I applied through university. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company
Interview
Applied through on campus recruiting from a top MBA program. Got a first round interview. Soon after, McK provided contacts to alum, 2nd years and recruiters and held a webinar to prep and case for the interview.
First round, I interviewed locally. 2x 45 min interviews. Standard PEI 15 min and 30 min case each. Nothing too difficult. Was given the same PEI question prompted in a different way.
Second round on site. 4x 60 min interviews with one hour break after the first. I was not given time for lunch and was mentally drained by the forth interview.
Hospitality has been great throughout the entire process. It was smooth and deserves all praise.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If you were 80 years old, what would you tell your children?
I applied through 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 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