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McKinsey & Company Analyst Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

Updated 22 Sep 2024

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 22 Sep 2024

Interview experience
3
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Difficulty level
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Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic information about past experiences
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This was round with the associate consultant
Round 3 - Case Study 

It was a case study round with the manager and about the CV

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This round was with the associate partner. There was one small case study.

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Nov 2021

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Given two different tables, using SQL perform certain joins based on criteria specified.
  • Ans. 

    Performing joins on two tables based on specified criteria using SQL.

    • Identify the common column(s) between the two tables.

    • Choose the appropriate join type (inner, left, right, full outer) based on the desired output.

    • Write the SQL query using the JOIN keyword and the ON clause to specify the join criteria.

    • Example: SELECT * FROM table1 INNER JOIN table2 ON table1.column = table2.column;

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Basic questions on 2D array and logical puzzles.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare properly for SQL and the basics of coding. SQL is more important so be fluent in it.

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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 11 Dec 2016

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jan 2016. There were 6 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Questions on resume
  • Q2. Small Case study ( statistics )
  • Q3. Why analytics and goal in life
  • Ans. 

    Analytics helps me make informed decisions and achieve my goals in life.

    • Analytics provides valuable insights and data-driven solutions to complex problems.

    • Setting goals helps me stay focused and motivated towards achieving personal and professional success.

    • By analyzing data and setting specific goals, I can track my progress and make necessary adjustments to reach my objectives.

    • For example, in my previous role as a mar...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Dual Degree students with decent CPI, relevant projects and extras
Tips: Highlight subjects and projects involving data mining, machine learning, marketing research

Round: Test
Experience: PST had 26 questions to be done in an hour (3 cases) and 20 QUESTIONS in 30 mins general apti (level: 2-3 of Arun sharma)
Tips: practice!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions: 46

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: Since my resume was filled with

College Name: IIT Kanpur

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PwC user image Anonymous

posted on 29 Nov 2022

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Maths, reasoning di are the key subject that they took

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Strength and weakness
  • Q2. Why should we hire you

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for the aptitude test
They make take excel test if required
They may ask you about relocation

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Dec 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about your Btech projects you have done and where do yourself in next 10 years
  • Ans. Explained my project and where I see myself , in a good position in deloitte
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. Explained my

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident in yourself and give it

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. All the questions related to my previous process

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was very good experience

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Mostly they will ask you about your previous projects and company experience.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident, that's the most important thing for the interview. Be honest with yourself and your skills. If you have any doubts, make sure to ask them as the interviewers will listen to them actively. Make sure to let them know your area of interest and your future aspirations.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. There were questions from information security, business continuity, network security and cloud security
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Same as above. But more was application level questions
Round 4 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. More generic questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Concentrate on your specialization area. Expect real time or scenario based questions. Try to get certification like ISO 27001 LA to get your profile hilighted

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Versent 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Pearson's Versent test for speking and listening
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All about computers, what is VPN outlook, OST and PST files basic windows and applications troubleshooting
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Manager round, ask about your future goal why deloitte and basic questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - English speaking is Must
You should be able score above 70 in speaking listening and writing

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Testing concepts

McKinsey & Company Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in McKinsey & Company Analyst interview for freshers?
McKinsey & Company interview process for freshers usually has 4 rounds. The most common rounds in the McKinsey & Company interview process for freshers are One-on-one Round, HR and Case Study.
How to prepare for McKinsey & Company Analyst interview for freshers?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at McKinsey & Company. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at McKinsey & Company expect are Advanced Excel, Payroll, Analytical Skills, Auditing and Expenses.
What are the top questions asked in McKinsey & Company Analyst interview for freshers?

Some of the top questions asked at the McKinsey & Company Analyst interview for freshers -

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  2. What will create most value- growth or margin. Based on GS mat...read more
  3. This round was with the associate partner. There was one small case stu...read more

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