McKinsey SSBA Interviews

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's what you need to know about the McKinsey interview process:

1. Interview Structure:

   • Presentation Dinner: Top students are invited to a McKinsey presentation dinner.
   • CV Submission: Candidates submit their CVs.
   • McKinsey PST: Candidates take the Problem-Solving Test, which is similar to GMAT questions and lasts about an hour.
   • First-Round Case Interviews: Two 1-hour interviews, each consisting of approximately 15 minutes for personal questions and 45 minutes for solving a consulting case.
   • Second-Round Case Interviews: Another two interviews following the same structure, but this time with Partners.

2. Preparation Tips:

   • Personal Questions: Do not underestimate the importance of the personal questions part of the interview. First impressions matter, and McKinsey values structure.
   • Case Interviews: Be prepared to solve consulting cases efficiently and effectively.

3. Interview Difficulty:

   • The interview process is rigorous and challenging, similar to other McKinsey positions. The difficulty level is consistent across different roles, including junior summer positions and more advanced roles like SSBA.

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Sources: Advanced Professional Degree McKinsey Application Process, Q&A: 2nd Year Analyst at McKinsey in Europe, Ex-McKinsey Consultant Here Answering Questions, Advanced Professional Degree McKinsey Application Process, Consulting Recruiting 2023