Boston Consulting Group Discussions

I just got asked to complete Pymetrics for BCG does that mean someone reviewed my app and initiated first step for interview process or does everyone get an automated email to fill this thing out afte… more

Anyone from Bain willing to jump on a call/chat to discuss my fit at Bain? I believe I have a decent consulting skillset for an entry level position but other hurdles - such as international, MS from … more

How to approach "creativity questions" in the interview process for Bain and BCG? Should you still be structured (e.g. take a moment to structure), or should you just rattle off ideas?

Anyone interview with BCG NY on Friday? If so did you hear back?

What’s the typical turnaround time for BCG after R1 interviews (experienced hire)?

🐠: tactically, when’s the best time of the year to join as a lateral hire in BCG and McK. Interviewing for PL/ EM roles respectively and while I’m tempted to ask for tenure to be added (8yoe currentl… more

For a Zoom BCG interview in London: the dress code is ‘smart casual.’ Is a smart polo 👕 acceptable? I look good in it but just want to make sure it doesn’t seem too informal.

if BCG is in such a recruiting push why doesnt the recruiter call me back to tell me about my final round interview lol

So I’ve got a BCG interview this Friday. I don’t feel like I’ve had enough time to prep. Do you think I can get them to move it out?

I am preparing for my R1 interview for BCG next week. I am currently struggling in structuring part of the case.
Any recommendations on resources to use to improve the structure of framework?

So my feeling is that actual BCG cases in the R1 interviews are going to be easy. It’ll be more about soft skills. Then why are people trying to prep with really difficult random cases? I’d argue that… more

Interviewing for BCG for the first time and in the fit part, wondering about what good looks like. My hunch is that it’s more about being someone who’s decent to talk to, can hold a fluid conversation… more

Any BCG Platinion 🐟 around? I’m interviewing for a lead data engineer role and have 5 YoE at a T2 consulting firm - any advice?

Upcoming interview with BCG. Anyone down to case?

Has anyone had experience changing the city they were interviewing for? For McKinsey and BCG. How early did you talk to the recruiter about it, and what was the outcome?

What is the decision-making process like after MBB (more specifically in BCG and Bain) final round interviews? Can one or two partners overrule another or advocate for you strongly to sway another per… more

Anyone who interviewed for BCG R1 on Friday heard back yet? If so what office?

Hi guys. Need your advice.

C at D --> SC at EY
Is this a transition worth making if my goal is to transition to a tech firm or MBB in the future (as soon as possible)?

My resume is strong and I've already be… more

How long does it take for BCG to get back to you after round 1? Interviewed on Friday of last week and am anxiously waiting for their email

Think I performed poorly on the BCG pymetrics test — makes decisions on gut instinct (vs planning out), focus on single task (vs multiple tasks), approach situations methodically (vs learning quickly … more

BCG folks - I was looking to apply as an experienced hire (interviewing at McK soon so figured if I’m case prepping might as well try other opps as well). I was talking to someone at BCG who mentioned that BCG experienced hire recruiting typically happens in the fall (oct/nov timeframe), … more

I’m freaking out about the fit part of the BCG interview I’ve got 😔 any tips on how prepared is the right level of prepared? What is overkill? What is underprepared? What does good look like? So many… more

What are the top 5 BCG fit interview questions to prepare? I’m coming from Big 4 Advisory if that matters

Just went through all MBB interviews and honestly Bain people are the most sociable. McK and BCG are just nerds lol

Is a skin fade for a man not considered a professional haircut? I have a BCG interview and I usually get a skin fade but want to make sure it’s not a bad one. I’m in London if that matters. I’m so ove… more

I have a BCG interview in 2 weeks and I honestly don’t want to go through with it. I don’t actually want to work there, I would just take advantage of the brand but leave asap. Is this weird? In Europ… more

Anyone from BCG Chicago willing to answer a few questions? I'm a sophomore applying to the internship program. Thanks!! 🙂

Does every position at BCG require solving business cases during the interview process?

How does one show personality in MBB interviews? How much is too much? Humour? Info about personal life? Specifically interested for BCG