I’m interviewing for Operations BA at McKinsey. Can I request to switch to a generalist BA if I get the offer?

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No. Because you used up ops resources to interview you.

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Tell HR up front so that you can have the relevant interviews now.

Lol don’t be a silly smart ass

What would they do

Should I just not take the offer then?

And also declining an offer that isn't there yet . 😂

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It really doesn’t matter all that much once you’re here - I’ve worked exclusively outside of my practice for everything but my first study

Did you apply for Ops because you thought it was easier to get in?

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