it seems like the scope of an SM is typically closer t… more

I had a Bain interview today. My first case study went great - interviewer said excellent framework and that I did a great job (unprompted). Second case however… I think my structure was good and initial chart re… more

Does a PIP show up in background check in NY State, if I resigned before PIP was done? Previous employer put me on a PIP but I resigned quickly after (official termination paperwork says “voluntary re… more

Is it worth switching from McKinsey to BCG? Enjoy the work but hate McK’s networking, staffing process, and promotion process

Is the MBB name really worth it for recruiting into PE operations?

For Bain Consultant role (post-MBA), the offer letter lists 3 weeks vacation (yrs 1–2), ~11 holidays, and “personal days off as needed.” Are personal days a separate bucket on top of vacation, and is … more

NY based, JPMC Strategy. Is this a good exit opportunity? Currently consultant level at bcg- what can I expect for salary ranges?

It unbelievably busy at McKinsey, especially at the analyst, associate, and associate partner level. Still a little fat on the EM Level. How are BCG and Bain looking?

Can anyone currently at McK share the comp numbers for 2026 and the bonuses by rating for 2025? Ex-McK considering coming back. Feel free to DM

Hi! Does anyone have real McKinsey cases that you’re willing to share (/mock) with me to help with interview prep? Or where I can find them apart from case books. Much appreciated!

Can senior folks at Bain (e.g., SM and above) invest in deals that Bain sources or DD? I’ve heard that it’s possible in some cases, but not sure how it works or whether it’s tied to Bain Cap

Does anyone have access to the Peter K. MBB casebook / know where I can find them? Specifically the 22’ - 25’ ones? Thanks!

Hi! For McK interviews what’s the amount of time you can take to think? I’ve heard for BCG 1.5-2 mins for structuring and 0.5 - 1 mins for brainstorming, exhibits, math structure is the sweet spot. An… more

Does anyone else feel like BCG salaries are lower than McK or Bain? As a post-MBA C, we make 190K + 23.75K bonus.

McK and Bain are 192K + ~30K bonus. Not assuming top box at any firm, but this is a ma… more

Is transferring offices less broken at other MBB?

What factors are driving McKinsey’s recent workforce reductions and decrease in total headcount, even as its closest competitors, especially BCG, continue to aggressively expand their hiring? Is this … more

Hey, I’ll be starting at McK London for the BA role. Just wanted to ask for advice and what you guys would maybe do differently if you could start again? Thanks