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Company hire and 2 rounds of case interviews , one with 2 partners and one with 2 mdps The key is to get into the first round with good networking and be prepared with case interviewed. They are all pretty smart and have their strong opinions quick.

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Very tough I thought the questions were repetitive and the interviewer seemed distracted a lot. I wish I would have known ahead of time because I felt like it was such a waste of my time.

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Critical to ensure you are prepared but otherwise it's a straightforward process - you know the structure beforehand if you have done the necessary research so you can prepare effectively

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  • Tell me about a time when you were in a position of leadership
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2 rounds of interview both fit/ behavioural and cases. Each round has 2 interviews. Good and friendly attitude to applicants. Principals tried to guide me through the interview and ask me questions along the way.

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Typical case interview and fit interview. The interviewer was very friendly and made me comfortable throughout the process. It was a 45 min interview. The case interview part took around 30 mins.

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The entire process was professional, I did well on HM round and I thought I was doing ok on Director round. I haven't hear back until 2 months after the final round.

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The process consisted of four case interviews on various topic, a interpersonal interview and a written case. Persons interviewing here have to be completely confident to deal with critisism on the spot and to explain their reasoning.

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  • What is one of the biggest challenges you have faced in professional capacity and how did you overcome this>
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Online assessment (around 30 mins long) Round 1: In-person math assessment, one in-person case study interviews and initial non-technical questions Round 2: Two in-person case studies (and initial non-technical questions)

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  • Normal non-technical questions e.g. why do you want to work at BCG? Tell me a time you had to deal with conflict on a team
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Initial Business case study test - limited time to answer a mix of relatively simple maths and business questions. Following rounds consisting of interviews split between personal fit and case studies.

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I went through the on-campus recruiting. It was a structured process. Three interviews the same day with 3 partners. It was different types of industries. The partners were supportive and the interview went well.

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The interview process at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is renowned for its rigorous and comprehensive approach, designed to assess candidates' problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Typically, it consists of multiple rounds, including initial screenings, case interviews, and behavioral assessments. The process often begins with a phone or virtual screening to evaluate a candidate's background, experience, and motivation for joining BCG. Successful candidates then progress to the case interview stage, where they are presented with business scenarios and asked to analyze and solve complex problems. These case interviews assess the candidate's ability to think critically, structure their thoughts, and communicate their insights effectively. In addition to case interviews, there are often behavioral interviews that delve into a candidate's past experiences and leadership qualities. BCG places a strong emphasis on a candidate's fit with the firm's values and culture, making the interview process both challenging and holistic. Success in the interviews is not only about demonstrating analytical skills but also showcasing a collaborative mindset and a passion for making a positive impact on clients' businesses.

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Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Boston Consulting Group as 66.7% positive with a difficulty rating score of 3.63 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Business Consultant and Summer Associate rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Associate Consultant and Spring Insight roles were rated as the easiest.

The hiring process at Boston Consulting Group takes an average of 24.3 days when considering 27 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Associate Consultant had the quickest hiring process (on average 1 day), whereas OTA/PTA roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 70 days).

Common stages of the interview process at Boston Consulting Group according to 27 Glassdoor interviews include:

One-on-One Interview: 35.00%

Presentation: 20.00%

Background Check: 10.00%

Skills Test: 10.00%

IQ Intelligence Test: 10.00%

Drugs Test: 5.00%

Other: 5.00%

Personality Test: 2.50%

Phone Interview: 2.50%

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