Updated May 2026 · By Florian Smeritschnig, Former McKinsey Senior Consultant The realistic preparation time for McKinsey, BCG, or Bain interviews ranges from 50 hours (for candidates with business backgrounds and prior case practice) to 150 hours (for career switchers with no business exposure), typically spread across 6-12 weeks. The single biggest variable of how…
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Are you gearing up for the Accenture Digital Assessment? This critical phase in the Accenture recruitment process is your opportunity to shine and demonstrate your potential as a future consultant. In this guide, we’ll explore the intricacies of the assessment, offering valuable insights and tips to help you prepare effectively. What is the Accenture Digital…
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Embarking on the journey of preparing for case interviews can be a daunting task, especially when you’re doing it alone. The world of consulting interviews for firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain is one where analytical prowess, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate complex ideas succinctly are all rigorously tested. For many, the support…
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In our latest series, ‘Global Consulting Insights,’ we aim to provide our readers with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse roles in consulting across top firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, and how these roles vary by geography. Our extensive network enables us to connect with industry experts from these leading consulting firms to share…
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The McKinsey Solve Game, the firm’s assessment tool, is now an 85-minute, three-module test that filters out roughly 75-80% of candidates before they ever speak to a consultant. Red Rock, Sea Wolf, and the new Sustainable Future Lab all track process signals behind every click, not just your final answers. Most candidates treat Solve like…
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Florian spent five years at McKinsey as a Senior Consultant and is a highly experienced consulting interviewer and problem-solving coach. Having conducted interviews with hundreds of candidates, he understands exactly what top-tier firms look for in successful applicants.
He founded StrategyCase.com to make top consulting careers more accessible by providing tailored, up-to-date insights into the recruiting process. Recognized as the most successful case and fit interview coach, Florian has helped his clients secure 700+ offers at MBB, Tier-2 firms, Big 4 consulting divisions, in-house consultancies, and boutique firms over the past four years.
He is the author of “The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview,” “The 1%: Case Interview Workbook,” and “Consulting Career Secrets”, all available on Amazon.
