Thoughts on Crafting Cases’ Analytics Academy? Could you use only this resource to sufficiently prepare for the quantitative part of a case interview at MBB?

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I interviewed at MBB a couple of years ago, got through the case interview and all and was finally rejected and the feedback given was that I was too passionate about the specific industry the role was tailored to and that it might be difficult to lead me. I already knew during the interview process that I had fucked up because there were a couple of occasions where I made the interviewers look dumb and that it was evident I knew more than them about certain things. I wish I could undo it!

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I have a case interview as a compensation/rewards consultant with MBB. Does anyone have any prep materials or recommendations on case interviews specific to rewards/compensation?

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Any Porsche consulting case interview insights? prepare similar to MBB/T2?

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Hello, I’m a pharmacy graduate currently applying for entry level consulting roles. I have first round interview at an MBB next week and I am interested in doing a practice case interview with a current or past consultant. If anyone is happy to help please let me know

McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Did anyone screw their MBB case interview but still got an offer ?
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Hi, I'm applying to Oliver Wyman after spending 4 years in operations at Amazon (prior background is big4 consulting and top MBA). Can anyone who has gone through their experienced hire process speak to the cases portion for EM/principal? Is it a typical MBB case interview or more of a conversation?

Background: don't have the time to sink in 50 hours of traditional MBB case prep like you would as an MBA sharpening up for cases. I'm hearing conflicting things on how exp hires are evaluated

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Hi, I'm applying to Oliver Wyman (background big4 consulting, top MBA, Amazon). Can anyone speak to the case interview process for experienced hires for EM/ principal? I can't tell if it's a typical MBB case interview or more of a conversation.

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Got feedback after a commercial case interview (similar as MBB) for a PE role, I came off as too "frameworky" (assuming not very organic conversation) and my frameworks were a bit too general. Rest was fine from what I understand. Any tips to improve on this?

is it harder to get into MBB as an engagement manager after 5-6 years of work experience?
I’ve heard the case/interview questions are more complicated is that true?

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Has anyone ever (successfully) used frameworks from other disciplines as instead of usual structures you see in case interview prep? I have some generalist MBB interviews coming up- My background is in health & science not business- so applying things like logic models&theory of change models is much more natural for me rather than 3cs, etc. I feel they can be adapted for many case prompts, & I can apply them more confidently- but I don’t want to seem as if I’m thinking too out of the box

Has anyone ever (successfully) applied frameworks from other disciplines as opposed to the usual structures you see in case interview prep? I have some generalist MBB interviews coming up- My background is in health & life sciences not business- so applying things like logic models and theory of change models is much more natural for me rather than 3cs, etc. I feel they can be adapted for many case interview prompts, &I can apply them more confidently- but don’t want to be too out of the box.

A bit stressed about my application timeline for MBB… I’m still practicing casing and am not ready for the real thing yet, but I heard it could take months for the firms to get back regarding a first round interview. Should I apply now or wait to apply until I’m ready for the case interview?

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Does anyone need a partner for consulting case prep ( MBB). I need case interview partners to prepare with

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What's the MBB case interview like for analytics? Is it a take home and then explain your work type thing?

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Does interviewing candidates while at MBB make you a better interviewer (such as when doing a case interview for PE funds)?

How difficult is the case interview process in Strategy&? Is at the same level of complexity as MBB?

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Hey everyone, I am a recent graduate and just started working( 1 year work experience so far) but want to transition to strategy consulting (tier 2/ Big four/MBB) but I am starting from scratch with my prep for the case interviews and I’m curious on understanding if I can effectively/efficiently prepare for a case interview with free resources online as I am sceptical about paying some of the steep prices for coaching?

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MBB friends,
How long do we get in our final round for one case interview?

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I have COVID for the first time rn, but I'm currently in MBB case interview preparation mode, so I want to give my body time to sleep, rest, and do well, but even with sleep aids, my mind is wide awake and wants to convert random improper fractions to decimals in my head, do case problems, and more 🤕

How would you suggest shutting down when your mind is overstimulated and you're trying to sleep? Melatonin isn't doing it - nor is NyQuil. I'm cutting back on D3 to see if that improves my sleep.

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I have COVID for the first time rn, but I'm currently in MBB case interview mode, so I want to give my body time to sleep so I can rest and do well, but even with sleep aids, my mind is wide awake and wants to convert random improper fractions to decimals in my head, market sizing drills, and more 🤕

I'm cutting back to my usual dose of D3 because I think the higher COVID dose is disrupting my sleep, but how else do you recommend shut down your mind when your ADHD mind won't turn off work.

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Capital One case interview experience vs MBB? From what I understand, Cap 1’s cases are strictly business scenarios which is sometimes not the case in MBB. Any other insights?

