Are market sizing questions common in McKinsey case interviews or is that more BCG/Bain style cases?

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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I didn’t get one for McK but did for Bain. Not sure if that’s representative of all interviews

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