Hello everyone,

How would you answer the question Why McKinsey in the Middle East in interviews?
To me, it does not seem straight-forward.
For instance, international staffing, McKinsey’s most distinctive feature does not really exist in the Middle East. Consultants must work in the Middle East first and can only work from time to time out of the region as opposed to other offices which are more open.
Thanks!

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Why does it not seem straightforward?

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I believe any McKinsey office offers global staffing, including the UAE

I think everyone here is giving you great answers, however, if you personally don’t believe in McKinsey in ME for whatever reason then you’re going to come off as disingenuous during the interviews. If you know the facts but are not personally convinced, I would either try to find something else about the firm that attracts you, or try elsewhere. Faking can only take you so far, and if you do happen to pass the interviews then you won’t “truly” be satisfied with your career - unless you’re only going for the brand name.

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Yes, that’s why I’m asking for other people’s opinions to find rock-solid arguments

Then find another reason… do you like the Middle East?

I guess what I’m trying to say is that there is more to it than just the International opportunities :). But MCK1 is better positioned to answer this because they’re actually at the firm haha

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