McKinsey & Company
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| Firm | Published interview guidance | Preparation priority |
|---|---|---|
| McKinsey & Company | Personal experience and problem-solving interviews for most client-facing roles; role-specific assessments. | Practise detailed personal examples and clear answers to analytical prompts. |
| Boston Consulting Group | Skills, case and team interviews in its consulting guidance. | Connect your experience to the role and explain the implications of case evidence. |
| Bain & Company | Role-specific interviews; consulting applications typically include a digital assessment and cases. | Turn analysis into practical recommendations and prepare specific experience examples. |
Sources: McKinsey, BCG and Bain. Reviewed September 2026. Preparation priorities are Quick Prep’s suggestions.
Boston Consulting Group
Prepare to discuss your experience and demonstrate analytical thinking through a case conversation.
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