Strategy Simplified

S17E6: From Non-Target to McKinsey: How Elizabeth Secured Her Dream Offer


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Breaking into McKinsey from a non-target school? It’s tough - but not impossible. Just ask Elizabeth. 

In this episode of Strategy Simplified, she shares her journey from UMass Amherst to landing a coveted Business Analyst offer at McKinsey’s Boston office.

Elizabeth gets real about:

  • Her full recruiting timeline - from first interest to final offer
  • The strategies that helped her crack the case interview
  • How she prepped for the nerve-wracking Personal Experience Interview (PEI)
  • What makes MBB interviews different from boutique consulting firms

If you're gearing up for consulting recruiting, this episode is packed with tips, insights, and motivation to help you on your own journey.

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