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McKinsey case study: preparing for success

Every year, McKinsey receives thousands of applications - 12,000 to be precise in 2022 - and only 1% of them actually join the firm.

Preparing for the IEP: fit made in McKinsey

McKinsey is very demanding throughout its recruitment process, and places great emphasis on fit. The firm has created the Personal Experience Interview (PEI) to assess candidates' personal and professional skills.

Preparing for strategy consulting interviews

Preparing for Strategy Consulting interviews is a marathon for all candidates wishing to join top firms such as McKinsey, BCG, Bain, etc. Put all the chances on your side and prepare effectively!

Mastering the different types of case studies in strategy consulting

The case study is the most dreaded test for candidates during strategy consulting interviews, not least because there are an infinite number of possible cases. You'll need to master the most common types of case study.

Passing the strategy consulting case study test

The case study is the ultimate test in strategy consulting firm interviews. Dreaded by candidates, the case study is an exercise that responds to precise consultant codes on which the candidate is evaluated.

Market sizing in 5 steps

Market sizing is an essential part of the recruitment process for strategy consulting firms. In just a few minutes, the market sizing exercise enables your interviewer to assess your analytical and reasoning skills.

How do I join a strategy consulting firm?

Joining a strategy consulting firm and becoming a strategy consultant is a real obstacle course. 1% is the rate of selectivity between the number of applications received each year and the number of places available.

How do schools prepare their students for strategy consulting?

Every year, top business and engineering schools place a large number of their students with strategy consulting firms. They do so in part through partnerships forged by government agencies and Consulting Clubs.

Preparing for a successful fit in Strategy Consulting

The fit part of strategy consulting interviews is the most important, but few candidates know it. The fit is what separates the best candidates from the rest.