I applied through university. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Bain & Company (Cairo, Cairo Governorate) in Oct 2017
Interview
It was a very challenging interview. It consisted of 2 rounds, of approximately 3x 45 minute session each. First round was much easier than the second, as that consisted of interviewing with Principals & even a Partner of the company. The second round was done at a faster pace and they wanted more conceptual & strategic thinking to be displayed, in addition to the primary skills in the first round.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are some of the difficulties/challenges faced when conducting an M&A?
Interviewers were really nice, but the process was difficult. Standard level cases and they expected you to take them through multiple business problems. If you practice casing frequently with multiple partners, you should be fine.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Please walk me through how you would approach this case.
2 cases for R1. Pretty straightforward cases about revenue optimization opportunities. There was a little bit of market sizing but all data needed was given. No behaviorals asked in round 1 for me.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What office did you choose and why? Do you have competing offers?
2 rounds, 1st round 2 small cases, not very difficult , market entry cases.
2nd long case with a deck to read and prepare answers..45 mins to read, 15 mins to answer