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I had a case interview for MBB specialist role but didn’t excel at the math part as I thought I would. I’m generally good with math, I just had a lapse in judgment for one particular part of the case… I got the rest fairly right and landed a good conclusion + had positive interaction with interviewer: Is there a chance I make it through?

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Where are the best online case interview coaches? Looking specifically to get into MBB within two weeks. I’m somewhat experienced at it and would like the practice/feedback

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Anyone up for case interview practice?
I have my interview next week with one of MBB and I'm trying to practice cases. However, we all know that cases are best practiced in group.

Hit me up if you are in the same boat as mine or practicing cases in general.

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My friend is recruiting for MBB this summer - he is a vet back at school and grew up around the world. Very interesting background, pretty bright, but he's gotten feedback in case interview practice to work on his moderately heavy accent. Anyone have any advice for him/would be willing to connect with him? US Offices.

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McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Has anyone used the “hacking the case interview” platform to prepare for MBB interviews? McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group Bain & Company

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Hi MBB folks. I wanted to check something on structuring. I’m getting feedback from other candidates that having an initial structure of more than 3 buckets is considered bad? Is there any truth to this? Not sure if this should be on the case interview group instead but wanted feedback from folks in the firms. I’m preparing for Mckinsey specifically right now.

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Someone asked me and I had no clue so posting here. If someone wants to join MBB laterally as an EM or Principal from industry or prior non-MBB consulting background then will they be required to go through the case interview grind or is it more behavioral / fit at that level?

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In an MBB virtual case interview, is it acceptable to ask if a calculator or spreadsheet is allowed for any questions? I feel like we’re at the point where it’s wasting both our time assessing mental math capabilities.

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Is it typical for Recruiting at MBB to be a shitshow? Recently concluded a months-long interview process with BCG Platinion that left a bad taste in my mouth. Constantly having to follow up with the recruiter, lack of transparency in regards to role or level, contradictory feedback, and a rushed case interview. Also received a rejection notification AND an email stating the second interviewer was going to reach out to me to reschedule. Boston Consulting Group

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McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Anyone working on case interview? DM me to be case partners! Also, current MBB fishes, if you are willing to help me with a mock case or share insights on the company, that would be deeply appreciated McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group Bain & Company

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I have an interview with one of the MBB tomorrow for an internship, any suggestions or tips?
This will be my first case interview ever and I feel lost

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Hello muslim Fam! Interviewing at Mckinsey and looking for someone (few people if Im lucky) to perform a quick move case interview with me and help me assess if Im ready. Would really appreciate it - been struggling to find MBB people to case with. Jazakum allah khayrane

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Received a first round / case interview invite for an MBB firm with a very specific date and time window that conflicts with my schedule. Okay to have this rescheduled?

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Trying out MBB. Anyone willing to case me? I have no case interview experiences and am looking for a coach. Any help is appreciated!

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What is the process when you jump between MBB?
Do we really need to do whole process from test to case interview all over again?
If you ask why, in my country, BCG & Bain paid more and doing studies that I have more interested in (Digital, Tech clients,...).

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Which summer internship would be most attractive to MBB for FT recruiting - LEK, EYP or tech?
Currently a first year MBA at a target school. I did not land a summer internship with MBB (messed up during case interview) and want to try again in the fall. I’m optimistic about my chances with LEK and EYP for the summer but now also considering tech strategy roles. PreMBA experience was in boutique, niche consulting.

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PA Consulting folks and those who’ve interviewed with them - what do the case study and written exercise entail? Suppose the former is not as hardcore as an MBB/sizing case interview? Also, any chance I can get them to offer me Principal position rather than Consultant with 4 YOE in Consulting +1.5 industry?

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Anyone here who felt like they screwed up during the case interview at MBB’s/tier two and still ended up getting the job? 😬 I’ve got 10 days for my first interview and I’m nowhere close to feeling as confident as I should be with casing🙈

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I had passed the CV screening at Bain, LEK and S& London offices last year. I will share the SS for credibility :)

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Network connection at MBB offer to discuss CV. How do I get a referral without explicitly asking for it?

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Should I pursue MBA if I already have MBB & PE experience?
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McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Looking to transition back to consulting after spending some time on the PE operating side. What level would someone be hired at with 10+ years of consulting (non-MBB) and PE operating / value creation experience + top MBA? Left consulting three years ago as a senior manager. North America based. Thank you in advance!
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Hey folks, is it possible to negotiate salary at an MBB? For context, I have 8 years of experience (4 in consulting and 4 in industry) and have been offered a post-MBA role.

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Anyone have an hourly rate range for an MBB Engagement Manager (yoe 5yrs consulting and 8yrs corp finance)?

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