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Generalist vs Specialist Firm Interviews

Tom Spencer

There is a lot to think about when preparing for consulting interviews , and you may want to check out some of our other blog posts and guides for preparing your resume , creating your cover letter , and improving your network. As an advanced degree student, I will share my experiences applying for jobs with an engineering Ph.D.

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Case Interview Foundations: 6 Types of Case Interviews

Management Consulted

So, after writing the perfect resume and cover letter, and preparing at least 6 Hero Stories, it’s time to face the music. The framework should be in 2 levels , and beyond revenues and costs it could highlight a potential internal company or product problem, competition or a global market issue, etc. and the other is 8 oz.

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Case Interview Advice from Another McKinsey New Hire

CaseInterview.com

CV/covering letter. He explained that many firms have a marking system with, say, five possible marks for academics, four possible marks for previous work experience, five for extra-curriculars and perhaps one or two for a sound covering letter. So it is much easier. End My Comment. Okay, I am joking. but only a little.

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Improving Confidence

CaseInterview.com

(Hint - I used the exact same principles I suggest you use when writing a strong cover letter or resume. 2) You need to sound confident in the conclusions you draw from your analysis. For more info on resume writing, see my video on the top 5 mistakes candidates make in writing resumes.).

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L.E.K. Strategy Consulting Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

Consumer Products. As a Summer Associate, you will essentially have the same job as a full time Associate, which consists of basic research and analysis. Diligence : They continually strive to do their best by delivering the highest quality products and by never stopping to challenge, question and respond to clients needs.