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Networking to Get McKinsey, Bain & BCG Offers

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I applied to nine firms, and I had networked heavily with the four major players here in Germany, which are McKinsey, BCG, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants (which are huge here!), However, I got invited by all top firms (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Berger)! When I was at McKinsey, I used to read hundreds of applications at a time.

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McKinsey Offer from Top 200 University

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The following field report is from a McKinsey new hire from a Top 200 U.S. While McKinsey and the other top firms are heavily represented by graduates of Ivy League universities (and their international counterparts), it is not staffed exclusively this way. I am excited to start at McKinsey! university.

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Reader FAQ – “Designer” Consulting Resumes, Late Applications, and Plan Bs

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You’ve bombarded us with insightful questions about resumes, interviews, applications, and how to pick up the pieces and consider alternatives to consulting when you don’t make the cut. Q: I would like to know if you tailor resumes for consulting companies that are specialized in Brand Strategy & Design?

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From Creative Industry to McKinsey Offer - Experienced Hire

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Question: It was really fascinating to read your today's email about landing a McKinsey offer while coming from advertising. Strategic Planning in ad agency is the equivalent of marketing: we do consumer analysis, competitive analysis, define and estimate target audience, create strategies for new product launches and communication, etc.

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3 ways financial advisory consulting bests strategy consulting

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From the variety of work and access to C-level executives to the wide array of exit opportunities, strategy operations consulting far surpassed financial advisory consulting as our recommended career to pursue. Find it here: 5 reasons to choose strategy operations over financial advisory consulting. Missed part one?

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From Ad Agency & Non-Target School to McKinsey Offer

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It is because of the resources you have made available online that I was able to secure an offer from McKinsey as a Business Analyst. It was my achievements during my first two years [ there ] that I think caught McKinsey's attention, and prompted them to reach out and ask me to apply. which I signed and returned yesterday.

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Consulting Cover Letter

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Between a resume and cover letter , most job applicants will tell you that the resume is more important. While your resume provides a more complete summary of your education, skills, and experiences, the cover letter also plays a very important role during the application process. Tip 3 — LinkYour Cover Letter to Your Resume.