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I don’t think they’re common in McKinsey interviews, but I would be prepared for them regardless. In my final round with McKinsey, the senior partner I interviewed with had me size the market for soda in NYC instead of running through a full case. He also had me go over 3 of my PEI stories instead of only doing 1 story, so I’d definitely be ready for anything, especially if your interviewer is more senior.
What kind of PEI questions where you asked? I’m confused if it’s centered around one example or different examples per questions
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That's heavily Bain focused! Much less likely for M & B.
I haven’t seen as many market sizing questions for interviews at the MBA level though - recruiting has basically said they’re unlikely but everyone should be prepared for it
They’re fair game in any of your multiple interviews across rounds. I only had 1/5 interviews ask for sizing but have had friends who were at the 2/5 to 3/5 mark.
I didn’t get one for McK but did for Bain. Not sure if that’s representative of all interviews