I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Brussels) in Apr 2010
Interview
1. PST (problem solving test): 34 multiple choice questions to be solved in 1hr time. A basic analytical test, however the focus is on analyzing data rather than simple math questions
2. 3x1 hr case interview with consultants of various levels
3. 3x1 hr case interview with consultants of various levels
4. 3x1 hr case interview with partners/directors
Interviews start with some "fit questions", talking about experiences where you showed a strong drive, strong leadership, or the ability to positively convince someone. This is followed by a short case, always including a math problem. During the last minutes you get the opportunity to ask questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Could you give me an example of a situation that was particularly challenging, and where you worked very hard to prove something you wanted yourself?
After submitting my application in their portal. In about two days I recevied the link to do their Solve assessment, The assessment had three games. I was however not selected for the next rounds.
Recruiter Round - not that difficult: we dicusssed background, interview timeline, current visa stutus, and limited bahaviroal questions. And I was able to pass into the 1st round interview after this one.
Whole timeline: recruiter interview -> 1 month -> 1st round
The interview process was tricky - several technical and consulting questions were asked. Good preparation is needed to clear it on the basis of data analysis, problem solving and communication.
