Is hiring bar same for entry level and post mba positions at MBB?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

this might be kind of a hot take, but some might say the bar is lower for post MBA hires given higher volume and less competition

like

Yup

I wonder how the hiring bar compares between undergrad campus hires/experienced hires/mba hires

like

I honestly think MBA hires would be lowest (and that's not an insult given the talent level of the other two categories). It's just true that thr bulk of MBA hires had close to zero shot at even landing MBB interviews out of undergrad, let alone acing them.

In contrast, from what I've seen, most experienced hires into generalist practices are from the same talent pool as campus hires - they typically just didn't have good enough interview days resulting in landing at a T2 or something similar.

Experienced hires into specialist positions would be a different story, but hard to compare more specialized skill sets to generalist recruiting, so it's a bit moot.

Pre MBA talent on average is solidly better than the post MBA talent.

like

The bar is the same. Post-MBA people have more experience so tend to have an easier time hitting that bar.

the point is that at any point in time, they will likely be the same talent.

In 2012, BA John and Associate Kim are both 60/100 on talent.

In 2014, SBA John and associate Kim are both 80/100 on talent.

Related Posts

Hi can someone refer me for an analyst role at Myntra ??

Any 🐟 in LDR? Looking to move to the US (where he is) or Canada so we could close the gap, but getting discouraged by the job market/policies on hiring foreigners 😔 advice greatly needed

like

How do physical science PhDs fair in applying to and receiving offers from MBB?

How do they do once they are there? Do they struggle to make the transition?

like

Hi, how much can Barclays offer for a BA4 Data analyst position with 8 YoE and current fixed at 13LPA? Have an interview round this week, what questions can I expect? Please pour in some suggestions, thanks guys!Barclays

like

hi, fishes,

for 9 + years exp is 32 good pkg with AD role in UBS?

Is Integration Engineer position at Zoom worth joining coming from Software Engineer position?

like

If I am searching for an external audit position as a senior associate in public accounting particularly in the healthcare industry what is a competitive wage? Currently I am 1 year in as a senior associate at a top 5 firm and making less than 80k. I do not have my CPA yet but working at it. I have 3 exams left to pass.

likefunny

Does studying for top consulting firms’ case interviews help in any way for interviews with other firms (e.g., FAANG case interviews) ?

like

Anybody from DBS Bank here? who can give insight regarding ML Engineer role in DBS. Got selected in hack2hire for ML Engineer position. Yoe: 5 years. Other offers: Tiger Analytics, Sigmoid.

like

Hi fishes,

How is tredence for Data Scientist role in terms of wlb ,learning and hikes in comparison to Tiger and overall? Do they provide onsite opportunities?

like

So I was laid off. Is it okay to talk about it at my next job interview? Feels like everyone knows anyway.

like

Hi everyone. I applied for a couple of roles at a tech company, I have a panel interview coming up but since that’s been arranged another HR coordinator has reached out to do a screening interview for the 2nd role I applied for.

How do I approach this, the screening call is a couple of days before my panel interview?

like

Need your help 🐠 I feel like I‘m always sick (flue like symptoms ~2x per month). The doctors either just treat the symptoms or give me referral for a specialist for one or more symptoms, I feel like I‘m getting nowhere with that. Any advice on what tests I can ask for that helped you in the past? Any recommendations for a more complete checkup in Manhattan (ideally covered by most insurances)? TIA!

like

Hey guys! So I have a Top Secret Clearance and recently joined Amazon in a position that doesn’t require it. Would Amazon offer to host my clearance considering that they are looking for multiple people with this type of clearance? I’m open to cleared work but was hired for a commercial Strategy and just not sure if I should bring it up? Thought?

like

MBA? / yoe consulting / title / company / age / salary

like

Loads of Tech Roles open at WebMD. Message me if you need referral for any of these roles.

Post Photo
likehelpful

How honest can you be with a recruiter? If you are looking for a job that will help tee you up for an in-house position, is it okay to say that? I'm meeting with a recruiter for the first time later today and I'm unsure about the whole process...

like

Anyone from CTS please refer me as I could see lots of openings right now but I am not getting calls if I applied through Naukri or indeed.

like

More Posts

Happy Football Sunday!!!! Go Eagles!!! Have fun today everyone!

likefunny

Anybody work in the global corporate tax team at Gartner? Was recently approached about joining their team. Currently in M&A tax and curious if anyone has any opinions on that LOB at Gartner or reasons for / against making the move. Any compensation data would also be helpful for MCOL.

like

Revived two Consulting offers from Deloitte and Accenture. Both top of my list for my practice (SF) but I feel like I undersold myself on the salary range. What are good salaries for both companies?

like

Thoughts on Steptoe & Johnson? Particularly DC office. Considering applying. Thanks!

like

Hi Everyone,

I'm Snr Lead Recruiter with a US staffing company and looking to transition my career into the role of a Business Analyst. I have a PG Diploma from Great Lakes in Business Analytics and Business Intelligence. Would appreciate any leads.

