The process took 1 day. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (London, England) in Nov 2009
Interview
Background review followed by question around one of their 3 competencies. Detailed probing around the example experience given. Followed by case study on the telecoms industry in a sub saharan country. Finished off with an arithmetic problem. Then repeated. First interview with associate, second interview with senior consultant.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you have shown leadership.
I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Ciudad de Mexico)
Interview
Interview process was really great, all interviewers were friendly and professional. Started with a phone screen, then two case interview rounds with a partner and a senior associate, followed by a final round covering fit and problem-solving skills
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time you had to influence someone without formal authority
It was a one-to-one interview with a consultant. It's a typical case study. The experience was traumatizing. I know my answers weren't great, the consultant was elegant and didn't bother to hide his boredom.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was the most difficult situation you have encountered in the workplace? What did you do about it?
Had 2 rounds. First was a virtual interview with 2 sessions back-to-back. One case and one PEI in each. Second was a final in person round, with 3 sessions back-to-back with one case and one PEI each.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself
Behavioral questions - There are only 4 PEIs which are listed in their career prep site