I applied through college or university. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Toronto, ON) in Oct 2009
Interview
There were 2 back-to-back interviews, both having a behavioural and case component.
Behavioural: 1st interview asked to step thru a time when I had to take a leadership role. The interviewer interrupted several times to specifically probe what I did, what was said, what I was thinking at the time, and how I believed I was serving as a leader. For the 2nd interview, I was asked how I approached a difficult or tense situation with a team member.
Case: 1st one was related to competitor dynamics and reasons for seeing market share declining. 2nd one was related to how to evaluate performance of an organization.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What did you specifically say during this interaction? (during behavioural interview). Did not assume I would have to recall actual dialog.
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Cambridge, MA)
Interview
they let you prep for cases and do what the book says. this is only a question of how hard you prepared. then they take the people one by one and repeat again and again. sometimes the people who give you interviews have been there for less time than 1 yr
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Gurgaon, Haryana)
Interview
The selection process is rigorous and highly competitive, involving multiple rounds of case interviews along with a personality assessment. Candidates are evaluated not only on their problem-solving and analytical abilities but also on their communication, leadership potential, and overall fit with the organization’s values and culture. The process is designed to identify high achievers who have demonstrated consistent excellence throughout their academic and professional journeys, maintaining strong performance over time rather than relying on isolated accomplishments.”
The interview is structured exactly as the preparation materials describe, i.e. personal fit and case. All interviewers were friendly and supportive. After each interview round I received helpful feedback. The cases are not easy but fair.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions regarding the case. Interviewer will led the case though