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How to Make a Consulting Resumé Before the May 31st BAIN Application Deadline

By Linda McKinney 28 April, 2023 3 mins read

Bain McKinsey (BCG), and McKinsey (MCKinsey) are all set to announce their application deadlines. Your resume should be suitable for consulting. This will increase your chances of being interviewed by top-tier consulting firms. Start networking well before the deadline. Here are some suggestions to help you make your resume more useful for consulting. Keep reading! These tips can help you get maximum value from your application.

Case interview format

A Bain case interview guide is a good tool to use when you are preparing for an interview. This is useful in case the interviewer asks for questions during your presentation. Bain requires that you explain your hypothesis based on limited knowledge. You must back up your answers with factual evidence that supports your reasoning. You are being asked questions to better understand the problem.

While the first stage of the Bain application procedure has seen a decrease in complexity over recent years, it still has lots of specialized content. Your cover letter should be tailored for Bain. After you submit your letter, you will get invited to an online assessment. The online assessment will include logical reasoning questions as well as numerical reasoning questions. Bain has created its own screening partners in order to ensure that all applicants meet their requirements. Bain screens applicants using the same screening methods as other employers.

Online test

It is not common for the Bain offices to provide candidates with information about their Online Test. Although most test centers don't allow calculators to be used, some of the online versions do. Although the test doesn’t deduct points for incorrect answers, candidates have indicated that it does. However, it is still important that you practice answering questions as quickly as possible in order to pass the Online Test. In order to ensure that you're prepared for the Online Test, here are some tips to ensure you pass it successfully.

The Bain Online Test looks very similar to McKinsey's PST. Practice exams for the Bain Online Test are recommended. While the test can be taken at different offices, the skills required are similar. Practice answering the different types of questions that you will be asked on the Bain Online Test will make you more confident. In addition, you will be able to learn how the case interviews work.

Do you have experience interviewing?

The experience interview for the Bain application deadline will ask you to think of an experience you had that was particularly meaningful. What did it teach you? It was easy or difficult? What did your work produce? How did this challenge be overcome? Be sure to display the qualities Bain is looking for in a consultant. Answer the question "What experience did it directly contribute to the accomplishment?"

You should receive your response within a week or so after you have submitted your application. Two to three 40-minute sessions will make up your second round interview. One session will cover behavioral and fit interview topics, the other two will include case interviews. In some countries, Bain uses a written case interview in which candidates are given 90 minutes to study a 20-page packet and complete five pre-made slides on a specific topic.

Networking

Get involved in networking before the May 31st Bain submission deadline. My friend, a recent graduate from the University of Virginia has started a blog, which has become a hotspot among Bain students. Bain Associate Consultant is her new job. Her professional achievements and growth are evident in her resume. She is also active in Pi Beta Phi, the Raven Society, and Pi Beta Phi.

FAQ

Do I need legal advice?

Yes! Yes. Many consultants sign contracts without seeking legal advice. This can lead into problems down-the-road. What happens if a client terminates the agreement after the consultant's completion deadline? What happens if the contract stipulates that the consultant must meet certain deadlines?

It's best to consult with a lawyer to avoid potential problems.

What should your consulting fees be?

It depends on your offering. It doesn't matter if you offer services at no cost. If you're selling products or services however, prices should be determined based on their value.

If you are providing low-quality services, then you don't have anything to sell. You are not worth anything, so why should anyone pay you anything.

If you are providing high-quality services, then you could ask for a higher price because people recognize the value you provide. Also, clients who purchase multiple packages from your company may get discounts.

What's the difference between an advisor and a consultant?

A consultant is an advisor who gives information on a particular topic. A consultant provides solutions to problems.

Consultants work directly for clients to help achieve their goals. Clients are referred to advisors through books, magazines and lectures.

How long does it take for a consultant to be established?

It depends on the industry and your background. Most people start out with a few months before they find work.

However, some consultants spend several years honing their skills before finding work.

Statistics

67% of consultants start their consulting businesses after quitting their jobs, while 33% start while they're still at their jobs. (consultingsuccess.com)
My 10 years of experience and 6-step program have helped over 20 clients boost their sales by an average of 33% in 6 months. (consultingsuccess.com)
Over 50% of consultants get their first consulting client through a referral from their network. (consultingsuccess.com)
So, if you help your clients increase their sales by 33%, then use a word like “revolution” instead of “increase.” (consultingsuccess.com)
Over 62% of consultants were dissatisfied with their former jobs before starting their consulting business. (consultingsuccess.com)