What tips would you give to someone going into customer service?

like

By when are the ratings decided and when are they communicated?

like

Why jpmc is so slow isn't it another sbi Bank

funny

How would ne product Mangager salary slab?
YOE: 6years

like

I have a final round interview prep call with a recruiter today. What are some good questions I should ask her to set myself up for the final round?

Best account management and client side marketing recruiters? Asking for me.

like

How is IQVIA ? Planning to join for position of G-140 Software developer (.Net stack)

like

You can apply simple project management skills to your life through daily routines. Achieving your goals requires a little bit of repetition with an allowance of some variance along the way.

Post Photo
like

I live in a condo w maybe 50 units currently half full. Our gym is still open. Rarely more than one person in it. My SO was pissed I went and said that’s breaking quarantine. Ridic or should not go?

like

Hi everyone! Can anyone tell me what you make as a typical banquet/events manager for salary or per hour? I’ve worked for Marriott/Bonvoy at the Ritz and for the Curio Collection with Hilton as a bartender/server/banquets captain. Now I’m working for a privately owned hotel and as a manager role in Banquets/Events. Because of pandemic times, what is everyone else making?

Hi Friends, i attended 2 client interviews and both went wrong. I don't know what to do. I am new to EY GDS......Is anyone faced the same ?

like

I’m considering taking short-term leave, for the sake of my mental wellbeing and to just reevaluate what I want to do with my career. Do I have to get a doctor’s note?

like

Hi fishes,
Any jobs Mining industries, supply chain management and purchase. I have 12 years experience in this domain.

like

How much variable pay is expected to be paid (and when) if I join SAP in June

like

What does comp look like for a Commercial AE at Zoom?
What’s the commission payout? Zoom

like

Additional Posts in All Things MBB

Recently got referred at BCG. Haven’t received the link to apply yet (< 24 hrs), should I reach out to my contact and ask him what’s going on ?

like

What is fastest way to improve both structured communication and thinking? Any helpful books or drills?
It’s the one consistent feedback I get while casing , “to be more structured” I’m there for math ability , business logic , creativity.

like

How is performance measured at MBB?

like

Quick one, Is it okay to always ask for time to collect thoughts before answering questions during case interviews or should we shoot from the hip? I stutter naturally so speaking without a bit of time to collect thoughts can be hard.

like

For those who have gone through Mck First Round/Final Round - could you talk about how the interview took place? I am a bit worried as it might be hard to connect with the interviewer when the process is not in-person. Did you have a phone call or a Zoom call with video, and did it feel awkward? Thanks for your help!

like

McK 🐠 can you work in PEPI practice in any office? Anyone in PEPI in the Midwest offices willing to chat? I’m currently in a T2 firm PE practice.

like

MBB interviewers: Given constant GPA, SAT & UG Program, what increases chance of an industry hire landing a generalist interview: 1-2 YOE at Big 4, ACT, Booz, etc OR 1-2 YOE at Spotify, Snap, Bird...

helpful

MBB fish: what happens when an Associate/Consultant is found to be enrolled in a PT MBA, after not telling anyone during the interview process? Is that cause for termination?

like

What is the perception of a McKinsey solution role that is a CSP? Can I exit to tech? Would the role be better than the T2 role I have now?

like

Anyone worked in Econ consulting before (eg., Cornerstone Research, Analysis Group, etc.)? Or pick Econ consulting over MBB? Would love to learn about the pay vs MBB and long term career path/exit opportunities. Thanks!

like

How do physical science PhDs fair in applying to and receiving offers from MBB?

How do they do once they are there? Do they struggle to make the transition?

like

1st round with BCG tomorrow - live fit interview and online case. I'm getting nervous. Any last minute tips/advice?

like

What is the MBB admissions rate for HSW, approximately?

like

Incoming analyst at McK next month (US office). Are consultants expected to be in office right now or is the firm still doing WFH?

I've been living with SO in another city. Want to know when I should move back to the McK home office city.

like

In my application to McKinsey, do I include past unpaid internships as Work Experience?

like

Anyone else get in a mood to want to see the world burn

likefunny

Heard somewhere the new post-MBA base comp is $180k . Can anyone confirm ?

like

Got a campus round interview with McKinsey, but the recruiter didn’t specify which location and offered to connect for next steps. What should I expect in the phone call? Is it a round 0 interview or will this be nonevaluative? I specified 3 offices on my app (like everyone else) but said “open to all offices” in the post survey. Could anyone shed light on this yr’s process a bit? I thought that our first round interview location would be defaulted to whatever we put first on the app, but it se

like

What’s the standard RTO (return to office) plan for MBB as of now?

like

Does McKinsey insurance (USA) cover laser eye surgery?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal