Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Before starting your application journey, the very first thing is to understand the recruitment process and selection criteria of those management consulting firms. During this first step, you will need to provide materials like your Cover Letter, Resume and Transcripts/Test scores (GMAT, GRE, etc.). With some tier one firms like M.B.B,

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CaseInterview.com

AUGUST 15, 2019

As a former consulting resume and cover letter reader for McKinsey, and someone who has reviewed thousands of applications, I have noticed an interesting trend. Most cover letters stink, and many resumes emphasize the wrong things. Most people obsess over resume format -- what font size, margins, etc. Here's why it works.

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Management Consulted

JULY 10, 2016

It’s no secret McKinsey recruits PhD and APD level candidates, but the process is unique compared to the way the firm hires other candidates. We’re starting this article off assuming that you’ve already knocked some socks off during networking (see here ) and created a masterful resume and cover letter (see here ). *We’re

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 15, 2020

When you walk into an interview, even before you speak, shake hands or talk through your resume, something else is doing a lot of talking in your behalf: your appearance. Please make sure to polish your shoes carefully before the interview. Always wear a blazer to an interview. Reading Time: 4 minutes. Briefcase/Bags.

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 30, 2019

I wasn't ready to give up, so I decided to reach out to some recruiters that were listed on the firm's websites (mistake). I got in touch with her, she had me add my GMAT (770; I should have had it on all along) to my resume , and got me in touch with the recruiter. I prepared by reading Case InPoint.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

Learn more about the interview preparation course and guide that helped land offers at BCG, Accenture, and McKinsey. Master fit questions, conquer case studies, and become the smartest interviewer in the room. Over 50 fit questions that you’re guaranteed to hear in consulting interviews.

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Close to a year ago, I was unsuccessful with my applications for internships with consulting firms, getting only one interview and failing that too. As the full time recruitment season in Autumn 2010 approached, I returned to your site and subscribed to your mailing list too. which I have been very keen on working at.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 7, 2019

The traditional route is to apply and go through the standard interview process as an MBA summer intern or post-MBA consultant. However, there aren’t a lot of sources out there that cover the non-traditional way and that is something you will learn about in this article. First Step: Getting the Interview.

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CaseInterview.com

JUNE 13, 2019

I also found a lot of value in the LOMS materials that I purchased after going through the Case Interview Secrets videos. From these materials and a lot of hard work, I was able to interview with most of the Big 4 consulting firms and MBB. Success Story: Thank you very much for providing so much great material for free.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 27, 2019

As addressed in my article from last week , non-MBA graduate students face a comparatively more challenging journey in their quest to enter the management consulting industry. Occasionally, business schools will host consulting recruiting events that are open to all schools within the university, and non-MBAs can piggy back.

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CaseInterview.com

AUGUST 20, 2019

The following is a success story from a CaseInterview.com student who recently received an offer from Monitor Deloitte and his tips for consulting interview success. Networks , networks, networks after missing most campus recruiting deadlines. Finds your website one week before back to back case interviews.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Question: I am a loyal subscriber of your emails and a big fan who also benefited a lot from your case interview materials. However, the interview experiences have solidified my determination to become a consultant. You mentioned in your emails that MBA and brand employers are the key factors that get us to the interview.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

This was still not nearly competitive enough to gain every interview there was to get. I continued to push, over the last 6 months I have probably run up to 70 cases. I knew that if I ever did land an interview, I would have to be flawless because my chances were few and far between. I struggled to obtain interviews.

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 31, 2019

I probably put in over 100 hours preparing , and only about 80 of those were for the case, I believe those additional 20 hours of prep for the experience portions helped put me over the top when competing with other candidates from more target schools. Basically, to get interviews, network, network and then network some more.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 27, 2008

For my new readers, here are some recommended and popular articles for you to browse: Management Consulting and the Consulting Industry 101. Top 10 Resume Tips. Top 10 Interview Tips. Overview of the Management Consulting Recruiting Process. In future weeks, I plan to release case studies, interview guides, and the like.

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CaseInterview.com

MARCH 21, 2019

Sometimes, when struggling through yet another case interview practice , candidates might wonder: "Why consulting again?" Indeed, many other job opportunities have straightforward interviewing and hiring processes that don't require hours of practice and coaching. Private equity firms also enjoy recruiting former consultants.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

It helped me a lot in getting ready for case interviews , and now I have an offer from BCG [ Eastern Europe ] and A.T. As a recruiter, if you saw a CV from a guy from BCG [ Eastern Europe ] and A.T. Question: Thank you very much for your daily emails and for the website. Kearney [ Western Europe ].

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CaseInterview.com

MARCH 5, 2019

They desire applicants who have tangible experience on their resume, with specific and quantifiable goals. Some consulting firms recruit individuals quite early. Here are some of the top MBA programs that consulting firms recruit from, and the first-year consulting salary figures associated with these MBA programs. rawpixel.

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CaseInterview.com

JULY 17, 2019

Following is a success story I received from a new BCG hire who has some insightful tips for those still recruiting as well as my follow-up where I elaborate on the importance of perseverance and hard work in obtaining a consulting offer. I interviewed with six major consulting companies + three others during my MBA program 1.5

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Your materials have been helpful in many different ways, from the psychologic preparation to the technical approach to solving the case. In my particular experience, your guidance was essential to me in revealing the personality behind the much-feared recruiter and interviewer. Live, written, creating cases for yourself.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 7, 2014

. BRIDGESPAN INTERVIEWS & CULTURE . BRIDGESPAN INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING . Bridgespan’s interview process is fairly straightforward and is pretty much the industry norm when it comes to interviewing with a consulting firm. KEY STATS FOR BRIDGESPAN. Bridgespan Website: www.bridgespan.org.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

But after I made it past the impressive resume part and the first 30-minute personal experience interview , I had to face the unpleasant reality that I wouldn't just have this job handed to me as a result of my accomplishments. I had to learn how to do a case interview. So basically the whole case!

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Specializing in economic, financial and market analysis, specifically for cases in litigation, Cornerstone Research touts itself as the one player major law firms turn to when navigating the obstacle course that is the American and European legal systems. International Arbitration and Litigation. Labor and Employment. Real Estate. Securities.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 7, 2016

TOWERS WATSON CONSULTING INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING. Be prepared for several rounds of interviews, the first of which usually consists of connecting with a recruiter for a phone screen. This will be followed by an interview for more specific questioning regarding your past experience and your case interview skills.

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Management Consulted

MAY 10, 2015

In 2005, the Hay Group was asked to provide the research for Chief Executive Magazine’s “Best Companies for Leaders” In 2008, “Senior Leadership Teams” an article written by Hay Group staff members was published by Harvard Business School Press. HAY GROUP INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 30, 2016

If you’ve got your heart set on consulting, this article is for you. Dropping these terms in interviews can be good, but only as a Master’s student, and only when appropriately practical. Today, we’re continuing our new series on top undergrad majors, specialized Master’s programs, and U.S.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 12, 2017

” In the workplace, this “can stymie diversity, recruiting, promotion, and retention efforts.” Job listings play an important role in recruiting talent and often provide the first impression of a company’s culture. ” Go blind for the resume review. Standardize interviews. Learn by doing.”

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 4, 2022

Case Studies. 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. Many of these processes also include early round interviews. Frameworks.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 21, 2018

The date will depend on the employee’s level of contribution and where we are in recruiting a replacement. Employees of course have to be allowed to leave the office during work hours for interviews or other search-related activities, but I ask that they minimize these absences and keep them brief to avoid raising questions.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 21, 2018

Toby Johnson, who I interviewed for my book Reinventing You , taught me this one. Those leadership abilities, she knew, could be applied inside a corporation — and she was ultimately able to make that case successfully. To make that kind of case, though, you first have to recognize the value of your experience.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

By far, the most valuable thing (for me) was the insight into the mindset of consultants and interviewers, which is what your emails provided. It affords a real sense of perspective for a candidate like me, so when I walked into the interview, there was nothing intimidating about the guy or girl in front of me. based resources.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 9, 2023

You might be completing case studies, conducting experiments, and writing lengthy legal reports, all of which will prepare you for your career. This article reflects on 4 activities that were common time sinks in college. This skill will save you lots of your (and your client’s) time and money. This focus changes in graduate school.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 18, 2021

While you can talk with recruiters or alumni from your school about potential employment opportunities out there, you have no real way of knowing how it will feel to utilize your degree without actually working. Every article about securing your dream job talks about networking, so why not get a head start on it? Build Your Network.

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CaseInterview.com

MAY 9, 2019

I am often asked by readers if networking will really help them obtain a consulting interview or if it could affect them negatively. I suggest you network with anyone within a management consulting firm regardless of whether they are involved in recruiting or consulting resume screening. Very hard to predict.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

This success story comes from a McKinsey new hire from a non-target school who gives tips on getting an interview, and explains how to use the 80/20 rule in case interview preparation. Coming from a school which McKinsey did not recruit at, I had to reach out to many people to seek referral.

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CaseInterview.com

MARCH 10, 2019

Facing rejection from consulting firms is an emotional topic especially with the time and effort candidates put in preparing for the case interview. I applied at the top consulting firms , and was rejected from MBB (I was not even offered interviews with them). In these cases, it means you did not do well on the case.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

I first came across your materials [ last year ] as I was about to undergo undergraduate internship recruiting at [ U.S. While that has been a great experience, I ultimately found my greatest training and instruction in how to prepare for case interviews from your website and materials. University ].

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